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Sumter Explorer

Riding in air-conditioned, 1949 vintage train cars, you will travel from Georgia Veterans State Park, across Lake Blackshear to Americus, GA  and then on to Plains, GA to explore President Jimmy Carter's hometown, go shopping and sample peanut butter treats.

 Coach, Deluxe, and Premium available on all trains.

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Pricing:

All cars and seats will be assigned!

Coach

Adult Coach $39.99 pp

Child Coach (Ages 2-12) $29.99 pp

Senior 62+/Military: $36.99 pp

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Prices do not include Tax and Handling!

Deluxe

Deluxe: $49.99 Per Person Plus Tax and Handling

(Includes beverage and snack. Seating at tables and chairs)

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Prices do not include Tax and Handling!

Premium

Premium: $89.99 Per Person Plus Tax and Handling

(Includes drinks, snacks, and lunch on board, lounge style seating)

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Prices do not include Tax and Handling!

CLICK HERE to view photos of the type of seats.

Boarding Location:
Georgia Veterans State Park
2459 US Hwy 280W. Cordele, GA 31015
Schedule:

9:00 AM Boarding Begins
9:30 AM Depart Georgia Veterans State Park Depot

 

10:45 AM Arrive Americus, GA

(1 Hour and 45 Minute Layover)

12:30 PM Depart Americus, GA


1:00 PM Arrive Plains, GA

(1 1/2 Hour Layover)

2:30 PM Depart Plains, GA

3:00 PM **Flag Stop Americus, GA** (South Jackson St)
4:30 PM Arrive Georgia Veterans State Park Depot

Stop Over information
Want a quick tour of Plains, GA? Check out Plains Tours by Clicking Here
Shopping, dinning and events in Americus, GA. Click Here
Book your tickets:
You can book online or call the depot at 229-276-0755 Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Pick the date you wish to travel to order tickets:
Tickets on sale
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