Santa’s Holiday Express

This holiday season, make memories aboard Santa’s Holiday Express!

Santa’s Holiday Express transforms the historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad into a festive Christmas journey for the whole family. Climb aboard in Chama, New Mexico, or Antonito, Colorado, enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats, and meet Santa himself during your ride.

With Coach tickets just $25 for adults and $15 for children, it’s an affordable holiday tradition designed for kids, parents, grandparents, and everyone in between.

Santa’s Holiday Express Highlights:

• Meet Santa aboard the train and make memories together during your holiday journey
• Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes, and festive refreshments
• Ride aboard the historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad through the winter landscapes of northern New Mexico and southern Colorado
• Choose from departures in Chama, New Mexico, or Antonito, Colorado
• Affordable family pricing with Coach tickets just $25 for adults and $15 for children
• Infants ages 2 and under ride free when seated on a parent or guardian’s lap
• Upgrade your experience and ride Santa’s Holiday Express in our Deluxe Car
• Multiple departure times make it easy to fit a Christmas train ride into your family’s holiday plans

A Christmas Train Ride for the Whole Family

There’s something special about the holidays aboard a historic train.

Santa’s Holiday Express brings families together for a festive journey filled with Christmas cheer, sweet treats and a visit from Santa himself. Whether it’s your child’s first train ride or a holiday tradition your family looks forward to every year, it’s an opportunity to slow down, spend time together and make memories along the way.

Meet Santa Aboard the Train

The guest of honor will be joining us!

During your Santa’s Holiday Express journey, the kids will have the opportunity to meet Santa aboard the train. Bring your camera and capture the moment as your family celebrates the season together.

Along the way, guests can enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes and other refreshments as the train makes its festive round trip.

Upgrade to Deluxe Class

New this year, we are offering you the chance to make your holiday outing even more special.

Upgrade to our Deluxe Class experience for just $50 per adult and $35 per child. Enjoy upgraded accommodations aboard one of our Deluxe cars and receive one beverage ticket. Alcoholic beverages will be available for guests 21 and older with valid identification. Alcohol is limited to two drinks per guest.

It’s a great option for couples, grandparents, groups of friends or anyone looking to add a little extra holiday cheer to the ride.

Santa’s Holiday Express Pricing

Deluxe Class

• Adults ages 11+: $50
• Children ages 2–10: $35
• Infants under 2: Free
• Includes one beverage ticket

Coach Class

• Adults ages 11+: $25
• Children ages 2–10: $15
• Infants under 2: Free

Infants must ride on the lap of a parent or guardian.

Two Weekends. Two Historic Depots. One Holiday Tradition.

Celebrate with us in Chama, New Mexico, December 5–6, or Antonito, Colorado, December 12–13.

With a limited number of departures available at each location, we recommend booking early to secure the departure time that works best for your family.

Choose your departure and make Santa’s Holiday Express part of your Christmas tradition.