Route 66 in Arizona

All aboard, it’s the Polar Express!  The Polar Express, that magical Christmas train, travels to the North Pole via the Grand Canyon Railway during the holiday season.  Departing from Williams Arizona, The Polar Express speeds towards the “North Pole” while passengers listen to the story of The Polar Express.  Adults and children alike are enchanted by the magical tales, while enjoying hot chocolate and cookies. Once at the “North Pole”, Santa Claus boards the train and gives each child onboard a gift.

The Polar Express departs daily through December 22, except for Tuesday, December 9.  There are two departure times each day, at 6:30pm and 8:00pm.  The Polar Express will also operate on January 2, 3, 4, 9 & 10, 2009 with two trains at 6:30pm and 8:00pm, except for January 4 and 9, where there is only one departure at 6:30pm.

Reservations are required, and must be made by calling 1-800-THE-TRAIN, or 1-800-843-8724.  Tickets are $26 for adults, and $14 for children ages 2 through 12.  Space is limited, so call soon!

If you can’t ride The Polar Express this year, the Grand Canyon Railway is already taking reservations for the 2009 holiday season.  The Polar Express starts its magical trip in November.  Check out the website for more information.