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Downloadable-Sales-Kit - Verde Canyon Railroad
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The Canyon
“Heaven is under our feet
as well as over our heads.”
-Henry David Thoreau
More than any other feature, Arizona is defined by
canyons. All across the state, these great gorges in the
landscape harbor scenery and secrets. Besides the Grand,
an array of other unforgettable canyons invites exploration and one of the most spectacular is Verde Canyon.
Take a moment to imagine Sedona and its world-famous
landscape without the development. Imagine the same
towering red rock buttes and haunting formations but
with no roads or resorts, no homes or hotels. You’ve just
conjured up an image of Verde Canyon.
Carved by the Verde River, Verde Canyon is a verdant
ribbon through unrepentant desert. High cliff walls
adorned with cactus and agave overlook this splashy
oasis, while graceful cottonwoods and sycamores canopy
the water. Such collision of ecosystems lures a variety
of wildlife, a fur and feather roster that makes Verde
Canyon Railroad the envy of other excursion trains
and adventure tours.
This bewitching scenery forms an unforgettable
backdrop for the slow-rolling journey of Verde
Canyon Railroad.
“Everybody needs beauty as well as
bread, places to play in and pray
in, where nature may heal and
give strength to body and soul.”
-John Muir
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The Eagles
“The Eagle, he was Lord above.”
-William Wordsworth
Eagles are the most majestic of birds and among the
shyest. The American bald eagle is extremely sensitive to
human activity and chooses nesting sites where it cannot
be easily observed by people ... with one notable exception.
They get along just fine with the passengers and crew of
Verde Canyon Railroad.
Each winter migrating bald and golden eagles return
to Verde Canyon, joining the year-round resident pairs.
The rocky red cliffs of the pristine river canyon form
a dramatic backdrop for dazzling aerial acrobatics.
Eagles plunge from staggering heights into the river to
snatch fish from the crystal green waters. They can be
seen soaring overhead on gentle thermals, their six-foot
wingspans etched against a piercingly blue sky.
Passengers of Verde Canyon Railroad are granted the
rare privilege of witnessing these magnificent creatures
up close and undisturbed. Verde Canyon is a protected
breeding area closed to the public. Only Verde Canyon
Railroad provides the unique opportunity to view these
extraordinary animals in their natural habitat. Having
cohabited with the Railroad for generations, the eagles
pay no mind as the slow rolling train clickety-clacks its
way to Perkinsville and back.
As an added treat, resident pairs produce offspring almost
yearly, giving passengers a chance to watch eaglets fledge
the nest and dip their downy wings into the sky.
Eagle Facts
• Arizona is home to the entire
known population of desert
nesting bald eagles in the
United States.
• During courtship bald eagles
engage in elaborate flight
displays that include swoops,
chases and cartwheels. They
often lock talons at great
heights then free fall,
separating just before hitting
the ground.
• The bald eagle is the only
eagle unique to North America.
• The nest of a bald eagle can
weigh as much as 2,000 pounds.
• The bald eagle is the
national symbol of the United
States and is found on the
presidential seal, money and
stamps.
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The Adventure
“Life is either a great adventure or nothing.”
-Helen Keller
During the past two decades, over a million passengers have
ventured into the untamed heart of the great American
West riding Verde Canyon Railroad.
The three and one-half hour journey aboard this classic and
elegant train curls deep into one of Arizona’s most dramatic
canyons, a riparian corridor tucked between two national
forests and adjacent to a wilderness area. With high rock
walls cradling a glistening river, Verde Canyon provides a
sanctuary for wildlife and frazzled humans looking to experience the kind of place they didn’t think still existed.
Along the way the train rumbles past ancient Sinagua Indian
cliff dwellings, past the nests of bald eagles perched on high
rock escarpments and through a 680-foot tunnel blasted
from the mountainside. The sprawling panoramas of the
varied landscapes, timeless; the unmatched comfort and service of the train, priceless.
