Group Information
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- Public Schools, Private Schools and Registered Scouts
- Church Groups, Clubs, Family Reunions and
other Adult Groups - Dinner Train Group Reservations
- Receptive Tour Operators
- Licensed Tour Operators
- Tour Operators
Please select one of the links above for detailed information regarding group rates and policies for your group. If you need additional information, we have staff dedicated to tailoring a train adventure for your group. Please call 1-800-872-4681 ext. 7021 and speak with a Group Reservationist and make your plans for a step back in time on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. You may also send an email with questions, etc. to our staff at groups@gsmr.com.
Groups of 20 or more passengers can enjoy a variety of excursions on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Groups can select from climate controlled Club* or Crown Coach, Standard Coach or Open Air Cars.
*Groups consisting of passengers 21 years of age or over can charter a Club Car for a first-class travel experience. Offering seating for 38 passengers with cushioned, deluxe seating, these elegantly appointed coaches give groups a chance to feel truly special. Charter prices vary depending on the trip & season. Private coach attendant accompanies the group. Passengers on the Club Car enjoy a complimentary light-fare meal and beverage. The morning train includes breakfast Danish, fruit, coffee & Coca-Cola products on the outbound portion of the excursion. The return trip includes cheese & crackers, Coco-Cola products, champagne or sparkling cider. Cocktail, beer and wine service is also available for purchase.
We are conveniently located just three hours from Atlanta, two hours from Knoxville and Gatlinburg, one hour from Asheville (home of the historic Biltmore Estate) and right in the middle of some of the best rafting and outdoor adventure in the country. The south side of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just a short scenic drive from the railroad and the Cherokee Indian Reservation & Harrah's Cherokee Casino are located just 15 minutes away.
Gourmet Dinner Train &
Mystery Theatre Dinner Train
Groups can charter the Gourmet Dinner Train or the Mystery Theatre Dinner Train for a first class dining experience. These excursions are perfect for company outings and holiday parties.
The Gourmet Dinner Train begins in February and continues through the first Saturday in November. Award winning Chef Paul Swofford, Sous-Chef Mike McKendrick and professional staff serve a four-course gourmet meal. Choose your entrée and enjoy a fine-dining experience in the tradition of railroad dining at its finest!
With a new mystery each month, the Mystery Theatre Dinner Train is a three-course dining experience! Every table becomes a detective agency and guests work together to solve the mystery and bring the culprit to justice…..all just in time for coffee and dessert. These comic, yet suspenseful mysteries are sure to bring your group back for more!
