Christmas Caboose Train Ride in Woodstown
A private holiday railcar with a Santa visit and cupola views
Duration
60 Minutes
Ideal For
Up to 16 people
Includes
Private caboose, Santa visit
Highlights
Gather your group in a restored 1937 caboose decorated for the Christmas season. Settle into rich mahogany and maple surroundings as the car becomes your private cabin on rails.
- Ride behind scheduled Steam Locomotive #9, subject to substitution
- Climb to the elevated cupola for views above the train
- Warm up beside an authentic coal-burning stove
Itinerary
- Arrive at South Woodstown Station 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.
- Check-in at the Ticket Window (track side of station building).
- Enjoy the station grounds before boarding, browse our Gift Shop, warm up around the fire pits, take holiday photos throughout the decorated grounds, and children can mail their letters to Santa.
- Board the Christmas Caboose approximately 15 minutes prior to departure. Your group will enjoy exclusive access to the private Christmas Caboose for the duration of the trip.
- Depart South Woodstown Station as you settle into your beautifully restored 1937 caboose as the train heads for a scenic journey through Southern New Jersey.
- Santa visits the caboose during the journey. Santa Claus will personally visit your private caboose to spend time with your group. Children will have the opportunity to interact with Santa and receive a special gift.
- Enjoy the scenic excursion as you travel approximately 14 miles roundtrip for about 60 minutes.
- Relax and explore the caboose. Gather around the authentic coal-burning stove, enjoy the craftsmanship of the historic interior, and take turns visiting the elevated cupola for unique views of the railroad and surrounding countryside.
- Return to South Woodstown Station following your 60-minute excursion.
- Disembark and continue your holiday visit by taking additional photos around the station grounds or visiting our gift shop.
What's Included
- Private use of the Christmas Caboose
- Santa visit in the caboose
- Gift from Santa for each child
- Access to South Woodstown Station and fire pits
- On-site parking
Important details
- Children require accompaniment by at least one adult age 18 or older
- Requires safe boarding and exiting via steps and handrails; historic railcars do not meet current Americans with Disabilities Act standards
- Only registered service animals are permitted onboard
- Supervise children when they use the steep interior ladder to access the cupola
- Do not touch the coal-burning stove or surrounding surfaces
- Smoking and vaping are prohibited onboard and within railroad facilities
- Alcoholic beverages are not permitted unless authorized for a designated railroad event
- Follow all instructions from railroad staff while on railroad property and onboard
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in and boarding
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 16 guests.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are nonrefundable. You may reschedule within 24 hours of purchase. After that, rescheduling is unavailable. No-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
Product ID: J6DE5C
FAQs
Yes. The 16-person maximum includes adults, children, toddlers, and infants.
Yes. Bring light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks with secure lids or caps. Alcohol is not permitted except during designated railroad events.
Yes. Restrooms are available on the train and at South Woodstown Station.
Meeting details
South Woodstown Station, 650 Alloway-Woodstown Road, Woodstown, NJ
