May 30, 2020

#168 and #425 Travel the full trip from Chama to Antonito, Saturday, May 30, 2020.  Maximum passenger count:  60

Price:  $210.00 per person

The bus leg is available either in the morning or after the train excursion.  Please put your preference in the comments when booking online.

Leave Chama 9:45 a.m., Arrive Antonito 6:00 p.m.

Lunch at Osier included.

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

Geology Train, Sunday, June 21, 2020

Geology Train
8:30 a.m. -Depart Antonito, Colorado by train; Return by luxury motorcoach 7:15 p.m.
7:00 a.m. -Depart Chama, New Mexico by luxury motorcoach; Return by train 6:00 p.m.

Geology Train Trip Options:

• Geology Train departs Antonito Depot at 8:30am and arrives at Chama Depot around 6:00pm. Motorcoach departs Chama Depot at 6:15pm and arrives back at Antonito Depot at 7:15pm.
• Motorcoach departs Chama Depot at 7:00am and arrives at Antonito Depot at 8:00am. Geology Train departs Antonito Depot at 8:30am and arrives back at the Chama Depot around 6:00pm.

For all Geologists – from the newly-interested to the practiced professional.

On June 21st, a special train will depart to traverse spectacular geology along the 64 miles of Cumbres & Toltec track.  But simply experiencing the incredible overviews of the Rio Grande Rift, the eruptive evidence of the San Juan Volcanic Field, the Precambrian core of the Tusas Mountains, recent glacial deposits, and snapshots of the Jurassic, will not be enough. This special train will stop at many outcroppings and rail cuts along the right of way, so passengers may mingle, marvel and collect photographs. These unique experiences are only accessible on the train route.

The opportunities are priceless:

• Join a cadre of distinguished Geologists for a truly extraordinary day on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad.
• Traverse the entire 64 miles of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad!
• The railroad passes through one of the most unique, varied geologic areas in the U.S. and it is the ONLY way to see all those sights.
• See metamorphic rock as old as that at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
• The train will make a number of stops along the route to allow the Geologists to interpret the various Geologic points of interest.
• Lunch at Osier, Colorado is included in the ticket price.
• View and marvel at volcanoes, unusual rock formations, multiple volcanic deposits, tunnels, and an untouched landscape.
• A mile by mile Geologic rail log will be provided to each participant.
• All participants will be able to disembark to walk through Rock Tunnel and then have the opportunity to photograph the locomotive as she emerges from the tunnel!
• Ride the Historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and be prepared to “Get Rocked!”

All Fares Are Subject To A 7% Historical Preservation Fee.

For Reservations By Phone: 1-888-286-2737

Monday – Friday 8AM – 4PM MST.
Please call 1-888-286-2737
Email: geologytrain@cumbrestoltec.com

Please be careful to book the trip you want,
either leaving from Antonito at 8:30 a.m.
or leaving from Chama at 7:00 a.m.

Lunch is at 2pm.  Small coolers of non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are allowed.

Please bring sunglasses, sunscreen, layered clothing, and enclosed toe shoes.

Most of the day is spent at or above 9,000′.  Please make sure you are able to handle long periods of time at this elevation.

Book Now

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

Loco 168 Photo Charter

June 27/28, 2020

Join us for a weekend of special trains featuring newly restored D&RG Locomotive #168!  Saturday June 27^th will feature a historic passenger consist with capacity for 60 riders.  On Sunday June 28^th we’ll be running a replica freight train with space for 45 passengers.  Many photo runbys are planned.

Both days will entail Antonito-Osier-Antonito turns with trains departing the Cumbres & Toltec Depot in Antonito.

Depart Antonito:    8:00am MDT

Return Antonito:    5:30pm MDT

Fares:             Single Day                $260/person-Friends Member

Two-Day                   $460/person-Friends Member

Single Day                $310/person-General Public

Two-Day                   $560/person-General Public

Friends memberships start at $35/annually for non-members who want to join.