A handful of excursion trains still
crisscross the country and provide
pleasant diversions. Verde
Canyon Railroad delivers the
frontier, the Wild West, the scenic
West and the West of legend
which flows slowly past the train.
Passengers relax in grand comfort
as the train rumbles into terrain
where eagles swoop from windgnawed cliffs, wildlife graze at the
edge of the cottonwood trees and
fierce sunsets streak the sky.
It has always been about the
journey, not the destination.
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The History
“Railroad iron is a magician’s rod,
in its power to evoke the sleeping
energies of land and water.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
It was the mines that lured them but it was the
railroad that brought them.
The railroads of north central Arizona were built
to support the booming copper mines of Jerome.
Despite an inaccessible location, mining in Jerome
grew into large scale operations soon after the first
claim was staked in 1876. Men and equipment were
needed and large quantities of ore had to be shipped.
The railroads conquered the unforgiving landscape
and fed Jerome, Clarkdale and the communities of
the Verde Valley. In 1911 William Andrews Clark
financed construction of the Verde Valley Railroad,
a 38-mile standard gauge line from Clarkdale to
Drake. It took 250 men using picks, shovels and
DuPont black powder one year to complete the task.
An astonishing feat, especially considering that the
line includes a 680-foot tunnel carved through a
mountain and a trestle spanning a 175-foot gorge,
aptly named S.O.B. Canyon. For years the
railroad was known as the “Verde Mix” because
it carried such a variety of freight, livestock,
passengers and ore.
In 1988 Dave Durbano purchased the
Verde Valley line sight unseen, based just
on freight figures alone. After his first
ride through the unspoiled wilderness, he
knew that this was a treasure, both scenic
and historic that must be shared. Verde
Canyon Railroad was born.
The first excursion train of Verde
Canyon Railroad rolled out of the
Clarkdale depot on November 23, 1990.
It carried neither freight nor ore, only
people. They came to bask in the beauty
of a wild canyon where eagles nest
among high cliffs and the wind makes
music in the cottonwoods.
It is the scenery that lures them but it is
the railroad that brings them.
Phrases of
Railroad Origin
Asleep at the switch
Brownie points
Blowing your stack
Make the grade
Jerkwater town
All the bells and whistles
Roundhouse punch
One-track mind
Riding the gravy train
Run out of steam
Wrong side of the tracks
The real McCoy
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The Food
“I am not a glutton—I am an explorer of food.”
-Erma Bombeck
In railroad jargon it’s known as “going to beans” or
“putting on the nosebag,” but most people just call it eating
lunch. For Verde Canyon Railroad passengers it’s as easy
as walking up to the counter at the Copper Spike Cafe
located in the depot.
Individual Purchases
The Copper Spike dishes up burgers and hot dogs fresh
off the grill. Burly sandwiches and overstuffed wraps are
prepared fresh daily along with crispy salads and tempting desserts. Gourmet coffees, teas and bottled drinks will
whet your train whistle. Passengers who prefer to dine
prior to departure can grab a table on the shady veranda
with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains, or a
picnic-style lunch can be prepared to take on the train.
First-class Amenities
On board, passengers riding in first-class or on the
caboose enjoy a lavish spread of appetizers, Champagne
upon boarding and a cash bar. Coach passengers have
access to a well-stocked snack bar.
Group Purchases
The culinary wizards at the Copper Spike Cafe can handle
any group request with a little advance notice. Pre-ordered
lunches can be made available upon arrival with several
options from which to choose. For any lunch order of 20
or more, the driver and escort will each receive a
complimentary lunch.
After the Train Ride
For groups looking to extend their outing into the evening,
the staff at Verde Canyon Railroad can book a package
with the nearby Blazin’ M Ranch Wild West Adventure.
After the train chugs into the depot, we invite you to enjoy
the best chicken and ribs in Arizona followed by a professional Western stage show. Ask your representative about
special rates.
“When the waitress asked if
I wanted my pizza cut in four
or eight slices I said, ‘Four. I
don’t think I can eat eight.’”
