©2005 Wine TrainTHE NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN®
"One of the World's Most Magnificent Trains"
From the moment you enter the Wine Train's Station, you begin a threefold adventure...A return to the gracious era of elegant rail travel with distinguished service.. A deliciously crafted culinary and complete wine experience ...gourmet lunch or exquisite full-course dinner ...offer an enjoyable and relaxing journey through the heart of Napa Valley's picturesque vineyards past world renowned wineries.
Guests spend time prior to boarding leisurely shopping and wine shopping. The McKinstry Street Station (Map) provides a perfect opportunity for purchasing gifts for loved ones ... or yourself! Enjoy the Wine Emporium ... over 250 'rare' & 'hard-to-find' wines & souvenirs, Unique Gift Express features 'wine-related' gifts for entertaining with flair, Baubles & Beads 'N Things showcases exquisite & affordable jewelry & personal gifts, Art Gallery featuring several regional painters & sculptures and the Artist's Corner Cafe and snacks & beverages for passengers waiting boarding. Station has ample Free Parking for automobiles, motorcoaches or RV's.
©2005 Wine TrainThe 1915-1917 Pullman Lounge and Wine Tasting Cars surround guests with imported hand-rubbed Honduran Mahogany, polished brass, and grape-motif etched glass while they savor hors d'oeuvres chosen to enhance the Wine Train's selection of the finest Napa Valley Wines ...or cocktails.
The meticulously restored 1917 Pullman Dining Car replete with etched glass, polished brass, fine fabrics and rich mahogany, where you will be pampered with superb meals served with all the detail elements of fine dining... damask linens, fine china, silver flatware, and crystalware.
All guests are proudly invited to observe our Chef and professionally trained Culinary Staff through glass as they busily prepare each guests' menu selections in our onboard professional restaurant kitchen while utilizing regional ingredients of the highest quality.
Every Lunch and Dinner excursion
approximately a scenic 3-hour adventure through the heart of the Napa Valley
Wine Country.
©2005 Wine TrainWine, cocktails, soft drinks & mineral waters are available at additional charge aboard all cars. All beverage charges are paid on board the Train, and are subject to service charge and sales tax. Coffee and tea are included with the 'meal packages'.
On some of our excursions we offer a brief and informative 'welcome' Wine Tasting in the lobby of the McKinstry Street Station prior to boarding This 'Seminar' is open to all of our guests and is included in the fares, usually takes approximately 10 minutes to sample two varietals of wine, and affords guests an opportunity to have fun learning about wine, the Napa Valley ... and of course learn a little more about their forthcoming journey aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train!
For more infomation please read our Frequently Asked Questions.
Daily Gourmet Rail Excursions Year Round. Three Dining Experiences To Choose from!
Lunch aboard the Wine Train
"GOURMET EXPRESS" LUNCHEON: Enjoy 3-course meals freshly prepared onboard ... choose from two seatings ...either northbound for first seating or southbound for second seating aboard lavishly restored 1915-1917 Pullman Dining & Lounge cars. Package includes an informal Wine Tasting Seminar with two varietals in McKinstry Station prior to boarding. All guests can tour the cars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car.
CHAMPAGNE VISTA DOME GOURMET LUNCHEON: View the scenic Napa Valley in "elevated style" aboard this elegant 1947 "glass~topped" dining car...4-courses for luncheon and a 'welcome' glass of Napa Valley's premier sparkling wines is included. Package includes wine tasting seminar in station prior to boarding (except on some special events). All guests can tour the cars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car.
SILVERADO CAR: The Napa Valley Wine Train introduces the newest Railcar with an 'American Frontier' theme of decor and cuisine. The Silverado Railcar will operate "open-air" dining for the luncheon excursions daily with 'slide-open' windows for guests to enjoy the fabulous year-round climate of the Napa Valley. To reflect California's rich frontier heritage, the decorations feature a historical photographic collection of "Hollywood Western Movie Stars," donated to Wine Train owner Vincent DeDomenico by Robert Redford. Adorning the walls throughout the Railcar is gear from the 'Cowboy trade', furthering the 'early West' theme. In addition to having a completely different décor from other Pullman Dining, Parlor or Vista Dome Cars, the 'a la carte' menu is also a big departure. Chef Kelly Macdonald and staff have a state-of-the-art railcar kitchen with grill for "ranch-style" cooking. Passengers can now add "fresh air" to their scenic ride! Operates: April - October
Dinner aboard the Wine Train
CHAMPAGNE VISTA DOME GOURMET DINNER: View the scenic Napa Valley in "elevated style" aboard this elegant 1947 "glass~topped" dining car...4-course meal with an intermezzo and a 'welcome' glass of Napa Valley's premier sparkling wine is included. All guests can tour the Railcars in between courses and enjoy a 'leg stretch' visit to the Wine Tasting Car. These "VIsta Dome" Dinners are available Friday-Sunday (November -April),Thusday-Sunday (May), Wednesday-Sunday (June) and Thursday -Monday (July-October).
