Description
Santa Express Train
$99-144+
Per Rider
Journey to the North Pole deep within the Royal Gorge, then meet Santa Claus himself! The Santa Express Train is a winter wonderland, where children of all ages are encouraged to wear cozy pajamas and relax with family and friends on a journey you’ll treasure year after year. As the Santa Express Train travels to the North Pole in the Royal Gorge, sing along to a mix of new and vintage Christmas music all while enjoying delicious, locally sourced entrees available on every Santa Express class of service.
Ride Colorado’s most popular Santa Train!
Order your favorites from our popular grill menu where all of our delicious entrees are prepared fresh onboard the train
Expansive cocktail, mocktail, wine and beer menu
Visit the North Pole in the Royal Gorge, where Santa Boards the train
Ticket includes hot cocoa, cookies and special gift from Santa for every ticketed child
Access to the Open-Air Car throughout your journey
Tickets sell out quickly, so book early!
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All Aboard the Santa Express Train!
We’ve all seen the movie and read the book! Now experience the train that takes you to meet Santa Claus himself at the magical North Pole. The Santa Express Train is a winter wonderland, where children of all ages are encouraged to wear cozy pajamas and relax with family and friends on a journey you’ll treasure year after year.
While waiting to board the train you can get your holiday shopping completed in our new Trackside Mercantile and Santa Fe Depot stores, complete with unique gifts for the holiday season. As the Santa Express Train travels to the North Pole in the Royal Gorge, sing along to a mix of new and vintage Christmas music all while enjoying delicious, locally sourced entrees available on every Santa Express class of service. On the way to the North Pole, we’ll keep your family entertained, while you nibble on cookies, sip hot cocoa and enjoy your favorites from our fully stocked onboard bars.
When the Santa Express Train reaches the North Pole, Santa and his special Elves board the train to pass out a special holiday bell to each ticketed child as he makes his way through the train.
More than 40,000 guests ride the Santa Express Train each year, so tickets sell out quickly. Book your trip today and find out why the Santa Express Train is Colorado’s top Christmas train experience!
Package Info
PRICE:
Peak: $114-$144 Adult Ticket, $104-$134 Child Ticket (Ages 1-12)
Non-Peak: $99-$129 Adult Ticket, $94-$124 Child Ticket (Ages 1-12)
INCLUDES:
Your journey through the Royal Gorge to the North Pole, hot cocoa, cookies, and a special gift for ticketed children aboard the Santa Express Train. Prices do not include fees, dining or gratuity.
TRIP DURATION:
9:00 AM, 12:30, 4:00 & 7:00 PM Departures: Approximately 1-1.5 Hours
ARRIVAL:
Please arrive 60-90 minutes prior to departure to pick up your tickets and get your photo taken.
Please Note
We recommend arriving 1-1.5 hours in advance of your scheduled departure time to get your photos and golden tickets to take onboard! Early arriving passengers may be allowed to pre-board to get settled in for the unforgettable journey ahead. Please note that all guests are assigned seating and arriving early does not allow you to pick your seats.
Santa Express Experiences
Enjoy Delicious Entrees From Our Grill Menu!
We invite you to pre-purchase our special grill meal package featuring your favorites from our freshly prepared grill menu, plus a soft drink, draft beer or glass of wine — and your very own limited-edition, specialty pint glass to take home with you! $35
Make Holiday Memories that Last!
Make sure your family Holiday memories last well beyond your trip by taking home a beautiful custom Santa Express Premium Photo Folio. These folios include a magical Santa Express Golden Ticket for children to have punched by the Conductor during your journey. Our professional photographers will put your family in the middle of the Holiday action with our custom photo backgrounds.
These folios can be pre-purchased at special advanced pricing of $30 for the premium folio or flash drive. There is also an opportunity to purchase the photo or flash drive the day of your trip for the regular price of $35.
Get a Santa Express Ornament for Your Tree
Pre-purchase the Santa Express Custom Ornament for $20. The gift voucher will be with your train tickets and can be redeemed in the Gift Shop.
Tickets & Dining
All listed prices include your journey, hot cocoa and a special gift for ticketed children aboard the Santa Express Train. Prices do not include fees, dining or gratuity.
Peak
- $144 Adult /$134 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $134 Adult / $124 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our majestic winter season.)
- $114 Adult / $104 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Non-Peak
- $129 Adult /$124 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $119 Adult / $114 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our majestic winter season.)
- $99 Adult / $94 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Dining – Special Offer
Your First Pour, Our Treat!
