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The White Mountains By Conway Scenic Railroad & Bus

Portland, Maine

The White Mountains By Conway Scenic Railroad & Bus

DETAILS

  • 71/2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Age
  • Meal

OVERVIEW

Travel through the extraordinarily scenic White Mountains by motor coach and a heritage railroad experiencing the region’s natural beauty along the way. Your journey begins with a scenic drive to North Conway, a charming town in New Hampshire near the White Mountain National Park. Upon arrival, if time permits, you may enjoy some free time to explore North Conway village before departing from the historic 19th-century train station, built in the Russian Victorian style. Here, you’ll board a comfortable, fully restored 1950s streamlined passenger railcar for a breathtaking journey through the Mount Washington Valley. Along the way, the train crosses truss bridges and towering trestles, offering sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. You’ll pass rivers, forests, and dramatic mountain peaks, all brought to life through onboard commentary that highlights the region’s points of interest. Your journey concludes at the historic Crawford Depot, where you can step off and take in the majestic panoramas and rugged beauty of Crawford Notch. From there, board your motor coach again for a scenic drive through Crawford Notch State Park and the White Mountain National Forest, continuing to Portland and your awaiting ship.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience the region’s breathtaking scenery by motor coach and heritage railroad, journeying into the majestic White Mountains.
• Board a beautifully restored 1950s railcar at a charming 19th-century station for a nostalgic journey through Mount Washington Valley.
• Cross towering trestles and truss bridges with sweeping panoramic vistas you won’t see any other way.
• Take in the rugged beauty of Crawford Notch and enjoy a scenic drive through White Mountain National Forest on the return to Portland.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing. Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
• Tour involves some walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some gravel and a few steps.

Need to Know:

Note: Participants must be at least 5 years of age. Coaches do not have a lift and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. Travel time by bus is approximately 1.5 hours each way between the port and North Conway, and about 2 hours each way between the port and Crawford. The tour may operate in reverse order. The tour may not be suitable for those with mobility concerns and is not wheelchair accessible. Restrooms are available at Conway Train Station, Crawford Notch Station and on the train. A boxed lunch is included. Tour may run in reverse order. Tour duration may vary depending on traffic conditions.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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