Riding the Rails With Santa
Ever wonder what it’s like to visit Santa at the North Pole? Now’s your chance! With the Santa Train, you’ll enjoy an enchanting journey, beginning when you board a festive historic train bound for Santa’s place.
This year, guests can choose from a variety of new experiences and price points. The Santa Cookie Car is the perfect way to jingle and mingle with the big guy. It includes hot cocoa, a cookie, and a photo with Santa while enjoying stunning views of Napa Valley. A treat for everyone, whether you’re continuing a family tradition or experiencing this voyage for the first time.
Choose the Gourmet Holiday Express experience, and you’ll be invited to dine in style in our elegant Pullman Dining Car. Guests will enjoy a laid-back evening with a three-course kid-friendly meal and table side visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Last (but certainly not least!), you can elevate your journey with the Very Merry Vista Dome Car experience. Here, you and your family will indulge in an evening filled with delicious cuisine while enjoying scenic 360 views of wine country. Passengers also receive a take home box of fresh-baked holiday cookies, cocoa, and a table visit and photo with Santa. After a fun-filled two-hour round trip, you’ll be full of festive spirit and the magic of the holidays. Be sure to arrive at the train station early for a welcome cup of hot cider, caroling, and photo ops with Santa in his workshop!
Joy For a Good Cause
Here at Napa Valley Wine Train, we’re proud supporters of Expressions of Hope Napa. This organization works tirelessly to help and support local children in the foster care system. As a way to say thank you to them, and to help ensure Santa puts a smile on every little one’s face this holiday season, a portion of the proceeds from every Jolly Journey will be donated to Expressions of Hope. You can also get involved by dropping a toy off at the station when you arrive for your journey.
Staying on the Nice List Onboard the Santa Train
Christmas is only a few months away, and remember, Santa is always watching! So here is a list of rules to keep in mind while riding the Santa Train if you want to keep yourself at the top of the nice list:
- No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed on the train.
- Children are not allowed to run through the trains and must always be accompanied by an adult.
- We do not commit to everyone having an opportunity to visit Santa in the workshop before boarding. Because this is a first-come, first-served event, we encourage you to arrive early.
- No pulling Santa’s beard as it hurts!
- No asking elves if their ears are real, they get sensitive about appearances.
- Parents should consider bringing a backup set of clothing in case of any spills to ensure the photo hopes are not dashed.
- Remember that Santa is happily married to Mrs. Claus, so conduct yourselves appropriately around him.
- Remember, you are never too old to believe in Santa and the magic of Christmas.
- Prepare your children in advance for what they will ask Santa for, and you are welcome to bring a list!
- Consider bringing your child’s stuffy to help soothe them through the experience or one for each adult if they need the help.
- Consider not loading kids up on sweets and sugar right before seeing Santa.
Dashing Through Wine Country, On a One-of-a-Kind Train
Feeling the magic already? Let the excitement of the holiday season start early this year, or give the gift of one of our jolly journeys to someone special. The Santa Train will run from December 1st to December 23rd, and tickets are on sale now. This is a holiday tradition that you’ll want to share with family each and every holiday season.
