Adirondack Scenic Railroad offers train tours that explore the beauty of upstate New York. Train excursions offer a piece of history, when the railroad was the main mode of transportation. Rail fans keep history alive The Adirondack Railway Preservation Society was started by a group of preservationists who banded together to fix and operate a short section of the former New York Central Line from Thendara south to Minnehaha in New York State. Since their inception in 1992, the dedicated rail fans have returned nearly 70 mies of track to passenger service. Historic train stations in Holland Patent and Remsen New York have been restored.
The railway society offers a number of themed train excursions. Since opening, they have carried 600,000 tourists and outdoor enthusiasts to experience the pristine mountain terrain in the remote areas of the Adirondack Mountains.
Rail & Cruise Package
Rail & Cruise Package departs from Union Station in Utica, New York. The train rides along the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. The first three lakes of the historic Fulton Chain of Lakes are narrated during the train ride. At Thendara Station, a shuttle bus transports passengers to the cruise departure dock for a boat tour on Old Forge Lake Cruises. The Old Forge Cruise takes passengers on a cruise back in time to the days when steam boasts carried people and goods to the camps and inns along the shores of Fulton Chain of Lakes. Fulton Cruise offers the best, panoramic views of the Central Adirondack mountains and lake. The water offers views of flora and fauna that can be seen from no where else. The Rail and Cruise package departs from Utica Union Station at 9:15 am. The Old Forge Lake Cruise departs fro the dock at 1:– pm. The fare includes train ride, boat ride. Food not included in package. Snacks are available on the train. A picnic lunch is available for the boat ride but must be ordered 24 hours in advance of departure. Tickets: Adult $51, Senior $47, Youth $35.
Wine Trains in the Adirondacks
The wine trains offers beautiful Adirondack Mountain scenery and wines from New York State. . Upcoming dates are July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22. Wine trains offer a unique opportunity to experience great wines from New York State while viewing the beautiful Adirondacks. What fun! The Utica Wine Trains features a different winery each tour.
July 11 Standing Stone Vineyards. Standing Stones is a Finger Lakes Winery. The historic vineyards and soil/terrior provides the perfect fruit to achieve a delicious wine.
July 25 Heron Hill Winery. Heron Hill is a winery overlooking Kauka Lake in the Finger Lakes Region of Western New York State.
August 8 Lamoreau Landing Wine Cellars. Lamoreau Landing is off of Seneca Lake, in Lodi, New York
August 22 Hosmer Winery. Hosmer vineyards are in the Finger Lakes Region.
Wine tours include complimentary cheese and crackers. Tickets for the beautiful, relaxing wine tours are $28. Train rides depart from Utica Union Station at 6:30 pm Reservations are required. Call 1-800-619-2291 for reservations.
Murder Mystery Trains
Interactive mystery train journey with dinner at Buffalo Head Restaurant in Forestport is presented by Mystery Company of the Finger Lakes, LTD. Trains depart from Utica Union Station on October 26 and November 1,2,8,9. Ticket $49.95 per person.
Halloween Train
Halloween excursion is on October 25. Tickets Adult $15, Youth $10.
Adirondack Christmas
Shopping excursion from Union Station to Thendara Station for shopping in the Adirondack Village of Old Forge on Friday, November 28. Tickets: Adult $25, Senior $23, Youth $17.
Polar Express
All Aboard! The Polar Express Christmas Train brings the story to life on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. The magical trains ride for children was inspired by the book by Chris Van Allsburg that become the move, “The Polar Express,” starring Tom Hanks. Kids are encourage to wear their pajamas for the train ride to “The North Pole.” Kids meet Santa Claus and enjoy hot chocolate and a treat. The magical train ride takes place November 29, 30 and December 3-7, 10-14 17-20. Advance reservations are recommended for this popular excursion, as seats do sell out. Tickets: Adult $25, Senior $22, $Youth $20
Train excursion on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad are available at the official website or by calling 1-800-819-2291.
Information is subject to change.
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