- Sightseeing by railroad is one way to experience the Grand Canyon.grand canyon image by christine dedman from Fotolia.com
Twisting 277 miles long and 18 miles wide, the Grand Canyon is a popular year-round tourist destination. While some tourists prefer to make the Canyon a quick stop on their journey, others enjoy the intimacy, history and scenery of a railroad trip. Grand Canyon-area railroads offer day trips and overnight trips to various parts of the Canyon so tourists can get more up-close and personal. - Grand Canyon Railway is one way to stroll into the natural wonder. Guests can choose coach, first-class, luxury parlor class or observation dome seating options to see all the sights and sounds of the Grand Canyon. The train departs daily from Williams, Arizona, and travels 65 miles to the Canyon, where guests then have a chance to explore for three hours and 45 minutes, before heading back to Williams. Rates start at $70 for adults and $40 for children.
Grand Canyon Railway
233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd.
Williams, AZ 86046
800-843-8724
thetrain.com - The Historic Grand Canyon Railway Tour picks guests up from either Sedona or Flagstaff, Arizona, and takes them on an 11-hour adventure to the south and east rims of the Grand Canyon. Guests are informed by cowboy character tour guides and entertained by strolling musicians. Rates range from $152 to $255.88.
Historic Railway Tour
165 Jefferson Street Suite 2E
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-474-9855
tourcorp.com - In addition to its daily journey from Williams, Arizona, the Grand Canyon Railway also features an overnight package that offers guests more than 24 hours of time to explore the Canyon, allowing them to take separate Jeep and river tours. This four-day excursion includes stays at Grand Canyon lodges, with prices starting at $414 per person.
Grand Canyon Railway
233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd.
Williams, AZ 86046
800-843-8724
thetrain.com
Grand Canyon Railway
Historic Railway Tour
Grand Canyon Railway: Overnight Package
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