-Yogi Berra
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The Facts
Why
Climb aboard Verde Canyon Railroad for a rare
opportunity to ride a vintage train deep into a
stunning river-carved canyon, as rugged and
unspoiled as it was a century ago. The three and
one-half hour journey is a stress-free wilderness
adventure traversing a variety of landscapes
and exploring the historic heart of Arizona. It’s
always a good day when you’re on a train.
When
Verde Canyon Railroad operates year-round.
Each season infuses the landscape with a
different personality, creating a vivid backdrop
for a memorable journey. A number of highlights remain consistent throughout the year
including spectacular geology, magnificent vistas
of inner canyons, Sinagua Indian ruins dating
back to 600 A.D., a vibrant riparian habitat and
unique railroad construction including S.O.B
Canyon trestle, Perkinsville Bridge and a
680-foot manmade tunnel.
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Where
The train departs from the historic
town of Clarkdale in the Verde Valley. Nestled at the base of Cleopatra
Hill, Clarkdale occupies an ideally
centralized location for any exploration.
Clarkdale is only three miles from the
Blazin’ M Ranch in Cottonwood, four
miles from the former mining camp
turned artist colony of Jerome and 25
miles from the scenic red rock splendor
of Sedona.
What
Two FP7 locomotives, two of only 10
remaining in North America, provide
the muscle that pulls the renovated
vintage cars. First-class accommodations offer spacious living room-style
seating, beverages for toasting upon
boarding, complementary appetizers
and service at your seat. Coach service
includes classic Pullman-style seats
and a convenient snack bar. All cars
have access to open-air viewing cars
offering dramatic 360-degree views
and photo opportunities. The exclusive
caboose is designed for one private
party of no more than six adults and
features oversized chairs, sumptuous
appetizers, a personal valet and two
private viewing platforms.
Who
Your group of course; your family and
friends, your coworkers, your employees, your special guests. Anyone who
is important to you is important to us.
Even after 20 years, the Verde Canyon
Railroad still prizes passenger comfort
as an essential part of the journey.
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The Towns
Jerome teeters a mile in the air, spackled
into the seams of Mingus Mountain, overlooking the red rocks of Sedona and lush
Verde Valley. The vertical burg established
boomtown credentials back when the copper
mines churned out a billion dollars worth of
the gaudy ore. World War II marked the last
copper boomlet as Jerome fell into disrepair.
When the mines closed in 1953, the citizens
scattered except for a few dozen hearty souls
who stayed put. They formed a historical society and began patching the scars and knitting
the bones of this tumbledown town. During the 1960s, Jerome experienced a
counterculture renaissance as people
discovered the hillside town with remnants
of Victorian architecture. They snapped up
real estate, opened shops, restaurants, art
galleries and injected Jerome with the
relaxed, carefree vibe still prevalent. Today,
vistors prowl the slanted streets discovering
a bonanza of original artwork.
Clarkdale - named after William A.
Clark - was Arizona’s first company town and
designed with precision planning and technological advancements far from the norm in the
early 1900s. The community of sturdy brick
homes in varying architectural styles included
modern conveniences such as electricity, sewer
and copper water piping.
A century after being built, Clarkdale seems
to exist in a time warp. It exudes a small-town
Mayberry-like charm rarely found anymore.
The quaint downtown houses restaurants,
shops, museum and two-acre park with a
gazebo that serves as the site of festivals,
celebrations and other community events.
Nearby Attractions
Tuzigoot National Monument – an
800-year-old Sinagua Indian pueblo
located in Clarkdale.
Blazin’ M Ranch – an Old West town
filled with shops, museums and family
activities, plus a lively Western dinner
show in Cottonwood.
Montezuma Castle National Monument –
one of the most well-preserved ancient
cliff dwellings in North America located in Camp Verde.
Sedona and the surrounding red rock
country, named by USA Today as the most
beautiful place in America, is a half
hour from Verde Canyon Railroad.
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Group
Planning Guide
Now that you’ve caught the train what are you
going to do with it? With a little advance planning, your group - whether family and friends,
employees or VIP guests - can do pretty much
anything they want.
