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Class of Service

Learn more about the different class services here at Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad


Parlor Car

Experience the Victorian era elegance from aboard our first class service, Parlor cars. A level of luxury, service, and comfort that once was reserved for such dignitaries as railroad barons and mining kings.

Parlor cars offer lounge style comfort and panoramic windows that open to the unspoiled grandeur of the Authentic West. Parlor accommodates guests 21 years of age and older.

Your ticket includes a buffet lunch, morning pastry and fresh fruit, afternoon snack, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, embroidered logo parlor bag and a commemorative ornament. A personal attendant is on board to take orders and describe the history throughout the line. Beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase.

Premium Car (NEW!)

Experience C&TSRR newest class of service! In Premium class, all passengers have their own window seat in an individual chair. Premium class accommodates guests 21 years of age and older.

Premium car offers modern comfort and capacity is limited to up to 20 guests, guaranteeing a spacious experience and unobstructed views of the gorgeous untamed terrain along the Colorado-New Mexico border.

Your ticket includes a buffet lunch, morning pastry,  afternoon snack, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, a souvenir die cast key chain, and a souvenir tumbler. A personal attendant is on board to take orders and describe the history throughout the line. Beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase.

The Deluxe Car

Ride into history aboard our Deluxe cars. Enjoy the elegant cafe-style setting with extra room and individual seating for your comfort. Deluxe class seating accommodates guests of ALL ages.

The Deluxe car offers table seating for easy conversation and capacity is limited to up to 24 guests. Table seating in this car is offered at a two top table or a four top table.

Your ticket includes a buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snack, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages and a souvenir notebook and pen set featuring the Cumbres & Toltec logo. A personal attendant is on board to take orders and describe the history throughout the line. Beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase with a valid ID.

Coach Car

Relax, open your window and let the journey fill your senses. Our classic Coach car brings your family and friends together for the ride of a lifetime.

Enjoy the views from your comfortable padded seat looking out your openable panoramic window. Each of our coach cars seats up to 40 guests and accommodates guests of ALL ages.

Feel free to move about, visit the concession car for snacks and beverages, and take in the sights, sounds, and fresh breezes on the open-air gondola. You’ll have just the right mix of sitting time and active participation.

Your ticket includes a delicious buffet lunch.

ADA Compliant

Open Air Gondola

The Open Air Gondola provides unobstructed views, great photo opportunities, and a chance to spot some of the abundant wildlife in the area.

Throughout the trip you’ll find friendly, informative guides/docents to take you on this journey of the Authentic West. Relax and spend some time here as our docents provide a lively narrative of the history of the railroad and this spectacular region.

Remember to bring sunglasses, closed toed shoes and a hat. Dress in layers for all kinds of mountain weather.

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