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Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Excursion Nov 2

Join us on Nov 2 for an amazing trip to Bryson City, NC to ride on the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad! This trip is always a guest favorite because it features the end of leaf season, you won’t want to miss the Smokies in their autumnal glory and the fact that we are scheduled to be pulled by a steam locomotive! Fall colors, beautiful scenery, the smell of coal smoke, and the chuff of live steam are sure to make this a trip your family will talk about for ages!

Included in the trip:
  • Round trip transportation from our location in Johnson City to the station in Bryson City, NC
  • A Ride on a steam train on the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
  • Admission to the Lionel Train Museum
  • Time to explore Bryson City (ask Carson where to find homemade ice cream sandwiches)
  • Fun and knowledgeable museum staff handling all the logistics so you can relax!

A note on booking. Your Paypal Receipt Email is all that is needed to confirm you for the trip. We will ask you for the name on the registration at check in on the day of the trip. If you have any questions please read below or give us a call. You will not be receiving a confirmation email other than your Paypal Receipt. 

Trip Itinerary:
6:30am Check in at Johnson City Railroad Experience
7:00am Buses depart for Bryson City
Mid trip rest stop break
9:30am Arrive in Bryson City, NC
10:00am Board Train
10:30am Train Departs
12:00-1:30pm Layover at Nantahala Outdoor Center (snacks and lunch is available or you may bring your own)
1:30pm Train Departs for Bryson City
3:00pm Train Arrives in Bryson City
Free time to shop, eat, and check out the included Lionel Museum
5:45pm Busses load for return trip.
6:00pm Busses depart for Johnson City
8:30pm Busses arrive back in Johnson City and trip concludes.

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Bigsouth

Big South Fork Scenic Railroad Excursion

Who’s ready for another exciting railroad adventure?!?

Join us July 6th, as we travel to beautiful Stearns Kentucky and take a ride on the Big South Fork Scenic Railway!

This all day excursion will include travel from Johnson City to Stearns, an added bonus of visiting a local mine, and an opportunity to take in the sights of the city of Stearns.

Buy tickets below, or for more detailed information or to book your spot, email us or give us a call 423-631-5273 Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm!
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Museum Tour

The Johnson City Railroad Experience is located at 207 N. Boone St. in downtown Johnson City, is Coming Fall 2024. Visitors can explore a variety of interactive exhibits and educational displays that celebrate the rich railroad heritage of the region​.
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