Thanks to the high level of customer service
provided by Verde Canyon Railroad, you can
create the type of event perfect for your group.
Want a lunch catered on board or on the depot
patio before departure? No problem. Maybe you’d
prefer a barbecue on the patio after the train ride.
We can do that too. If you’re ordering lunches at
the depot, we can print “Welcome (Group Name)”
menus and are happy to set up a courtesy table
with a welcome sign. Special party menus for
birthdays, weddings and corporate functions can
be tailored to any event.
If your group is arriving by bus, we’ll have
someone there to welcome them. Passengers will
be given details on the boarding procedure, what
they might see that day (depending on the season)
and some history and fun facts about the train.
If you’d like specialty beverages served, such
as margaritas, microbrews or wines, just let
us know.
If you’d like cakes, flowers or other special
touches stowed on board prior to your group
boarding, consider it done. We’ll also send
out photos of your group’s visit via CD
or email.
If you’re looking for specialty logo souvenirs
and other group gift items, they can be preordered from the gift shop at discounted prices.
And that’s just the beginning. If there’s something else we can do to make your group’s
experience a memorable one, all you have to
do is ask. Anything short of letting you drive
the train, we can probably make happen.
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The Romance
“Write it on your heart that every day
is the best day in the year.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Special days require special venues. Verde
Canyon Railroad offers a rare combination of
romance, elegance and downright old-fashioned
fun. The soothing rhythm of the rails and the
breath-stealing scenery floating past combine
for an unforgettable experience. That’s exactly
what one dreams about for weddings, birthdays,
anniversaries and other special occasions.
On special days you want time to slow down
so you can savor every delicious moment.
Verde Canyon Railroad - a vintage train
traveling over track laid a century ago into
an ancient canyon - is in the business of timelessness. Allow yourself to be whisked away
to an extraordinary place in pampered comfort as the three and one-half hour trip offers
you an exclusive environment for exchanging,
renewing or celebrating vows.
The combination of festive food and beverage,
train, comfort and camaraderie along with
the encompassing wilderness of the Canyon
makes for a truly memorable experience.
Verde Canyon Railroad is large enough
to provide exquisite service yet small enough
to give the personal touch. Indulge your
family and friends, your employees or VIP
guests by booking a tour aboard the train
designated as one of “Arizona’s Treasures,”
and let our staff give them the gift of an
unforgettable experience.
Verde Canyon Railroad rumbles out of the
past invoking an era of style and service almost
forgotten. Be transported not just in body but
in spirit.
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The Wedding
“Love doesn’t make the world go round.
Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.”
-Franklin P. Jones
What better way to begin your matrimonial journey than
aboard the wondrous journey of Verde Canyon Railroad?
Our skilled staff can help you create just the right atmosphere for this auspicious day. We’ll also work with you on
all of the preparation leading to the event. We will provide
you with contacts for transportation, catering, entertainment and overnight accommodations. With the details
handled, you can relax and revel in the sophistication and
comfort of this classic train and the matchless beauty of
the river-carved canyon.
For a magical open-air wedding celebration with a private
car reception, the staff of the Verde Canyon Railroad welcomes the opportunity to serve you. For this, the simple
elegance of first-class passage is most appropriate. These
cars feature plush chairs and love seats, Champagne upon
boarding, hot and cold appetizers, a full-service bar and
beverage service at one’s seat. We do our best to provide
a private car to parties of 24 or more riding in first-class,
and every attempt is made to provide exclusivity on an
open-air car as well.
Expert narration wafts through the journey, leaving passengers with an appreciation of the history, archaeology,
geology, wildlife and Indian lore of the Verde Canyon.
The P.A. system can be regulated in each car if alternative
entertainment is contracted.
“Men marry women with the
hope they will never change.
Women marry men with the
hope they will change.
Invariably they are both
disappointed.”
