Diesel Powered
True locomotive power is on display with our diesel work horse engines! Our fleet of locomotives GP9’s , GP7, GP30 and GP38-3 are the backbone of our railroad. Each locomotive has the power to pull our full passenger trains through these beautiful mountains, arriving right on time! Enjoy one of our scenic excursions with one of these bad boys leading the way!
Enjoy breath-taking scenery while chugging through Western North Carolina’s diverse setting on this roundtrip excursion. Select the Nantahala Gorge route and travel over the historic Fontana Trestle across Fontana Lake and into the beautiful Nantahala Gorge! Onboard dining is available by purchasing First Class seating which includes one of our First-Class meals or by pre-purchasing one of our boxed lunches, a unique moving dining experience. FIND MORE INFORMATION ON THE NANTAHALA GORGE ROUTE HERE!
Enjoy a calming ride through the countryside of WNC. Select the Tuckasegee River route and enjoy the quaint historic town of Dillsboro, where you’ll find shops and restaurants to enjoy during your layover. You’ll also pass through the historic Cowee Tunnel, along with passing the famous train wreck site featured in the movie The Fugitive!
First Class with dining features assigned seating at a dining table in a climate controlled car with large picture windows. Each passenger is served a meal by the car’s attendant. Everyone receives a souvenir travel mug with free refills of soda, coffee, and iced tea all day. Limited bar service is available.
Adult (21+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$109 ($114 in October) | N/A | N/A |
Premium Open Air Gondola with dining features assigned seating in a car with unobstructed views, half-height walls, and a roof above to protect passengers from the elements. Adults (21+) are served a meal by the car’s attendant. Everyone receives a souvenir travel mug with free refills of soda, coffee, and iced tea all day. Add an official Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Sweatshirt Blanket to your reservation for just $29.99! At 54″ x 84″ it’s the perfect size for two to keep warm during our cool mornings. Limited bar service available.
Adult (21+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$97 ($102 in October) | N/A | N/A |
Coach Plus features a classic train decor with natural wood and sliding windows at every seat. Every section has a table and booth style seating allowing 4 people at a table. This is perfect for families or groups traveling together that want the convenience of their own table!
Adult (13+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$63 ($68 October) | $38 ($43 October) | Complimentary |
Don’t forget to Preorder your Boxed Lunch for onboard dining! Crown Class features assigned seating in a climate-controlled car with large picture windows. Everyone over the age of 2 years old receives a souvenir tumbler with free refills of soda, coffee, and iced tea all day! Beer and wine available.
Adult (13+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$79 ($84 October) | $49 ($54 October) | $12 |
Don’t forget to Preorder your Boxed Lunch for onboard dining! Coach Class features open seating in an enclosed car, windows that can be opened for fresh air and taking photos, and are heated and have ceiling fans.
Adult (13+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$58 ($63 October) | $33 ($38 October) | Complimentary |
Don’t forget to Preorder your Boxed Lunch for onboard dining! Open Air Gondolas feature open seating in a car with unobstructed views, half-height walls, and a roof above to protect passengers from the elements. Add an official Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Sweatshirt Blanket to your reservation for just $29.99! At 54″ x 84″ it’s the perfect size for two to keep warm during our cool mornings.
Adult (13+) | Child (2-12) | Infant (0-23 Months) |
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$63 ($68 October) | $43 ($48 in October) | Complimentary |
Amenities | First Class | Premium Open Air Gondola | Crown Class | Coach Plus | Coach Class | Open Air Gondola |
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Other excursions and/or events are available. Check out our complete train schedule to see all our options. *This schedule is subject to change at any time*
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Ticket fares subject to 7% Historic Preservation Fee. Schedules, fares, motive power, equipment, seat selection, and meals are subject to change without notice. We guarantee the class of service you select. You will be notified if a change in schedule or motive power affects your reservation. Payment in full at booking by major credit card is required to finalize a reservation. You may cancel your reservation in full or in part and receive a refund less a $14.00 fee per adult ticket and $6.00 fee per child ticket as late as 5 days before departure with the exception of The Polar Express Train Ride; The Polar Express Train Ride is as late as 60 days before departure. Within 5 days of the departure, or 60 days in the case of the Polar Express Train Ride, the reservation becomes nonrefundable. You may reschedule any time prior to your originally scheduled departure with a $7.00 fee per ticket for another date within the same calendar year. You may not reschedule a reservation after the scheduled departure.
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