EXCURSIONS

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 Americus and Plains and back. Explore President Jimmy Carter's hometown go, shopping and sample peanut butter treats

2023 Dates Coming Soon

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

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.

Saturday, October 15, 2022

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.

June 2023 Dates Coming Soon

Ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine.

Saturday, September 3, 2022

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.

2023 Dates to be determined

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