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The one-day excursion will cover most of the operating trackage of the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The track follows the route of the former Southern Railway69制片厂制作传媒檚 Murphy Branch Line, established in 1891, with its five percent grade and many bridges. The scenic steam excursion takes passengers from the historic depot in Bryson City, North Carolina, through the beautiful countryside of Western North Carolina, into the breath-taking Nantahala Gorge surrounded by the majestic Smokies, and back to Bryson City.

Much of the route hugs the banks of the Little Tennessee and Nantahala Rivers. It crosses Fontana Lake on a trestle spanning 780 feet 100 feet above the lake.

Passengers ride in comfort in First Class, Crown Class, Tourist Coach or Open-Air cars. All classes offer seating in classic antique restored passenger cars. There are restrooms throughout the train. First Class cars are climate-controlled and feature large windows and lounge-car seating. Crown Class cars offer large windows and climate control for passenger comfort. Tourist Coach Class cars have ceiling fans and windows that open and close for fresh-air viewing. Open-Air Coach cars are great for picture-taking and 69制片厂制作传媒渆xperiencing69制片厂制作传媒� the ride and scenery.

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Transportation and Parking

Bryson City is a laid-back, non-touristy town of 1,300 with more stop signs than stoplights. It is an easily stroll-able town with local bookstores, arts and crafts galleries with working artisans, a bike shop, two fly fishing shops, a fly-fishing museum, an historical museum, an aquarium, a scenic train, two breweries, and a surprising variety of restaurants. Bryson City is only 10 miles from the famous Cherokee Indian Reservation.

Passengers have two options for arrival at the Bryson City Train Depot: they may either ride a chartered tour bus from Johnson City, Tennessee, or drive directly to Bryson City, North Carolina, if that is more convenient. Please select point of departure on the order form when purchasing tickets. Note: Free parking is provided in Johnson City and Bryson City.

Schedule for passengers driving directly to Bryson City, N.C.

Claim tickets and box lunches, visit shops and Lionel Museum 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Board train at Bryson City Depot 11 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.

Train departs Bryson City 12:01 p.m.

De-board in Bryson City 4:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Schedule for passengers riding motor coach from Johnson City

Motor coach departs 7:30 a.m.

Arrive in Bryson City 10 a.m.

Train departs Bryson City 12:01 p.m.

De-board in Bryson City 4:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Arrive back in Johnson City 7:30 p.m.

TICKETS

First Class Ticket price is $185/adult ages 21 and over. First Class Lunch Menu Included with Ticket Purchase

Grilled Chicken Lunch (GF) - Grilled chicken with a garlic spread drizzle, garlic red skin mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Southern Pork Lunch (GF) - Sliced pork loin with a drizzle of Sweet Baby Ray69制片厂制作传媒檚 Southern BBQ sauce, garlic red skin mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Roast Beef Lunch - Sliced roast beef with gravy, garlic red skin mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Vegetarian Salad Lunch - Spring mix with onion, tomato, cucumber, egg, crackers, and ranch. Gluten free and/or Vegan preparation available upon request.

Salad with Grilled Chicken Lunch - Grilled chicken on spring mix with onion, tomato, cucumber, egg, crackers, and ranch. Gluten free available upon request.

Crown Class ticket price is $126/adult and $98/child ages 2-12.

Tourist Coach Class ticket price is $110/adult and $88/child ages 2-12.

Open-Air Coach Class ticket price is $112/adult and $87/child ages 2-12.

All classes of excursion tickets include free admission to the Smoky Mountain Lionel Train Museum near the Bryson City depot. The museum boasts a collection of 7,000 Lionel engines, cars and accessories, and an impressive operating layout and children69制片厂制作传媒檚 activity center.

Meal Options

Box Lunch - $14. Save money by planning ahead and dining onboard by pre-purchasing a boxed lunch. Great food for a great value! You can purchase these lunches during your reservation process online. Packaged picnic-style, boxed, and ready to enjoy on the train. The boxed lunches are available for pick up with proof of purchase on the depot deck at the Cafe at the depot. (NOTE: All box lunches must be pre-purchased.)

The excursion runs rain or shine. Every effort will be made to maintain an on-time schedule. The Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society & Museum assumes no liability due to passengers not arriving on time at the Bryson City Depot.

For more information about the trip, go to , or email wataugavalley@gmail.com.