Mark your calendars: this epic train trip is the best way to check out some of the most stunning scenery in North Carolina and Tennessee.
On March 24, the Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society and Museum is hosting a breathtaking railroad trip that will take you through the Great Smoky mountains. Better still, this incredible day trip is super affordable.
This one-day-only train trip will take you through the stunning Great Smoky Mountains in North Carolina.
Facebook/Great Smoky Mountains Railroad The train will cruise through forests, over bridges and alongside scenic rivers.
On March 24, passengers will climb aboard restored vintage train cars and enjoy an 11-hour journey along the old 1891 Murphy Branch Line.
Facebook/Great Smoky Mountains Railroad This is the first time modern passengers have been able to ride all the functional tracks in this area in one go.
Guests will have their first stop in Johnson City, Tennessee and make their way through Greeneville, Morristown and Sylva. After lunch, guests will be able to hop off in historic Dillsboro to explore.
Facebook/Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Dillsboro is home to the beautiful Jarrett House and the location of the famous train wreck scene from the film “The Fugitive.”
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The train sets off around 9:15 a.m. and will be back in Johnson City around 8:30 p.m. the same day.
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Tickets for the train start at just $85 for adults and $69 for kids. You can also purchase upgraded tickets that include dinner.
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To learn more about booking this enchanting adventure, check out the Watuaga Valley Railroad Historical Society and Museum’s website here. It’s sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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The train will cruise through forests, over bridges and alongside scenic rivers.
This is the first time modern passengers have been able to ride all the functional tracks in this area in one go.
Dillsboro is home to the beautiful Jarrett House and the location of the famous train wreck scene from the film “The Fugitive.”
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