Ride, Dine and Unwind Aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad!
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Overview
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado's top train experience and America's most scenic railway. Join us with friends and family to journey through the winding Royal Gorge, along the Arkansas River, deep within Colorado's grandest canyon. Indulge in made-to-order entrees for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, from our fresh grill menu along with fully stocked bars featuring specialty drinks, beers, and wines from regions worldwide. Enjoy your drinks at your table or on an open-air car, where you can soak in the breathtaking scenery, and a closer connection to nature. Choose one of the following classes of service: Vista Dome: Offers unparalleled views of the Royal Gorge from glass-topped dome cars. Deluxe Class: Offers elegant seating and an adjoining table for absolute comfort, with expansive windows providing breathtaking views of Colorado’s Royal Gorge. Coach Class: Features comfortable seating (no tables), with large windows to take in the spectacular views of the Royal Gorge.

TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM
Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout
GET TICKETSTicket Options (6) Options Available
Option(s)
Deluxe Car
Deluxe Car: Comfortable, beautifully appointed dining car with large plate glass windows.Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes: Experience Colorado's grandest canyon aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad's Deluxe railcar.Available for purchase: Enjoy delicious dining and our fully stocked bar throughout your journey. Order from our 403 Grill.
Deluxe Car
Deluxe Car: Comfortable, beautifully appointed dining car with large plate glass windows.Available for purchase: Enjoy delicious dining and our fully stocked bar throughout your journey. Order from our 403 Grill.
Santa Express Train Deluxe Car
Santa Express Train: Take a magical journey to the North Pole in the Royal Gorge. We'll pick up St. Nick & he'll greet every child with a gift!Deluxe: Relax in style in our classic, deluxe railcar, beautifully restored with large windows for stunning site seeing.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesAvailable for purchase: Order your favorites from our 403 Grill Menu and our fully stocked bars throughout your ride.
Santa Express Train Vista Dome
Santa Express Train: Take a magical journey to the North Pole in the Royal Gorge. We'll pick up St. Nick & he'll greet every child with a gift!Vista Dome: Enjoy your journey in one of our beautifully restored Vista Dome cars for a grander view of the Royal Gorge.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesAvailable for purchase
Starting from
$124
Option(s)
Vista Dome
Vista DomeDuration: 1 hour 50 minutes: Experience Colorado's grandest canyon aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad's Vista Dome railcar.Available for purchase: Enjoy delicious dining and our fully stocked bar throughout your journey. Order from our 403 Grill.
Vista Dome
Vista Dome: Experience Colorado's grandest canyon aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad's Vista Dome railcar.Duration: 1 hour 50 minutesAvailable for purchase: Enjoy delicious dining and fully stocked bar throughout your journey. Order from the 403 Grill.
Starting from
$134
Ticket Information
- Paper ticket only accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Journey through the Royal Gorge
- Includes $10 Preservation Fee
What's not Included
- Order from our 403 Grill Menu! All dining, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages are an additional cost and may be ordered while aboard the train.
- Order from our 403 Grill Menu! All dining, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages are an additional cost and may be ordered while aboard the train.
- Order from our 403 Grill Menu! All dining, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages are an additional cost and may be ordered while aboard the train.
- Gratuity is not included.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Coach and Deluxe Dining Cars are wheelchair accessible. Vista Dome is not wheelchair accessible.
- Infants less than 2 years old may sit on laps. Children 2 - 12 require a children's ticket. Note, some journeys only offer one type of ticket for all passengers 2 and older.
- Must be able to climb 10 steps without assistance
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