Fares include lunch at Osier, snacks, water on the train.  Free motorcoach transportation between Chama & Antonito for those staying in Chama.

Friends of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Inc.

4421 McLeod Road NE, Suite F

Albuquerque, NM  87109

Call 505-880-1311 for reservations.  Direct any questions to timtennant@cumbrestoltec.org

4th of July Dinner Train
5:00 P.M. – Chama to Cumbres and back by train 10:00 p.m., Entertainment by El Norteno – DJ, special 4th of July contest for patriotic attire. See the best fireworks show from the train at the front row of the display. Passengers are then returned by train to the parking lot at the Chama Depot.

Photos by Kim Todd

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Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

August 1, 2020
Saturday Night Dinner Train
5:00 p.m. – Chama to Cumbres and back by train 9:00 p.m., Costume Contest, Theme: 1960’s Aspen, CO and entertainment by Chris Collins, John Denver Tribute Artist. Celebrate the music of John Denver with us by wearing your best 1960s bell-bottoms, rose colored glasses or tie-dyed shirts. Prizes for most authentic!
Chama to Cumbres and back by train 9:00 p.m.

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Departing at 8:30 AM from Antonito, Return by Motor Coach

or take the Motor Coach from Chama, NM at 7:00 a.m. to board the train at 8:30 in Antonito

Adult Coach    $170.00

Student           $110.00

Infant                $0.00

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The C&TSRR is honored to have two experts in the realm of Wildflowers and Botany.  Mary Steuver, Chama District Forester and Botanical Bob (Pennington) owner of the famed Agua Fria Nursery in Santa Fe, NM will help guide the train in search of indigenous wildflowers.  Be a student of the wild; our Field Guides are here to share their knowledge on a fascinating and  informative steam train adventure. 

	Columbines  to be seen en route, Great to look at, but illegal to pick.

Join us for a unique all-day 64 mile train trip from Antonito, Colorado to Chama, New Mexico to study the unique Southern Rocky Mountain ecosystems along the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad.

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Book Now

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

August 15, 2020
Saturday Night Dinner Train 5:00 p.m. – Chama to Cumbres and back by train 9:00 p.m. Costume Contest, Theme:  Spanish Flamenco, best attire wins prizes!

See a sky full of stars on our Dark Sky Train!

Book Now

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

September 19, 2020
Saturday Night Dinner Train
5:00 p.m. – Chama to Cumbres and back by train 9:00 p.m.
The Speakeasy musicians led by Kerry Hart from Alamosa will lead the evening with plenty of opportunities to do the Charleston or Fox Trot. Passengers will enjoy  a prime rib, savory chicken and fresh fish dinner. Barnes will also be performing ragtime music, signing CDs, and autographing his new book at the dinner gala.

Prohibition-era costumes are encouraged; the best Roaring Twenties attire will win prizes.

Only ticket holders will be given the secret word for entrance to this private party!

Book Now

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!

Have you ever dreamed of shoveling coal or pulling on a throttle?  Check out the Fireman & Engineer school for a chance to live out your dream! During our 4-day Fireman Class, you’ll learn to fire an antique K-36 Baldwin locomotive with actual running time on the rails. The 4-day Engineering School and Advanced Class will take you even further with more running throttle time, and a hands-on education into the daily service and maintenance aspects of the railroad. Find more details here.

• June 5-8, 2020  – Sold Out
• June 26-29, 2020  – Sold Out
• July 10-13, 2020 – Sold Out
• August 7-10, 2020 – Sold Out
• September 11-14, 2020 –  Sold Out
• September 25-28, 2020 Advanced Class – Sold Out
• October 9-12, 2020 – Sold Out

Reservations are available by phone.  Please call to be added to the 2021 waiting list.
1-575-219-3306
Questions? Please email Tracy Gallegos –TOntiveros@CumbresToltec.com

Download a sample class itinerary here!