Sedona

Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package

Sedona, USA
Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure
  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy a 4-hour sightseeing journey by train aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad, which glides through the beautiful wilderness of the American Southwest near Sedona. Nibble light refreshments while traveling on the Verde Canyon Railroad through Arizona’s desert. Ride in a vintage train car or open-air viewing car to get a great perspective on the region’s natural and cultural treasures. See ancient cliff dwellings built by the Native American Sinagua people, historic mining sites and more as your train cruises along a route that follows the Verde River.
  • 4-hour round-trip train ride on Verde Canyon Railroad, from Sedona
  • Soak in unobstructed views of the Arizona desert and Verde River
  • Look for Sinagua cliff dwellings, old mining sites, and native wildlife such as bald eagles or antelope
  • Ride in a vintage train car with air-conditioning or head to the open-air platform car
  • Bring the whole family on an activity that is suitable for all ages

What's Included

  • Champagne toast
  • Appetizers
  • Restroom on board
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Pets are not allowed on train

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Verde Canyon Railroad
    300 N Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324, USA

    Departure Point: Verde Canyon Railroad Train Depot in Clarkdale, Arizona Address: 300 North Broadway Clarkdale, Arizona 86324 Directions: From Phoenix: Allow 2 hours for the drive • Take I-17 north to exit 287 (Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale). Turn left (west) over the freeway on Hwy 260. • Stay on Hwy 260 for approximately 14 miles to the fifth traffic light. Turn left at light. This is Main Street (historic 89A). • Drive through Old Town Cottonwood, past the turnoff for Tuzigoot National Monument until you see a sign on the corner that says “Verde Canyon Railroad.” • Bear right onto Broadway, cross the one-lane bridge and park in the designated parking across the street from the depot. From Sedona: Allow 40 minutes for the drive. • Go southwest toward Cottonwood on Hwy 89A to Cornville Road/Mingus Avenue. • Turn right on Mingus Avenue and proceed west 1.8 miles to North Main Street (Historic 89A). • Turn right and continue on Main Street through Old Town Cottonwood, past the turnoff for Tuzigoot National Monument until you see a sign on the corner that says “Verde Canyon Railroad.” • Bear right onto Broadway, cross the one-lane bridge and park in the designated parking across the street from the depot.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Board a vintage train car and relax on your way through the wilderness on the Verde Canyon Railroad.

As you travel back in time on this century-old route, admire the views from the open-air platform of your train. Take the opportunity to spot ancient cliff dwellings, old mining sites, and various wildlife, including bald eagles and antelope, throughout the journey.

View the river that can only be accessed by rail, then gather around to enjoy a Champagne toast and delicious appetizers. Continue on, watching red rock formations and landmarks such as trestles, bridges, and tunnels as you go by.

Finally, visit the John Bell Museum before heading back.

Verde Canyon Railroad

3 hours 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Verde Canyon Railroad

Admission Ticket Free

Verde River (Pass By)

S O B Canyon (Pass By)

Perkinsville Ghost Town (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please Note: Special dietary options are unable to be accommodated
  • Infant age is 0-1 year. Any guest aged 1 and over will be charged an adult rate. Guests cannot board the train without a paid ticket
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Elaine_O
We loved our train trip. It was very scenic and informative. The staff on board were great. Seeing this part of Arizona was a real treat and the journey made you fit back and relax!! Having a bar in every car was a nice addition!!

