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Step into the Authentic West with a scenic bus and train trip through Chama, New Mexico. Enjoy luxury on the historic Parlor Car or breathtaking views from the Gondola, complete with a hot lunch at Osier Station.
Step into the Authentic West with a scenic bus and train trip through Chama, New Mexico. Enjoy luxury on the historic Parlor Car or breathtaking views from the Gondola, complete with a hot lunch at Osier Station.
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Operated by Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad · Chama, New Mexico
Experience a unique journey aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad with the All Aboard Chama: Bus then Train | Parlor tour. This private outdoor adventure combines a scenic bus ride through the beautiful landscapes of northern New Mexico with a luxury train trip aboard the historic Parlor Car or open-air Gondola. Your trip starts with a comfortable bus transfer allowing you to take in the Authentic West's rugged terrain and sweeping views before boarding the vintage train. Choose your direction for the ride and savor a carefully prepared hot lunch at Osier Station, a charming mid-journey stop. Along the way, knowledgeable guides provide fascinating stories of the railroad’s history and the region’s culture. Whether you prefer relaxing in the elegant Parlor Car with complimentary refreshments or standing on the Gondola’s open decks absorbing the mountain vistas, this experience offers an unmatched blend of comfort and adventure. Ideal for travelers seeking both scenic beauty and a cultured taste of the Old West, this journey is a memorable way to explore Chama’s stunning environment.
easy.
5–6 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the activity involves mostly seated travel with minimal walking.
Yes, you can select between the luxury Parlor Car for a comfortable indoor experience or the open Gondola for panoramic views when booking.
Yes, a hot lunch is provided at Osier Station as part of this private bus and train adventure.
Both the bus and train have restrooms available to passengers for convenience.
Yes, the experience is family-friendly, though supervision is recommended on the open Gondola car.
Outside food and drinks are generally discouraged since refreshments and lunch are provided, but special dietary needs can be accommodated with prior notice.
Fall offers stunning foliage, while spring is ideal for wildflowers and mild weather—both seasons provide spectacular views.
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a historic narrow-gauge railway built in the late 19th century that once served mining communities and remains one of the last steam-powered trains in the US.
The railroad maintains strict environmental practices to protect the surrounding forests and wildlife habitats, including waste management and fuel efficiencies.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a heritage railroad based in Antonito, Colorado, that operates scheduled scenic train experiences across the historic Cumbres Pass corridor. The railroad runs vintage 19th-century train cars and operates the historic locomotive 168 on select departures, delivering authentic steam-era travel through high mountain landscapes. Trips include themed dinner and wine trains, deluxe and parlor-car Cumbres Express services, coach and open-air gondola options, geology-focused excursions, one-way journeys between Chama and Cumbres, and combined bus–train itineraries covering the Antonito–Chama route. Many departures feature a hot lunch or dinner at Osier station, interpretive commentary from knowledgeable guides, and opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. The railroad highlights the region’s geology, historic trestles, and sweeping mountain vistas while preserving original rolling stock and track alignment. Visitors travel across iconic structures such as the Wolf Creek trestle and ascend Cumbres Pass, experiencing panoramic views of the Rio Grande Rift and surrounding peaks. Tickets are offered for specific named departures, including Dinner & Beer Train, 168 Dinner & Wine Train, Cumbres Express (Deluxe, Parlor, Coach), Continental Divide and Geology trains, and All Aboard Antonito one-way combinations. Passengers can choose seating classes ranging from coach to premium parlor cars and open-air gondolas for unobstructed scenery. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad emphasizes historic preservation, guided interpretation, and curated dining options to create memorable, authentic western railroad journeys from Antonito, Colorado. Reservations and ticketing details are available through channels for each named departure and seating class. Plan ahead for limited seating on popular dates.
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