Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad
Place Category: Family Friendly and Guided Tours
USA Today readers voted Cumbres & Toltec the Best Scenic Train Ride in America.
Climb aboard and ‘‘hold-on’’ to the past.
Cumbres & Toltec is America’s most historic scenic railroad. Climb aboard for a 64-mile day trip you’ll never forget. Our coal-fired steam engine carries you into the unspoiled West, through steep mountain canyons high desert, and lush meadows. You’ll zig zag between the Colorado and New Mexico border. Open your eyes to spectacular and rare Western scenery which can only be viewed from our train’s unique route. Ride in the Victorian elegance of our deluxe parlor car or choose the budget-friendly coach car. Either way, a delicious buffet lunch is included. Trains depart daily from Chama, NM and Antonito, CO. A luxury motor coach chauffeurs you back to your starting point at the end of the ride. The season runs from late May through October. Visit cumbrestoltec.com or call 1-888-286-2737 for more information and schedules. Let’s get steamy.
Visit cumbrestoltec.com or 1-888-286-2737 for more information and schedules.
Life is short. Ride long.
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