The Bluegrass Express

April 16, 2010

In conjunction with Durango’s 15^th Bluegrass Meltdown, we are offering “The Bluegrass Express!” Ride in the comfort of one of our Premium-class cars behind a steam locomotive on the train to Cascade Canyon while listening to live bluegrass music of the Duke City Swampcoolers! Six entertainers will rotate among the 3 cars reserved just for Bluegrass Express guests. They will also play for all passengers during the 45-minute layover at Cascade Canyon. To hear their music, click here! 

Once you get back to Durango there will be a FREE concert in the D&SNG Museum from 5pm-7pm to officially kick off the start of the Durango Bluegrass Meltdown.

The Durango Bluegrass Meltdown is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of bluegrass music as an American art form. Since 1995, they have been presenting a unique experience in Durango, the gem of Southwest Colorado. To learn more about The Durango Bluegrass Meltdown and how to purchase a Weekend Pass, click here!

Schedule:
Departure: 10:00 am from Durango
Return: 3:00 pm to Durango

Amenities:
There will be attendants in each Bluegrass Express car to serve complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and premium amenities. A cash bar is also available.

Update! Weather is predicted to be fantastic on Friday! We have arranged to have our premium-class gondola, The Rio Grande in the consist! Passengers and musicians alike will enjoy the open air!

Fares:
Alamosa...........$99.00* (limited to 20 passengers
San Juan..........$89.00* (limited to 26 passengers)
Rio Grande Gondola..$89.00*  (limited to 20 passengers)
*All fares subject to 4% Historic Preservation Fee.
10% discount will be given to Season Pass holders.

SEATING IS LIMITED!

 BOOK THIS SPECIAL EVENT NOW!

To reserve by phone, call 888-872-4607 or 970-247-2733.