Pre-purchase your meal and enjoy a complimentary drink—your choice of draft microbrew, glass of wine, or soft drink—paired with a limited-edition commemorative pint glass to take home. Select your entrée onboard from our popular grill menu, where all of our delicious entrees are prepared fresh onboard the train. Options include our juicy Angus Burger, Chicken Pesto Panini, Grilled Chicken Bacon Cheddar Sandwich, Turkey Bacon Hoagie, Veggie Wrap, Pulled Pork Sandwich, and Signature Salad. $35 per person.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The train can accommodate a limited number of wheelchair patrons per each train departure. The Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests must be able to climb 14 steps on their own in order to sit in the Dome Cars.
Please call Reservations if you have a wheelchair (24″maximum at base), walker, or difficulties climbing stairs. For questions about the accessibility of the train and its different classes, please call prior to booking a reservation on our website. All seating is assigned/reserved and cannot be guaranteed. Please call a representative at 719-276-4000 to book your tickets for the entire party with a wheelchair or movement-impaired passenger.
Dates of Service
Nov 19th – Dec 30th with up to four daily departures. 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
All classes of service offer our special holiday menu featuring delicious entrees from our grill, along with a full service bar. Pre-order our Grill package when booking your journey, or order your favorites while aboard the train. Dining and beverages are priced separately from the cost of your ticket.
Reservations
We urge you to make your reservation early for Santa Express because most dates sell out weeks or months in advance. Please have alternative dates in mind in case your choice of date is unavailable. Please also note that all seats are pre-assigned at time of booking. Specific seating locations cannot be guaranteed. Parties of more than 4 will be seated across the aisle or back to back. When selecting a date, if you do not see the ticket quantity selection, that particular class of service is sold out.
If you made your original reservation online and wish to add more guests to your reservation, please call reservations at 719.276.4000. If you wish to sit with another family which has made their reservation, please call our reservations department prior to making your own reservation. If multiple reservations are made, we cannot ensure that you will be seated together.
Tickets & Dining
All listed prices include your journey, hot cocoa and a special gift for ticketed children aboard the Santa Express Train. Prices do not include fees, dining or gratuity.
Peak
- $144 Adult /$134 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $134 Adult / $124 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our majestic winter season.)
- $114 Adult / $104 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Non-Peak
- $129 Adult /$124 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $119 Adult / $114 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our majestic winter season.)
- $99 Adult / $94 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Dining – Special Offer
Your First Pour, Our Treat!
Pre-purchase your meal and enjoy a complimentary drink—your choice of draft microbrew, glass of wine, or soft drink—paired with a limited-edition commemorative pint glass to take home. Select your entrée onboard from our popular grill menu, where all of our delicious entrees are prepared fresh onboard the train. Options include our juicy Angus Burger, Chicken Pesto Panini, Grilled Chicken Bacon Cheddar Sandwich, Turkey Bacon Hoagie, Veggie Wrap, Pulled Pork Sandwich, and Signature Salad. $35 per person.
Dates of Service
Nov 19th – Dec 30th with up to four daily departures. 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
All classes of service offer our special holiday menu featuring delicious entrees from our grill, along with a full service bar. Pre-order our Grill package when booking your journey, or order your favorites while aboard the train. Dining and beverages are priced separately from the cost of your ticket.
Reservations
We urge you to make your reservation early for Santa Express because most dates sell out weeks or months in advance. Please have alternative dates in mind in case your choice of date is unavailable. Please also note that all seats are pre-assigned at time of booking. Specific seating locations cannot be guaranteed. Parties of more than 4 will be seated across the aisle or back to back. When selecting a date, if you do not see the ticket quantity selection, that particular class of service is sold out.
If you made your original reservation online and wish to add more guests to your reservation, please call reservations at 719.276.4000. If you wish to sit with another family which has made their reservation, please call our reservations department prior to making your own reservation. If multiple reservations are made, we cannot ensure that you will be seated together.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The train can accommodate a limited number of wheelchair patrons per each train departure. The Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests must be able to climb 14 steps on their own in order to sit in the Dome Cars.
Please call Reservations if you have a wheelchair (24″maximum at base), walker, or difficulties climbing stairs. For questions about the accessibility of the train and its different classes, please call prior to booking a reservation on our website. All seating is assigned/reserved and cannot be guaranteed. Please call a representative at 719-276-4000 to book your tickets for the entire party with a wheelchair or movement-impaired passenger.
