Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package, Sedona

About this activity

Hop aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a 4-hour rail journey through the untouched and unspoiled Verde Valley. With luxury class seating, you will enjoy appetizers, Champagne and unobstructed views of Arizona’s geological wonders, wildlife and archaeological finds of the ancient Sinagua people who once lived in the area.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 300 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Verde Canyon Railroad

Ages: Infants (0–0 years) · Children (1–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Appetizers
Included: Lunch: AT TRAIN DEPOT - All tickets include Cafe Voucher To be redeemed a minimum of 1 hour prior to train ride.
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board
Included: Champagne toast

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Pets are not allowed on train

Itinerary

Verde Canyon Railroad

3 h 30 min Admission included

It’s not the destination, it’s the journey! Enjoy a luxurious train ride through a 20-mile wilderness area, along a wild and scenic river, only accessible by rail. For 3.5-hours, enjoy comfort and style, exceptional amenities and outstanding service in vintage rail cars on a century-old route. Wind your way through a red rock paradise, with tracks that hug the curves of the Verde River. Every season offers a different reason to ride!

Astonishing views of a wild and vibrant frontier, historic trestles, bridges and a 7000-foot tunnel are just a few of the highlights tucked into unusual rock formations, red rock pinnacles and towering crimson cliffs.

Majestic bald eagles and hawks float effortlessly on the breeze above Javelina, wild burros, jackrabbits and many other Canyon creatures, peacefully coexisting with this heritage railroad for more than 100 years.
Verde Canyon Railroad

At the depot, be sure to visit the John Bell Museum, home to the railroad's history and artifacts from its early days, as well as a wealth of information on Clarkdale, Jerome and the Yavapai-Apache Nation.
Verde River

Passing by

The train runs on the same tracks that were created following the Verde River back in 1911. The river is visible for most of your journey.
Stop 4

Passing by

SOB Canyon and the 150 ft tall bridge are highlights of the trip. Looking back from the bridge and down the canyon is simply gorgeous!
Perkinsville Ghost Town

Passing by

Discover the history of Perkinsville Ghost Town through on-board commentary on your train journey. This is the turn-around point of your trip.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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.

Using your ticket

Passenger must present a photo ID and along with voucher to receive train tickets
Passengers must check-in a minimum of 1 hour prior to departure time
Pre-ordered Meals are served ONLY at DEPOT restaurant
Strollers and car seats are NOT allowed onboard the train
No outside food or beverage is allowed onboard the train
Unfortunately, special dietary options are unable to be accommodated
Backpacks and purses are subject to search

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Infant age is 0-1 year. Any guest aged 1 and over will be charged an adult rate. All guests aged 1 year and over must have a paid ticket to board the train. If this was not paid at the time of booking, you will be charged by the operator for any unpaid tickets on the day of travel.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Boarding starts 15 minutes prior to departure time.
- Passengers must check-in a minimum of 1 hour prior to departure time.