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EXCURSIONS

List of all Excursions CLICK HERE.

Here is a list of our great excursions.

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PRESIDENTIAL FLYER

Dates throughout the year on Saturdays

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

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Americus Music Festival

2023 Date coming soon

The sounds of music are calling you to
hop on the SAM Shortline for the second-ever Americus Music Fest will be in October 2023. The train will depart from Georgia Veterans State Park in Cordele, GA for a relaxing ride to the Music Festival. We will drop you off for a 4 1⁄2-hour layover. You’ll be able to listen to great local bands and visit the food trucks and vendors.

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Plains Christmas Lightin

Saturday, November 25, 2023

Depart from Georgia Veterans State Park and enjoy a beautiful ride to Plains. Santa will be onboard the train!  After arrival into Plains, enjoy a two hour layover to explore the historic town and the Christmas Parade downtown.

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Romantic Valentine's Dinner Train

Saturday, February 11, 2023

Romanic dinner train for Valentine's Day. Enjoy dinner onboard a nice train ride on this very special day. Different seating available.

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Day Out With Thomas

June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, & 18, 2023

Ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine.

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MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Depart from Americus, GA and enjoy a 2 1/2 hour train ride aboard historic air conditioned railroad cars for an exciting, interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Train ride and try to solve who the murderer is.

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Halloween Express

Saturday, October 28, 2023

Train will depart from Georgia Veterans State Park and travel to Plains. Enjoy an hour and half layover for “Trunk-or-Treat” on main street, shopping, and walking around town. We encourage everyone
to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes. All passengers will receive a candy treat on board the train.

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Candy Cane Express

2023 Dates coming soon

Depart from Georgia Veterans State Park and enjoy a beautiful ride to Plains. Santa will be onboard the train! After arrival into Plains, enjoy a two hour layover to explore the historic town.

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Plains Trains & Fireworks

Saturday, July 1, 2023

Travel from Georgia Veterans State Park Depot to President Jimmy Carter’s hometown of Plains, Georgia. Enjoy a southern style 4th of July celebration. Kid’s activities, retail shops, local food vendors, and a beautiful fireworks show at dusk.

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Hot Glass Brewfest

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Enjoy a relaxing train ride to the Hot Glass Craft Beer Festival in Americus, GA. Let the SAM to the driving for you. Book fast as seats are limited!

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WINE & CHEESE TRAIN

2023 Dates Coming Soon

Depart from Georgia Veterans State Park in Cordele, Georgia for a 1 hour and 30 minute round trip train ride. Ride aboard air conditioned historic railroad cars for a quick train ride while you enjoy wine tasting and cheese.

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Cordele Holiday Train

2023 Dates coming soon

Come ride our one (1) hour holiday train for kids. Santa will be onboard giving out a gift for each passenger. Enjoy holiday music while having hot chocolate and cookies.

 

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Watermelon Express

2023 Dates Coming Soon

With Cordele celebrating their Watermelon Express, we will be offering one hour train rides from Georgia Veterans State Park.

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