"GOURMET EXPRESS" DINNER: Enjoy 4-course meal with an intermezzo either northbound for first seating or southbound for second seating aboard lavishly restored 1915-1917 Pullman Dining & Lounge cars. All guests can tour the Railcars and have the option of visiting the Wine Tasting Car. These "Gourmet Express" Dinners are available Friday-Sunday (November -April),Thusday-Sunday (May), Wednesday-Sunday (June) and Thursday -Monday (July-October).
Departure Dates and Times:
LUNCH: WEEKDAYS
10:30 AM .......... Check In
11:00 AM .......... Board the Lunch Train
11:30 AM .......... Lunch Train Departs Napa
2:30 PM ............. Lunch Train Returns to Napa
LUNCH: SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
11:30 AM .......... Check In
12:00 PM .......... Board the Luncheon Train
12:30 PM .......... Luncheon Train Departs for St. Helena
3:30 PM ............. Luncheon Train Returns to Napa
DINNER: DAILY
5:30 PM ........... Check In
6:00 PM ........... Board the Dinner Train
6:30 PM ........... Dinner Train Departs for St. Helena
9:30 PM ........... Dinner Train Returns to Napa
ANY RESERVED SEATS NOT CHECKED IN 10 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE MAY BE RELEASED FOR RESALE . Daily - Closed Christmas Day
Wine Train Route:
A 3-hour, 36 mile, excursion from the historic town of Napa through one of the world's most famous wine valleys to the quaint village of St. Helena and return. Government regulations do not permit the train to stop or disembark passengers en route, except at designated stops or stations.
Seatings:
Lunch or Dinner has two seatings. Passengers spend half of the trip in a Dining
Car and half in a Lounge Car. All guests are always invited to visit the Wine
Tasting Lounge Car. Brunch has one seating. Passengers purchasing
transportation only for Lunch are assigned only to the Silverado Car.
Passengers choosing First Seating will begin the excursion in the Dining Car for the soup/salad and main course for the northbound trip to St. Helena. Approximately 1-1/2 hours later, passengers completing their first two courses are then escorted to a Lounge Car to enjoy dessert and coffee for the return trip to Napa.
Passengers choosing Second Seating will begin the excursion in the Lounge Car for appetizer course (and optional cocktails) for the northbound trip to St. Helena. Approximately 1-1/2 hours later, passengers are then escorted to the dining Car to enjoy their soup/salad, main course, dessert and coffee for the return trip to Napa.
Attire and Dress Code
Brunch and lunch are casual. Please NO old or faded jeans.
During dinner, jackets are suggested but not required; ladies should dress as
they would for dining in any fine restaurant.
©2005 Wine TrainDirections:
From Marin, San Francisco, Peninsula -via Golden Gate Bridge:Take 101
north to Highway 37 east. Take Highway 121 towards Napa, 121 connects with Highway
29. Turn left, take 29 north. Exit Lincoln Avenue. Go east on Lincoln Avenue.
Turn right on Soscol Avenue. Turn left at light onto First Street then immediately
turn left again onto McKinstry Street. Make second left into driveway for parking
at the McKinstry
Street Depot. (map of location)
Approximate travel time: San Francisco = 1 hour & 20 minutes Marin County
= 50 minutes. Additional 15 minutes during Summer months.
Return Details:
Train Trip concludes at the original departure point
Children and Seniors:
Children can order from all gourmet menus during the Luncheon or Dinner Excursions.
(13 or older is considered an adult).. Children's rates may not be available
on a few special events programs.
Payment: Payment in advance by major credit card; Visa, AMEX, MasterCard and Discover.
Confirmation & Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will receive an e-mail with a link to your E-Ticket
Voucher - when your booking is confirmed. Please present this E-Ticket voucher
at the Train Station.
Cancellation Policy
24-hour advance notice of individual reservation cancellation is required to
insure a full refund of payments. 5-day advance notice for some special events.
Advance pre-payment of all package pricing and train fare only programs is charged
to a credit card upon placing reservations. 24-hour advance notice of cancellation
is required to avoid forfeiture of payments on file for regular programs.
Additional Information:
©2005 Wine TrainFor more infomation please read our Frequently Asked Questions.
This activity must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date.
Confirmation for this product will be received within 12-24 hours, subject to availability.
The Napa Valley Wine Train , although not required by the ADA (due to historic renovation), can be somewhat accessible to travelers with minimum mobility limitations. Wheelchairs measuring no wider than 26" can be accommodated onboard via our wheelchair lift. Advance notification and specific discussion of mobility restrictions is necessary in order to facilitate serving limitation needs and Boarding. Due to the unique boarding timing procedures, advance notification is critical to insure comfort for all guests.
Excursions are approximately 3 hours in duration.
Meal pricing includes 12 %service charge & 7.75% sales tax.
All food & beverage is subject to a service charge of 12% and sales tax. Service charge is taxable in California. Gratuities are optional, thank you.
Coffee, tea or decaf included in meal package excursions. Wine, cocktails & other refreshments are an additional cost & are subject to service charge and sales tax.
Operating Schedule of Excursions vary slightly based upon seasonal demands.
Confirmations are based upon space availability.
All pricing, programs, terms & conditions are SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. All quotations in U.S. Dollars.
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