All Aboard!
Oh, the time has come to begin planning your ride on the Polar Express! We love the Polar Express Train for so many reasons, not the least of which is that it presents a rare opportunity to ride on a genuine steam engine. This year, from November 9th to December 31, 2018 the Polar Express will be traveling with gusto to the North Pole and trust us, your kiddos will love it!
The DetailsThe Polar Express Train is based off of both the popular book by Chris Van Allsburg and the beloved film starring Tom Hanks. The soundtrack to the movie plays in the background, and Santa's Helpers provide the carols, the hot chocolate, and the cookies! After about an hour and a half of traveling through the woods and over the river to the "North Pole", you'll experience an unparalleled joy while watching the kids' faces light up when they find Santa awaiting their arrival. When he boards, each child will get a special greeting, a gift, and a silver sleigh bell (just like in the story!). Most riders choose to wear their PJ's, and you should plan on arriving at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Smoky Mountain Trains Museum admission is included with the cost of your ticket.
Reserving Your Tickets
Be sure to reserve early to get the widest range of available dates! This is a very popular area attraction, and it does not run on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. Choose from Coach Class, Crown Class, or First Class. To reserve your spot on the train, visit the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad website.
Stay LocalAfter a super fun evening of holiday fun, returning to your home away from home will be the icing on the cake! Carolina Mornings has dozens of amazing rentals, each one as lovely as the next. For a 3 bedroom, family friendly home located in Maggie Valley, check out Blue Ridge Barkway! The quiet neighborhood setting is perfect for families looking to experience the comfort and delight of the Maggie Valley community. You'll fall in love with the fully equipped kitchen, the cozy fire pit, the mountain views, local elk that visit, and so much more!
To begin planning your winter trip to the mountains, contact Carolina Mornings. A professional Vacation Planner will help line up your accommodations and your complimentary ticket to the Biltmore Estate(included with every Carolina Mornings Rental!).