During this trip we will commemorate the 15th anniversary of the driving of the Golden Spike to complete the transcontinental railroad. The trips are sponsored by the Old Dominion Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society. The organization is committed to preserving Virginia rail history and to sharing it with the public. The Special's diesel engine dates to the 1950's and the passenger cars to the 1920's. Riders can choose either climate controlled cars or catch the fabulous views from the open-air cars. (Approximately 45% of our seats are in open-sided cars and therefore subject to weather conditions. Purchase of a ticket DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU A SEAT IN ONE OF THE ENCLOSED CARS. Seating is on a first-aboard=first choice basis. Reserved seating is not available.)
45% of our seats are in open-sided cars & subject to weather conditions.Purchase of a ticket DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU A SEAT IN ONE OF THE ENCLOSED CARS NOR ANY OTHER DESIRED LOCATION.Seating is on a first-aboard=first choice basis.Reserved seating is not available.Trains run rain or shine. In accordance with federal law, restrooms are available on board.Tickets are transferable to another party for the same event.No refunds for any reason.Boarding begins 15 minutes +/- before departure.No smoking. Chapter and Railroad reserve the right to substitute equipment or alter schedules as operating conditions warrant.Photos from trip may be used by the Old Dominion Chapter for publicity purposes.Due to the rural location of the excursion, cash or check required for on board purchases (food/souvenirs).Limited handicapped accessibility due to the narrow aisles of the vintage cars.