Adventure Brief
Discover New Mexico’s breathtaking landscapes aboard a historic train and scenic bus tour. Enjoy a hearty lunch at Osier Station and explore the Rocky Mountains in comfort and style.
5–6 hours
easy
From $152.55
Family Friendly
Discover New Mexico’s breathtaking landscapes aboard a historic train and scenic bus tour. Enjoy a hearty lunch at Osier Station and explore the Rocky Mountains in comfort and style.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the experience involves sitting comfortably on trains and buses, with only minimal walking.
Wildlife
History
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad was originally built in the early 1880s to transport mining materials and played a vital role in regional development.
Conservation
The railroad and bus tours operate with environmental stewardship in mind, preserving natural habitats and using fuel efficiency measures to minimize impact.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Discover New Mexico’s breathtaking landscapes aboard a historic train and scenic bus tour. Enjoy a hearty lunch at Osier Station and explore the Rocky Mountains in comfort and style.
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.
Base Location
Antonito, CO
Station departure city for many trips
Trips Offered
11 unique trips
Dinner trains to geology excursions
Route Length
64 miles
Antonito–Chama scenic corridor
Historic Equipment
19th-century cars & 168
Authentic steam-era experience
Reserve seats for dinner trains, geology excursions, or the Cumbres Express — authentic mountain vistas and historic steam locomotives await.
Bring binoculars for wildlife spotting
The route passes through areas inhabited by diverse wildlife; binoculars enhance your observation experience.
Dress in layers
Mountain weather can be unpredictable; layering helps you stay comfortable during cooler mornings and warmer afternoons.
Arrive early to board smoothly
Plan to arrive at the station ahead of time to ensure a relaxed boarding process and better seating options.
Prepare for limited cell service
Remote mountain areas may have sporadic phone reception; it’s best to download tickets and maps ahead of time.
Layered clothing
Adjust layers to stay comfortable through fluctuating temperatures on the train and gondola.
Binoculars
Useful for spotting wildlife and observing distant mountain views.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning landscapes and historic sites during your journey.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the day, especially during warmer months.