Verde Canyon Railroad
$224

The Verde Canyon Railroad offers us a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Verde Canyon from the comfort of a fully restored, slow-rolling vintage FP7 locomotive—one of only 10 remaining in North America. This four-hour excursion takes us on a 20-mile journey through 100 years of history. We’ll view ancient Sinagua Indian ruins in towering cliffs and travel sturdy trestles and bridges—a testament to the hard work of the men who built them over 100 years ago. We’ll roll through a 680-foot tunnel that was blasted out of solid rock—the tunnel enveloping passengers in total darkness before the train rolls back into the Arizona sunshine. The confluence of high desert and wetland in the Verde Canyon creates a remarkable habitat for wildlife and waterfowl. Rich with native flora & fauna, our slow-rolling journey will be heart-stopping in early November, as fall color reaches its pinnacle. All seats are FIRST CLASS. We’ll enjoy spacious living room-style seating, near panoramic windows. Other amenities include a champagne toast upon boarding, full-service cash bars, table service and pre-packaged complimentary appetizers. We’ll arrive early to the depot and enjoy a light lunch prior to boarding the train. This tour is remarkable with every changing season. Don’t miss it! Depart: Mesa 9 a.m. Scts 9:30 a.m. Phx 9:45 a.m. NW 9:30 a.m. R: 8 p.m.