Wows and Woes
It is a reliable form of guided tours since it is open every day besides Christmas Eve and Christmas. There are two dining options, Spenser's Pub and the Grand Depot Cafe. The four rail car sections are the parlor class, observation dome (the two most expensive options), coach and first class. The rail cars are easy to find and board since each car is named, but for those who are in a hurry, the train travels pretty slow and doesn't allow a lot of exploration time at stops.
Insider Tips
Book a hotel package with the railway to save money. There are four hotels to choose from. If it is your birthday, you get a free coach ticket to ride the train. AAA provides discounts to the train, and if you are a family with a member who has a disability, this is the best way to reach the Grand Canyon.
Bottom Line
Booking a train and hotel package at the railway provides you with the best deal for your money, especially in a large group or family.
Author's Most Memorable Moment
There is a staged robbery on the train as part of the live entertainment, which is fun and unexpected. For some, it might seem like a nuisance, but children enjoy it, as well as the live musical entertainers that go from rail car to rail car.
Article Written By Lauren Wise
Lauren Wise has more than eight years' experience as a writer, editor, copywriter and columnist. She specializes in food, wine, music and pop culture. Her writing has appeared in various magazines, including "Runway," "A2Z," "Scottsdale Luxury Living" and "True West." Wise holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Arizona State University.
