“Worth every penny – a Verde Valley must!” Lonely Planet
Why we love it
Featuring an abundance of fauna and flora, red rock buttes and awe-inspiring vistas, the Verde Canyon is only accessible by rail. Each day, the Verde Canyon Railroad offers one person the exclusive opportunity to join the conductor and engineer for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Traverse the untouched paradise of Arizona’s most spectacular canyon, riding under the hood, unlike any other passenger.
What's Included?
- Experience a luxury two-night getaway for two, with a unique train ride aboard Arizona’s longest-running railroad
- Relax in a deluxe king room with breakfast each morning at The Tavern Hotel
- Enjoy private transfers between your hotel and the train depot, and have lunch at the Copper Spike Café
- One will sit inside the conductor’s cab of the railroad engine for this four-hour journey from Clarkdale to Perkinsville
- Leave as a member of an elite guild with a photograph celebrating your day aboard an historic FP7 locomotive
Description
An untouched and unspoiled natural paradise, Verde Canyon in Arizona has been hailed one of the most beautiful places in the USA. Sandwiched between two protected sanctuaries, the Coconino National Forest and the Prescott National Forest, the Verde Canyon Railroad runs a rare ribbon where dramatic desert meets lush vegetation. With no roads, resorts or homes, this train journey offers sights that can only be witnessed on a unique railway adventure.
Arriving at the train depot, you’ll start your experience dressed in complimentary Verde Canyon Railroad safety gear while helping the crew prepare the train for the journey. Working up an appetite, pop over the road for lunch at Copper Spike Café in the depot before the scheduled departure time.
Seated exclusively between the engineer and conductor inside the cab, embark on a four-hour ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville, travelling on a vintage locomotive through 110 years of history. Take in sights such as cliff walls adorned with cactus and agave, cottonwoods, sycamores, a collision of ecosystems and the Ancient Sinagua ruins.
Returning to your depot as the sun sets, you’ll receive a framed photograph of you and the crew, commemorating your membership of an elite guild, before heading back to rest and relax in the comfort of The Tavern Hotel.
Additional Information
This experience must be booked within 6 months of purchase, but you can choose to go any time within 1 year.
Suggested Itinerary:
- Day one: Arrival and check-in to the hotel.
- Day two: Embark on a four hour train ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville. Have lunch at the Copper Spike Café in the depot before departure.
- Day three: Check-out and departure home.
Other Useful Details:
Bookings are subject to availability. We advise booking at least 2 months in advance to guarantee the desired dates
This experience is not available on bank holidays and other special occasion days such as Valentine’s Day.
Recommended arrival days are between May and September. Please request specific travel dates and reservation times with your Truly concierge.
What's Included?
- Experience a luxury two-night getaway for two, with a unique train ride aboard Arizona’s longest-running railroad
- Relax in a deluxe king room with breakfast each morning at The Tavern Hotel
- Enjoy private transfers between your hotel and the train depot, and have lunch at the Copper Spike Café
- One will sit inside the conductor’s cab of the railroad engine for this four-hour journey from Clarkdale to Perkinsville
- Leave as a member of an elite guild with a photograph celebrating your day aboard an historic FP7 locomotive
Why we love it
Featuring an abundance of fauna and flora, red rock buttes and awe-inspiring vistas, the Verde Canyon is only accessible by rail. Each day, the Verde Canyon Railroad offers one person the exclusive opportunity to join the conductor and engineer for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Traverse the untouched paradise of Arizona’s most spectacular canyon, riding under the hood, unlike any other passenger. Read full description
Description
An untouched and unspoiled natural paradise, Verde Canyon in Arizona has been hailed one of the most beautiful places in the USA. Sandwiched between two protected sanctuaries, the Coconino National Forest and the Prescott National Forest, the Verde Canyon Railroad runs a rare ribbon where dramatic desert meets lush vegetation. With no roads, resorts or homes, this train journey offers sights that can only be witnessed on a unique railway adventure.
Arriving at the train depot, you’ll start your experience dressed in complimentary Verde Canyon Railroad safety gear while helping the crew prepare the train for the journey. Working up an appetite, pop over the road for lunch at Copper Spike Café in the depot before the scheduled departure time.
Seated exclusively between the engineer and conductor inside the cab, embark on a four-hour ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville, travelling on a vintage locomotive through 110 years of history. Take in sights such as cliff walls adorned with cactus and agave, cottonwoods, sycamores, a collision of ecosystems and the Ancient Sinagua ruins.
Returning to your depot as the sun sets, you’ll receive a framed photograph of you and the crew, commemorating your membership of an elite guild, before heading back to rest and relax in the comfort of The Tavern Hotel.
×Description
An untouched and unspoiled natural paradise, Verde Canyon in Arizona has been hailed one of the most beautiful places in the USA. Sandwiched between two protected sanctuaries, the Coconino National Forest and the Prescott National Forest, the Verde Canyon Railroad runs a rare ribbon where dramatic desert meets lush vegetation. With no roads, resorts or homes, this train journey offers sights that can only be witnessed on a unique railway adventure.
Arriving at the train depot, you’ll start your experience dressed in complimentary Verde Canyon Railroad safety gear while helping the crew prepare the train for the journey. Working up an appetite, pop over the road for lunch at Copper Spike Café in the depot before the scheduled departure time.
Seated exclusively between the engineer and conductor inside the cab, embark on a four-hour ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville, travelling on a vintage locomotive through 110 years of history. Take in sights such as cliff walls adorned with cactus and agave, cottonwoods, sycamores, a collision of ecosystems and the Ancient Sinagua ruins.
Returning to your depot as the sun sets, you’ll receive a framed photograph of you and the crew, commemorating your membership of an elite guild, before heading back to rest and relax in the comfort of The Tavern Hotel.
Opening Times
Verde Canyon Railroad Ride starts at 1pm. Suggested itinerary: Day 1: Arrival and check-in to the hotel Day 2: Embark on a four hour train ride. Have lunch at the Copper Spike Café in the depot before departure Day 3: Check-out and departure home
Additional Information
This experience must be booked within 6 months of purchase, but you can choose to go any time within 1 year.
Suggested Itinerary:
- Day one: Arrival and check-in to the hotel.
- Day two: Embark on a four hour train ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville. Have lunch at the Copper Spike Café in the depot before departure.
- Day three: Check-out and departure home.
Other Useful Details:
Bookings are subject to availability. We advise booking at least 2 months in advance to guarantee the desired dates
This experience is not available on bank holidays and other special occasion days such as Valentine’s Day.
Recommended arrival days are between May and September. Please request specific travel dates and reservation times with your Truly concierge.
How it works
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Choose your experience
Treat yourself or share with someone you truly care about.
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We arrange everything
Our concierge will arrange everything, even the little extras.
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Relax and enjoy
Simply show up and savour the memory that will last a lifetime.