-Albert Einstein
Wedding
Fun Facts
The expression “tying the
knot” dates to Roman times,
when the bride wore a girdle
that was tied in knots—which
the groom then had the fun
of untying.
Legend says that if the
younger of two sisters
marries first, the older
sister must dance barefoot
at the wedding or risk never
finding a husband.
The longest train for a
wedding dress was made in
Germany and measured
515 feet.
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Climb Aboard
a Classic
Travel far beyond the boundaries of
everyday life aboard Verde Canyon Railroad. This classic train guides passengers
deep into a scenic Arizona canyon, offering unsurpassed comfort amid a sculpted
and colorful landscape. Savor a three
and one-half hour excursion filled with
rejuvenation and wonder.
Ride Verde Canyon Railroad and
discover what the West was like as a
remote and rugged frontier. Mighty locomotives rumble out of the station with
vintage cars in tow whisking travelers
to another century while keeping them
rooted in the plush comfort of the new
millennium. For 20 years Verde Canyon
Railroad has used two words to conjure up style and comfort, romance and
relaxation, service and beauty - All Aboard!
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Top 10 Reasons
to Ride Verde
Canyon Railroad
10. Someone else does all the driving.
9. The gentle swaying of the train is
like a three-hour hug.
8. You’re encouraged to yell and
scream going through the tunnel.
7. Canyon cliffs and a desert river
are a hard combination of scenery
to beat.
6. After eating there are no dishes
to wash.
5. Bald eagles, dude, bald eagles.
4. It’s educational but so much fun kids
won’t realize they’re learning until
it’s too late.
3. Sit inside or outside; it’s your call.
2. It feels like riding through the
pages of Arizona Highways magazine.
1. If you want to sing “Chattanooga
Choo Choo,” “I’ve Been Working on
the Railroad” or even “Last Train to
Clarksville,” that’s cool.
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The Train
Not many adults long for the days of the stagecoach,
steamship and blimp. But mention “trains” and eyes
light up. Unlike some historical eras that seem far
removed from modern lives, the casual grace of train
travel never goes out of style. The rarer it becomes,
the more precious it becomes.
Vintage FP7 diesel locomotives provide the power for
17 cars that travel Verde Canyon Railroad’s standard
gauge rails. Engines 1510 and 1512 were built in 1953
for Alaska Railroad. Today, painted with eye-catching
eagle designs, they are only two of 10 remaining in
service in North America.
All cars are non-smoking, climate-controlled,
have restrooms and at least one attendant per car.
Music and narration are an integral part of the
trip. Two coach-class cars feature the classic
Pullman-style padded seating on each side of a center
aisle with panoramic windows and a snack bar. Eight
first-class cars offer a rich living room-style
arrangement nestled against panoramic windows, with
Champagne upon boarding, premium liquors from a
cash bar and complimentary appetizers reflecting the
Southwestern region. All cars provide access to
open-air viewing cars with high-backed
wooden benches. (Don’t be surprised if that’s where
you spend most of the ride.)
The eye-catching red caboose at the
end of the rolling stock line-up has been
converted into a luxurious parlor car.
The caboose is limited to no more than
six adults of one party. These fortunate
passengers will enjoy elegant seating,
panoramic windows, a personal valet,
sumptuous appetizers and Champagne
upon boarding. They also have access to
two private outdoor viewing platforms
and two cupola seats above.
“If God had meant for us to fly,
he wouldn’t have given us
the railways.”
-Anonymous
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From Phoenix:
Allow at least two hours for the drive. Take
I-17 north to exit 287 - Cottonwood, Camp
Verde, Clarkdale exit. Turn left (west) over
the freeway and travel on Highway 260 12
miles. Turn left at Main Street. Drive through
Old Town Cottonwood, past the turnoff for
Tuzigoot National Monument until you see
a sign on the corner that says “Verde Canyon
Railroad.” Bear right onto Broadway, cross
the one-lane bridge and park in the designated
parking across the street from the depot.
