Journey across the Northern Arizona countryside on a full-day journey aboard the Grand Canyon Railway. Hear folklore and stories from the crew and witness authentic characters and musicians who bring the Old West to life on this scenic adventure. Arrive at Grand Canyon Depot and choose from a variety of activities, including a narrated motor coach tour of Grand Canyon National Park. Upgrade to include first class seats and a buffet lunch at the Maswick Lodge at the Grand Canyon.

Watch a Wild West shootout featuring the Cataract Creek Gang in an outdoor theater
Train offers kaleidoscopic views of the San Francisco Peaks
Add a motorcoach rim tour with the most scenic overlooks of the Canyon
Upgrade to include a hearty buffet lunch at the Maswick Lodge at the Grand Canyon

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Imagine boarding an historic train, traveling through beautiful landscapes then being awestruck by the Grand Canyon in all of the glory that makes it one of the seven natural wonders of the world! This is what you will experience with this Grand Canyon Railway Package!

What's Included

Round trip train (coach or first class)
1.5-hour rim tour (if option selected)
Hot buffet lunch (if option selected)
National Park service fees (USD15)
Sales tax

Gratuities
Breakfast
Lunch (unless option is selected)
1.5-hour rim tour (unless option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Grand Canyon Railway Depot, 280 N Grand Canyon Blvd, Williams, AZ 86046, USA

Return Details

This activity will end right where it started.

What To Expect

This Grand Canyon Railway adventure begins at the historic Williams Depot in Williams, Arizona. Before boarding the train, enjoy a Wild West shootout featuring the Cataract Creek Gang in an outdoor theater. Also, check out the gift shops and enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast (not included) at the Grand Depot Café before departure.

Then it’s all aboard. The Grand Canyon Railway has been transporting passengers on a journey to one of the seven natural wonders of the world since 1901. This iconic train is more than just a mode of transportation, however. It’s a trip back in time to what many consider the most incredible place on Earth. Experience white-gloved service with roaming musicians and sing-a-longs.

Arrive at the historic Grand Canyon Depot, one of only three remaining log depots known to have been constructed in the United States. The landmark El Tovar Hotel, Hopi House gift shop and Bright Angel Lodge hotel complex greet guests as they arrive. Feel free to explore and join a narrated motor coach tour of Grand Canyon National Park that travels to the most scenic overlooks of the canyon, providing guests with the ultimate scenic experience.

Upgrade and include a hot buffet lunch at Maswik Lodge, nestled in a Ponderosa pine forest. On your return journey, you'll be part of an Old West train robbery!

The tour ends with a return trip to Williams, Arizona.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
The train can accommodate a motorized scooter if it is no wider than 25 inches. There is a special lift to lift the scooter onto the train.
Please note: Arizona doesn't observe Day Light Savings and switches between MST (Mountain Standard Time) and PST (Pacific Standard Time) depending on the season.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Post COVID-19 Safety Updates - We politely request that you refrain from taking this tour should you start displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or if you are at a high risk of contracting the disease. Please ensure 1 person per group wait in line for ticket exchange. Face masks will be highly recommended. Social distancing will be practiced on train platform and on the train. Seating on board the train will be limited to maximize social distancing, and guests will be asked to promptly take their seat keeping aisles clear and to remain seated except to use restrooms.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Operated by Grand Canyon Railway

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

about cancellations

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Q:What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Grand Canyon Railway Adventure Package?

A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas

Q:What is the policy on sanitization during Grand Canyon Railway Adventure Package?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Q:What is the social distancing policy during Grand Canyon Railway Adventure Package?

A:The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Q:What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Grand Canyon Railway Adventure Package?

A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

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A good way to spend a day with the finale at the Grand Canyon!

Reviews

4.5

4,423 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers

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Fun with friends

Anna_P, May 2022

The whole train ride was serene and fun. The singing and train robbery added a lot of extra fun too.

Overall a good day

Sherry_B, Apr 2022

We booked the train ride, bus ride and lunch. When we checked in we were able to upgrade to the dome car which turned out to be a very good move since the seats were smaller than I expected and there were open seats in the dome car so we were able to spread out. The lunch is not a buffet, it is a sandwich bag lunch with very few choices. The train ride was very pleasant but we could have done with the afternoon signer have a much lower volume. Highly recommend the bus tour, you see a lot with not a lot of hiking which is a good idea unless you are used to walking around at the higher altitude. Overall a very good experience and you can see a lot in one day booking the full tour.

1 traveler found this review helpful

Viator mixup - book direct next time

Jim_S, Mar 2022

Viator failed to add bus tour and lunch to our trip despite paying for it. Since Viator is a third party app - no one could help us. HOT lunch was a cold sandwich. Train was great and Grand Canyon awesome.

The train is the best way

Arleen_M, Mar 2022

Taking the train is the best!! Great car ride. First class was worth the extra legroom, quiet ride, snacks, cash bar. Didn’t regret not buying the lunch. The tour bus was awesome. Great information

1 traveler found this review helpful

Great trip would do it again!!!

Susan_D, Mar 2022

The robbery on the way home. It was an easy going trip with lots of scenery and stories by the PSA, Dennis. He was most helpful and charming.

Can’t recommend the Grand Canyon Railway enough.

Carol_S, Feb 2022

The train ride was wonderful. First class tickets were well worth the cost. Our host, Rob, couldn’t have been more hospitable and entertaining. The entertainment was so much fun. The Grand Tour of the Canyon was so nice. Great trip.

Viator made a mistake

Mark_Z, Nov 2021

The railways was great but Viator booked me on a Tour that was not wheelchair accessible. I told them very clearly that I was in a wheelchair and they said everything was wheelchair accessible. It was not

1 traveler found this review helpful

Seeing the grandkids...

BEN_W, Nov 2021

Seeing the grandkids enjoying the day. Seeing the grand canyon in all it's splendor and the whole train ride experience.

1 traveler found this review helpful

Best experience

Rachel_F, Oct 2021

Had a wonderful time with plenty of laughs. Wonderful experience Music and entertainment Rob was so informative

A must see!!

Nancy_Y, Oct 2021

Our train car attendant Sharon was awesome. She was friendly, energetic, and very knowledgeable, sharing history and stories along the train route. The Canyon was breathtaking.

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