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Great trip!
Raymond_L, May 2024
Very comfortable coach, exceptionally engaged and happy crew. Can't wait to take the evening run, under the stars next year.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thanks for riding the rails with us and sharing this fantastic review. We are so fortunate to have such a great crew. We will share your kind words with them.
It was a wonderful day
Jane_H, May 2024
The employees were great the food was good and the scenery was spectacular . Enjoyed being in the open car taking pictures
Response from Host, May 2024
Thanks for riding with us, Jane, and sharing this great review!
Volume checked
Shamale_R, Apr 2024
The ride was beautiful and the staff were great, hands down! The only thing that kept me from rating my experience on the Verde canyon railroad train ride was the loud train music/ train guide that played the whole ride. It could be a little lower on volume. Otherwise, it was amazing!
Response from Host, May 2024
Thanks for riding with us and sharing this feedback on the audio. We will review your comments with our team.
Something not to miss
Mike_M, Apr 2024
We had heard about this train trip from friends. Got lucky and booked it at the last minute. It was a wonderful experience and we learned a lot of history. The staff was great the lunch and snacks more than ample and good tasting. Train car seats were great and very comfortable. The small town of Clarksville needs an additional day to explore We highly recommend the Verde RR
Response from Host, May 2024
Mike, thanks for riding with us and sharing this excellent review!
Nice ride even on rainy day!
Amy_D, Apr 2024
Train more comfortable than I thought. Lunch great and gift shop nice. Staff on board so helpful and always pointing out things. Bar and snacks on board and bathroom a plu!
Response from Host, May 2024
Amy, thanks for riding with us and sharing this great review.
Relaxing with a view
Camille_M, Apr 2024
Beautiful ride through the mountains. Guide was knowledgeable. Nice and relaxing. They served lunch and a snack on board
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Camille, thank you for riding and relaxing with us!
Train ride
Alexis_A, Apr 2024
Love the wonderful views. The staff was very friendly and informative. Looking forward to doing the Polar Express in December.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Alexis, thank you for riding with us and sharing this great review. We'll look forward to welcoming you back for the Magical Christmas Journey™!
Good value!
Alexis_P, Apr 2024
We were really impressed with the value of the snacks/toast and cafe voucher included, it was a lot of food! The scenery in Verde Canyon is beautiful. The train ride itself was quite long, so I recommend if you really love trains. The bartender lost his voice yelling over a rowdy group, it seemed like usually they give more information. They also said they're planning to provide headsets in the future so you can listen to the information if you want. This would be really good since we could hardly hear over the noisy groups in our traincar
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Alexis, thanks for riding with us and sharing this feedback. We're happy you enjoyed the scenery and the snacks!
Be prepared to be hot
LouAnn_L, Apr 2024
The views of the canyon were incredible. The service at the station and on the train as well as the food and snacks were great. I was a bit disappointed in the length of the trip. It was long. I was expecting them to come back quicker but they did not. It got very hot in the car and pretty miserable. I can’t imagine doing the ride in the summer.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
LouAnn, we appreciate you riding with us and sharing your feedback. We realize our relaxed pace may not be for everyone. Being able to preserve this historic line and share the area with our visitors does require a little more time than some other short line railroads.
Train ride in Verde Valley
Elaine_O, Apr 2024
We loved our train trip. It was very scenic and informative. The staff on board were great. Seeing this part of Arizona was a real treat and the journey made you fit back and relax!! Having a bar in every car was a nice addition!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Elaine, thank you for riding and relaxing with us! We appreciate your kind words.
Nice excursion
Elizabeth_S, Apr 2024
Very informative and entertaining. Lunch was provided and then water and a snack. Bar car onboard. Everyone was extremely friendly and accommodating.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Elizabeth, we appreciate you riding with us and sharing this great review!
Our bar tender Nathan and...
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Our bar tender Nathan and tour guide Byron were incredible and very knowledgeable about the history and surroundings. They made sure we’re were enjoying ourselves throughout the entire trip.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thanks for riding with us and sharing this excellent review! We'll be sure to share your compliments with Nathan and Byron.
Awesome
Deborah_B, Apr 2024
The views and knowledgeable staff. Including the lunch, champagne and appetizers was excellent. You should any comment and require more.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thanks for riding with us and sharing this awesome review!
Wonderful experience
Carolina_A, Apr 2024
The ride was wonderful and fun. Great service and the views were truly spectacular. Highly recommended to anyone looking to see the canyon from different angles.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you so much for riding with us and recommending us!
Happy ride through the hills
Elizabeth_H, Apr 2024
Boarding the train, the excitement, the complimentary food and champagne and nice people, good service and the scenery
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Elizabeth, we're delighted your adventure with us was a happy one!
Via Verde
Yasmin_J, Apr 2024
Excellent train ride with great hosts! Two of us are disabled and staff made sure that we got on/off the train safely. Very informative and beautiful experience riding the Via Verde Railway in Clarkdale, AZ.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for spending the afternoon with us and sharing this excellent review.
A pleasure
Nickola_L, Apr 2024
We enjoyed it very much with one exception; it was almost impossible to hear the history that was being played on a loud speaker in the open carriage. Perhaps headphones would alleviate this issue?
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for riding with us and sharing your suggestion. We are currently working on improvements to the trip narration.
The train wound through...
Mary_L, Apr 2024
The train wound through some beautiful scenery. It was relaxing but a little long. I saw some ducks, geese and a deer along the way.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for riding and relaxing with us, Mary!
Board a train and meet a friend!
Theresa_J, Apr 2024
The attendants were cheerful and had lots of good information! Loved our complimentary appetizers, lunch good! We sat in the couches and would have liked a cushion so I could sit up! That’s all I would have changed. Fun experience! Thank you! 😊
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Theresa, thanks for riding with us and sharing this nice review!
Scenic
Lucille_W, Apr 2024
The views were wonderful. Pete, waiter, was just fantastic! The trip along the water was beautiful. The hills & mountains was breathtaking!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you, Lucille. We'll be sure to share your kind compliments with Pete.
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