Miles
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Cottonwood, Arizona
Flagstaff, Arizona
Grand Canyon, Arizona
Jerome, Arizona
Laughlin, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
Los Angeles, California
Page, Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
Prescott, Arizona
Village of Oak Creek, AZ
Sedona (west), Arizona
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From Sedona:
Allow 40 minutes for the drive. Go southwest
toward Cottonwood on Hwy 89A to Cornville
Road/Mingus Avenue. Turn right on Mingus
Avenue and proceed west 1.8 miles to North
Main Street. Turn right and continue on Main
Street through Old Town Cottonwood, past
the turnoff for Tuzigoot National Monument
until you see a sign on the corner that says
“Verde Canyon Railroad.” Bear right onto
Broadway, cross the one-lane bridge and park
in the designated parking across the street
from the depot.
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Railroad Slang
Hoghead – Engineer
Cinder cruncher – Switchman
Gandy dancer – Track maintenance worker
Bend the iron – Throw a switch
Buckle the balonies – Connect air hoses
Railfan – Anyone who makes a hobby of
railroading
Foamer – An avid railfan
Doubleheader – Train with two engines
Brain shack – Caboose
Weed weasel – Company official spying
on crews
Rattler – Freight train
Toothpick – A railroad tie
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Payment Policy
Group/Contract Reservations
Based on space availability, a group reservation may be booked at any time. A 25% deposit
is required 30 days prior to departure date to
confirm a group reservation. Final payment and
any adjustments in passenger count is expected
two weeks prior to departure date.
In the event travel is booked less than two
weeks from the departure date, the total reservation amount is due immediately.
A signed contract is required to finalize confirmation of a reservation and a credit card
number must be provided when returning
signed contract. The card will be held on file as
a guarantee and only charged two weeks prior
to departure if scheduled final payment is not
received, or the contract person is travelling and
unable to make a timely payment.
Booking Instructions
Main Reservations
1-800-293-7245 or 928-639-0010
Please call and identify yourself. Your customer
service representative will locate your account
based on your company name or phone number.
If you do not book with us on a regular basis,
please be sure that our reservation agent has
your correct information.
Please make sure you record and keep the confirmation number you are given. This is how we
track the reservation as well as any discounts or
commissions that may be due to you.
VERDE CANYON
RAILROAD MARKETING
DEPARTMENT
Groups or Charter Reservations
Ellen Roberts
Group Coordinator
877-674-3835
ellen@verdecanyonrr.com
To Establish a Tour Operator,
Travel Agent or Wholesale
Account
Lisa O’Neill
Marketing/Sales
877-674-3836
lisa@verdecanyonrr.com
Teresa Propeck
Marketing Director
623-374-3185
tpropeck@verdecanyonrr.com
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Train CHARTERs
Seating Capacity
and Rates
When an entire train is chartered, passengers
are treated to all of the amenities of firstclass passage including complimentary
appetizers, Champagne upon boarding and
access to a full-service bar with beverage
service provided at one’s seat or on open-air
cars. All Charter reservations have exclusive
open-air viewing cars.
R a i l r o a d
Standard Service Charters
Coach only (148 capacity)
$6,275
Large Capacity First-class $12,375
(200 capacity)
Small First-class (2 cars) $4,300
(70 capacity)
Complete Train Charter
$22,500
First-class and Coach Train Charter
(418 capacity)
Specialty Charters
First-class
Chocolate Lovers’ Festival $13,925
(200 capacity)
First-class
Chocolate Lovers’ Festival $4,875
(70 capacity)
First-class
Tequila Sunset Limited
(200 capacity)
First-class
Tequila Sunset Limited
(70 capacity)
$13,925
$4,875
First-class
Grape Train Escape
(200 capacity)
$18,400
First-class
Grape Train Escape
(70 capacity)
$6,450
All passengers for Tequila Sunset
Limited and Grape Train Escape must
be 21 years or older
All charters exclude the caboose because
there is no access to the rest of the cars.
Pricing for each individual passenger car
is available upon request.
800-293-7245 • 300 North Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324 • www.verdecanyonrr.com
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