Santa's Hiwassee Holiday Train
Embark on a magical holiday journey aboard Santa's Hiwassee Holiday Train. This family-friendly excursion travels through the scenic Hiwassee River Gorge, offering a festive escape. Children can write letters to Santa, enjoy a special cookie and chocolate milk treat, and meet Santa himself for photos. Each passenger receives a commemorative boarding pass and a holiday bell, making for a memorable keepsake.
What to Expect
Holiday train ride through the Hiwassee River Gorge with Santa.
Event Details
Duration
Less than 1 hour
Ages
All Ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Food & Drink
Chocolate chip cookie and chocolate milk served onboard. Water bottles and light snacks permitted.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive, whimsical, family-oriented
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
- Parking: Free parking is available at the Delano boarding location.
- Accessibility: Historic railcars have limited accessibility and cannot accommodate wheelchairs onboard. Guests who can board with assistance and use a standard seat are welcome. Contact TVRM before booking to discuss specific needs.
- Pets: Only service animals trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities are permitted onboard.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive 20-30 minutes early for parking, check-in, and boarding, as trains cannot wait for late arrivals.
- Dress warmly, especially for children, as guests may wait outdoors briefly before boarding.
- If using rideshare services like Lyft or Uber, arrange your return pickup in advance due to limited availability in Delano.
- Compact strollers must be folded and stored; large strollers should remain in the vehicle due to limited onboard storage.
- Groups booking separately should use the same Primary Name on each reservation or contact TVRM to link bookings to ensure seating together.
Special Events & Promotions
- Mistletoe Class Ticket: $30
- Holly Class Ticket: $45
- Includes assigned seating, letter-to-Santa activity, cookie, chocolate milk, Santa visit, boarding pass, and holiday bell.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the train wheelchair accessible?
Historic railcars have limited accessibility and cannot accommodate wheelchairs onboard. Guests who can board with assistance and use a standard seat are welcome. Contact TVRM before booking to discuss specific needs.
Can we bring a stroller?
Compact strollers must be folded and stored during the ride. Large strollers should remain in your vehicle because onboard storage is limited.
What happens if we miss our departure?
Trains cannot wait for late arrivals, and missed departures are not refundable. Contact the ticket office as soon as possible if you expect a delay.
Are pets allowed?
Only service animals trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities are permitted onboard.
How early should we arrive?
Arrive 20-30 minutes before departure for parking, check-in, and boarding. Delano operates on Eastern Time.
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