Originally Posted by
James1549
This year Tammi and I 'may' be taking the Great Smoky Mt. Railroad trip on Saturday. It leaves out of Bryson City at 9 am. Crown or Coach Class. Open Air may be on the colder side in Oct? 4.5 hour trip with lunch available. 44 miles
For those that don't go along on drives and prefer something else to do, you are welcome to join us. Below is a link for those interested. Post if you are interested and I will get more info.
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Nantahala Gorge Excursion | Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
James
Roberta & I have taken these train rides on weekend stays in Bryson City. Note that there are 2 routes, so you have some choices. Lunch train rides are very similar to the one taken in Eureka Springs. Food might be somewhat more upscale & pricier. As stated, much longer rides with stops on far end that allow passengers to exit and stretch their legs in a somewhat tourist spot.
You will probably have to tolerate some commercial sales via a person that will take your photograph on train and try to sell you the picture. We bought one as it shows us on the train.
Enjoy,