THE NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN®

"One of the World's Most Magnificent Trains"

From the moment you enter the Wine Train's Station, you begin a threefold adventure...A return to the gracious era of elegant rail travel with distinguished service.. A deliciously crafted culinary and complete wine experience ...gourmet lunch or exquisite full-course dinner ...offer an enjoyable and relaxing journey through the heart of Napa Valley's picturesque vineyards past world renowned wineries.

Guests spend time prior to boarding leisurely shopping and wine shopping. The McKinstry Street Station (Map) provides a perfect opportunity for purchasing gifts for loved ones ... or yourself! Enjoy the Wine Emporium ... over 250 'rare' & 'hard-to-find' wines & souvenirs, Unique Gift Express features 'wine-related' gifts for entertaining with flair, Baubles & Beads 'N Things showcases exquisite & affordable jewelry & personal gifts, Art Gallery featuring several regional painters & sculptures and the Artist's Corner Cafe and snacks & beverages for passengers waiting boarding. Station has ample Free Parking for automobiles, motorcoaches or RV's.

The 1915-1917 Pullman Lounge and Wine Tasting Cars surround guests with imported hand-rubbed Honduran Mahogany, polished brass, and grape-motif etched glass while they savor hors d'oeuvres chosen to enhance the Wine Train's selection of the finest Napa Valley Wines ...or cocktails.

The meticulously restored 1917 Pullman Dining Car replete with etched glass, polished brass, fine fabrics and rich mahogany, where you will be pampered with superb meals served with all the detail elements of fine dining... damask linens, fine china, silver flatware, and crystalware.

All guests are proudly invited to observe our Chef and professionally trained Culinary Staff through glass as they busily prepare each guests' menu selections in our onboard professional restaurant kitchen while utilizing regional ingredients of the highest quality.

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Every Lunch and Dinner excursion approximately a scenic 3-hour adventure through the heart of the Napa Valley Wine Country.

We also offer a seasonally available Lunch excursion with round trip motorcoach transportation from San Francisco.

Wine, cocktails, soft drinks & mineral waters are available at additional charge aboard all cars. All beverage charges are paid on board the Train, and are subject to service charge and sales tax. Coffee and tea are included with the 'meal packages'.

On some of our excursions we offer a brief and informative 'welcome' Wine Tasting in the lobby of the McKinstry Street Station prior to boarding This 'Seminar' is open to all of our guests and is included in the fares, usually takes approximately 10 minutes to sample two varietals of wine, and affords guests an opportunity to have fun learning about wine, the Napa Valley ... and of course learn a little more about their forthcoming journey aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train!

For more information please read our Frequently Asked Questions.

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Daily Gourmet Rail Excursions Year Round. Three Dining Experiences To Choose from!

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Lunch aboard the Wine Train with Napa Station Departure

"GOURMET EXPRESS" LUNCHEON: Enjoy 3-course meals freshly prepared onboard ... choose from two seatings ...either northbound for first seating or southbound for second seating aboard lavishly restored 1915-1917 Pullman Dining & Lounge cars. Package includes an informal Wine Tasting Seminar with two varietals in McKinstry Station prior to boarding. All guests can tour the cars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car.

CHAMPAGNE VISTA DOME GOURMET LUNCHEON: View the scenic Napa Valley in "elevated style" aboard this elegant 1947 "glass~topped" dining car...4-courses for luncheon and a 'welcome' glass of Napa Valley's premier sparkling wines is included. Package includes wine tasting seminar in station prior to boarding (except on some special events). All guests can tour the cars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car.

SILVERADO CAR: The Napa Valley Wine Train introduces the newest Railcar with an 'American Frontier' theme of decor and cuisine. The Silverado Railcar will operate "open-air" dining for the luncheon excursions daily with 'slide-open' windows for guests to enjoy the fabulous year-round climate of the Napa Valley. To reflect California's rich frontier heritage, the decorations feature a historical photographic collection of "Hollywood Western Movie Stars," donated to Wine Train owner Vincent DeDomenico by Robert Redford. Adorning the walls throughout the Railcar is gear from the 'Cowboy trade', furthering the 'early West' theme. In addition to having a completely different décor from other Pullman Dining, Parlor or Vista Dome Cars, the 'a la carte' menu is also a big departure. Chef Kelly Macdonald and staff have a state-of-the-art railcar kitchen with grill for "ranch-style" cooking. Passengers can now add "fresh air" to their scenic ride! Operates: April - October

Lunch aboard the Wine Train with Round Trip Transportation From San Francisco

Combination Wine Train with Hotel pick up and Motorcoach Transportation from San Francisco is available: November 1 - April 30 2008 Fridays and Saturday Only and May - October 2008: Wednesdays and Fridays Only. Note: Wine Train lunch departures without the Motorcoach transportation are available year round.

Cancellation policy for Train/Motorcoach Combo: Full Fare charged for no shows and/or cancellation received less than 72 hours prior to tour date. Cancellations prior to 72 hours are charged a minimum $25.00 per person administration fee. This is a fill-in seating program.

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Dinner aboard the Wine Train with Napa Station Departure

CHAMPAGNE VISTA DOME GOURMET DINNER: View the scenic Napa Valley in "elevated style" aboard this elegant 1947 "glass~topped" dining car...4-course meal with an intermezzo and a 'welcome' glass of Napa Valley's premier sparkling wine is included. All guests can tour the Railcars in between courses and enjoy a 'leg stretch' visit to the Wine Tasting Car. These "VIsta Dome" Dinners are available Friday-Sunday (November -April),Thusday-Sunday (May), Wednesday-Sunday (June) and Thursday -Monday (July-October).

