Verde Canyon Railroad
Ride the historic route from Clarkdale to Perkinsville and back again. The Verde Canyon is only accessible by rail and features flora & fauna, rugged high-desert rock faces and spectacular, panoramic views distinctive to this unique geological area. The vintage engine decorated with eagles will pull you past towering, crimson cliffs, ancient Indian ruins, through a 680 foot man-made tunnel to your stopping point at deserted Perkinsville Ranch. The route follows the upper Verde River with a lush Riparian habitat. During summer, special starlight rides also run adding a unique perspective to the journey.

Ride first class or coach. There is easy access to open-air viewing cars and narration along the trail. Each season offers its own unique adventure into the canyon. Excursion trains run daily except Tuesday and depart from the station at 1 PM and return at 5 PM, Sunday thru Friday and Saturday at 9 AM, returning 1 PM and again departing 2:30 PM, returning 6:30 PM.

First Class cars feature living-room style seating with complimentary appetizers, beverages and a cash bar. Coach offers Pullman-style seating with two seats on each side of the center aisle and a snack bar. Passenger cars are climate-controlled with restrooms and meet ADA requirements.

Rates: Adult Coach - $54.95 Child (under 12) Coach - $34.95 Senior Coach (over 65) - $49.95 First Class - $79.95 Private Caboose - holds 2 - 6 adults only, private party, inc. appetizers and champagne, cash bar and valet - $750 per party. **(Prices subject to change at the railroad's discretion)

Grand Canyon Railway

Ride this classic train through the wilderness of Northern Arizona to the Grand Canyon. You can choose to take the train up and back in one day with a stay over in historic Williams, or inquire about our overnight packages at the Canyon.

You will board the train starting at 8:00 AM from the charming 1908 depot which includes a railroad museum and gift shop. The train departs at 9:30AM sharp. Step on board to your designated car, differentiated by distinct classes of service, and relax as the train sets off on a 65 mile journey. Travel through pine forests, high desert plains and small canyons. Strolling musicians and western characters combine to recreate train travel as it was at the turn-of-the-century to entertain you. The train will disembark at the 1910 Grand Canyon Depot at 12:15 PM. You will then have 3-1/4 hours to visit the awe inspiring Grand Canyon. Re-board your train for a 3:30 PM sharp departure back to Williams, arriving at 5:45 PM.

Choose from one of several Classes of Service -

Coach Class - offers travel in a restored 1923 Harriman coach. Seats are reversible so guests can face each other in groups of four. Everyone receives a complimentary, keepsake bottle of Coca Cola.
Adults - $70, Children (2-15) - $40

Club Class - again board a 1923 Harriman coach with reversible seats. This class allows you the availability of complimentary coffee and pastries and alcoholic beverage service from a beautiful mahogany bar.
Adults - $95, Children (2-15) - $70

First Class - Relax in a comfortable recliner chair while a well trained staff attends to your every need. Includes full continental breakfast in the morning and appetizers and champagne served in the afternoon. Alcoholic beverage service also available.
Adults - $140, Children (2-15) - $110

Deluxe Observation Class - Passengers receive all the benefits of First Class plus breathtaking panoramic views from an exclusive upper-level glass enclosed dome.
Adults - $170, Children - Adult Only Class

Luxury Parlor Class - This luxury car features a classic open-air rear platform, individual seating, continental breakfast, coffee, tea and fresh juice in the morning, with champagne and appetizers in the afternoon. Alcoholic beverage service also available.
Adults - $190, Children - Adult Only Class

One Night Railway Getaway - This package includes Coach Class train travel to and from the Grand Canyon, 1-night in Williams at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel located across from the train depot. The Hotel is a three-star hotel owned and operated by the Railway. It features an indoor pool and spa, workout room and Spenser's Pub, which has a 19th-century mahogany bar with a storied history. Enjoy the evening in rustic Williams and be sure to check out the entertainment to the west of the train depot.
Adults - $225  (Mar 15 - Oct 14), $204 (Oct. 15 - Mar. 15)
Children - (2-15) - $33

Two Night Railway Getaway  - This package includes Coach Class train travel, 2-nights in Williams at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel located across from the train depot. 
Adults - $394 (Mar 15 - Oct 14), $373 (Oct. 15 - Mar. 15)
Children (2-15) - $33

Two Night Railway Getaway Plus  - This package includes Coach Class train travel, 2-nights in Williams at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel located across from the train depot, 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts at the Grand Depot Cafe.
Adults - $452 (Mar 15 - Oct 14), $431 (Oct. 15 - Mar. 15)
Children (2-15) - $64

Two Night Canyon Getaway - This package includes Coach Class train travel, 1-night in Williams at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, 1-night at the Maswik Lodge in Grand Canyon National Park, a guide-narrated motor coach tour of the South Rim with breakfast and dinner and breakfast at Railway's Grand Depot Café.
Adults - $479.89  (Mar 15 - Oct 14), $458.89 (Oct. 15 - Mar. 15)
Children (2-15) - $70.00

Three Night Canyon Getaway Plus - This package includes Coach Class train travel, 2-nights in Williams at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, 1-night at the Maswik Lodge in Grand Canyon National Park, a guide-narrated motor coach tour of the South Rim with 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts at Max & Railway's Grand Depot Café. 
Adults - $677.89  (Mar 15 - Oct 14), $656.89 (Oct. 15 - Mar. 15)
Children (2-15) - $87

Polar Express Package - This package includes a Polar Express train trip from Williams, Arizona to the North Pole, 1-night at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel in Williams next to the train depot, dinner and breakfast for each person at the Railway's Grand Depot Cafe.
The package is $341 for two adults and two children on Fridays and Saturdays in November and December 1-24 and 26-30.

Tickets for the Polar Express train only are:
Adults: $30, Children (2 - 15): $20

 

Maximize Your Time at Grand Canyon National Park during your 3-hour layover with one of the following motor coach tours -

Grand Canyon Rim Tours - Adults: $33.50, Child $23.50
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours and is narrated by a knowledgeable guide.  Go where automobiles can't - see amazing vantage points you otherwise wouldn't. The tours work in conjunction with the train's schedule, allowing you to get to some of the most recognizable view points along the South Rim that you wouldn't have time to walk to. See different viewpoints on the tour and visit the exhibits and historic buildings. Add lunch at Maswik Cafeteria: $12 per person.

**Rates and schedules subject to change by the railroad. Arrival times are approximate.