Imagine boarding a 1940s train and cruising through the beautiful Nisqually Valley in the foothills of Mt. Rainier. Then imagine being greeted with all the wine you can sip and a catered meal at your destination. If we’ve just described your ideal day, you’ll love the Washington Wine Express — and there are several more wine trains this year.
The Washington Wine Express departs from the Elbe Depot.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook Remaining dates for 2019 are August 31, September 14, and October 5.
The 3-hour journey begins with a departure at noon or 4:30 (depending on which excursion you choose), when you’ll ride through some of Washington’s finest scenery.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.
Soon, you’ll reach the Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum in Mineral.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook At that point, you’ll have two hours to sip some fantastic wine and enjoy live local music.
Your ticket comes with six tasting tickets and a souvenir glass.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook And while bringing your own alcohol along is prohibited, you’re welcome to purchase wine to enjoy on the train.
Since wine tasting works up an appetite, you’ll also be treated to a catered lunch (or dinner, depending on your excursion) before boarding the train again.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook Then it’s back to the Elbe Depot for the end of the tour.
This unique experience costs $71, or $86 if you’d like to sit in first-class.
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook You can purchase your tickets on the website or by calling 360-492-6000.
Address: 54124 Mountain Highway East, Elbe, WA, 98330
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Facebook
Remaining dates for 2019 are August 31, September 14, and October 5.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.
At that point, you’ll have two hours to sip some fantastic wine and enjoy live local music.
And while bringing your own alcohol along is prohibited, you’re welcome to purchase wine to enjoy on the train.
Then it’s back to the Elbe Depot for the end of the tour.
You can purchase your tickets on the website or by calling 360-492-6000.
Each wine train excursion offers wine from different regional wineries and unique live entertainment, so you may need to go more than once. Get your tickets here, and while you’re at it, spend some time exploring the tiny town of Elbe.
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