"GOURMET EXPRESS" DINNER: Enjoy 4-course meal with an intermezzo either northbound for first seating or southbound for second seating aboard lavishly restored 1915-1917 Pullman Dining & Lounge cars. All guests can tour the Railcars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car. These "Gourmet Express" Dinners are available Friday-Sunday (November -April),Thusday-Sunday (May), Wednesday-Sunday (June) and Thursday -Monday (July-October).

 

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Wine Train Napa Station Departure Times:

LUNCH: DAILY

10:30 AM .......... Check In
11:00 AM .......... Board the Lunch Train
11:30 AM .......... Lunch Train Departs Napa
2:30 PM ............. Lunch Train Returns to Napa

DINNER: DAILY

5:30 PM ........... Check In
6:00 PM ........... Board the Dinner Train
6:30 PM ........... Dinner Train Departs for St. Helena
9:30 PM ........... Dinner Train Returns to Napa

ANY RESERVED SEATS NOT CHECKED IN 10 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE MAY BE RELEASED FOR RESALE . Daily - Closed Christmas Day

Wine Train Route:

A 3-hour, 36 mile, excursion from the historic town of Napa through one of the world's most famous wine valleys to the quaint village of St. Helena and return. Government regulations do not permit the train to stop or disembark passengers en route, except at designated stops or stations.

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Seatings:

Lunch or Dinner has two seatings. Passengers spend half of the trip in a Dining Car and half in a Lounge Car. All guests are always invited to visit the Wine Tasting Lounge Car. Brunch has one seating. Passengers purchasing transportation only for Lunch are assigned only to the Silverado Car.

Passengers choosing First Seating will begin the excursion in the Dining Car for the soup/salad and main course for the northbound trip to St. Helena. Approximately 1-1/2 hours later, passengers completing their first two courses are then escorted to a Lounge Car to enjoy dessert and coffee for the return trip to Napa.

Passengers choosing Second Seating will begin the excursion in the Lounge Car for appetizer course (and optional cocktails) for the northbound trip to St. Helena. Approximately 1-1/2 hours later, passengers are then escorted to the dining Car to enjoy their soup/salad, main course, dessert and coffee for the return trip to Napa.

Attire and Dress Code:

Lunch is casual. Please NO old or faded jeans. During dinner, jackets are suggested but not required; ladies should dress as they would for dining in any fine restaurant.

Directions:

Wine Train Departs from Napa California.From Marin, San Francisco, Peninsula -via Golden Gate Bridge:Take 101 north to Highway 37 east. Take Highway 121 towards Napa, 121 connects with Highway 29. Turn left, take 29 north. Exit Lincoln Avenue. Go east on Lincoln Avenue. Turn right on Soscol Avenue. Turn left at light onto First Street then immediately turn left again onto McKinstry Street. Make second left into driveway for parking at the McKinstry Street Depot. Approximate travel time: San Francisco = 1 hour & 20 minutes Marin County = 50 minutes. Additional 15 minutes during Summer months.

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Return Details:
Train Trip concludes at the original departure point in Napa.

Children and Seniors:
Children can order from all gourmet menus during the Luncheon or Dinner Excursions. (13 or older is considered an adult).. Children's rates may not be available on a few special events programs.

Payment: Payment in advance by major credit card; Visa, AMEX, Master Card and Discover.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will receive an e-mail with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher - when your booking is confirmed. Please present this E-Ticket voucher at the Train Station.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations for Wine Train only reservations within 24 hours of the tour are charged in full. Cancellations prior to 24 hours are charged a minimum $10.00 per person administration fee. We charge 100% for NO SHOWS. Some specific tours and activities have a higher cancellation fee due to the limited space available. Cancellation policy for Train/Motorcoach Combo: Full Fare charged for no shows and/or cancellation received less than 72 hours prior to tour date. Cancellations prior to 72 hours are charged a minimum $25.00 per person administration fee. This is a fill-in seating program.

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Additional Information:

For more information please read our Frequently Asked Wine Train Questions.

This activity must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date. Motorcoach/Train Combo must be booked 72 hours in advance.

Confirmation for this product will be received within 12-24 hours, subject to availability.

The Napa Valley Wine Train , although not required by the ADA (due to historic renovation), can be somewhat accessible to travelers with minimum mobility limitations. Wheelchairs measuring no wider than 26" can be accommodated onboard via our wheelchair lift. Advance notification and specific discussion of mobility restrictions is necessary in order to facilitate serving limitation needs and Boarding. Due to the unique boarding timing procedures, advance notification is critical to insure comfort for all guests.

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Excursions are approximately 3 hours in duration.

Meal pricing includes 12 %service charge & 7.75% sales tax.

All food & beverage is subject to a service charge of 12% and sales tax. Service charge is taxable in California. Gratuities are optional, thank you.

Coffee, tea or decaf included in meal package excursions. Wine, cocktails & other refreshments are an additional cost & are subject to service charge and sales tax.

Operating Schedule of Excursions vary slightly based upon seasonal demands.

Confirmations are based upon space availability.

All pricing, programs, terms & conditions are SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. All quotations in U.S. Dollars.

 

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