In the refurbished coaches, you'll relax in style amidst the gleaming polished wood, luxurious velour upholstery and lovely table settings. However, the real show is outside your window. All tables are centered beneath oversized windows and provide an excellent view of the passing landscape. After dark, lights mounted on the train's exterior illuminate the scenery in a warm, mesmerizing glow. The vintage train travels through the countryside at about 25 miles per hour.
Excursions follow one of two routes.
In its fourth season, the Grand Traverse Dinner Train has set itself apart as a major attraction in the Traverse City region. Unlike similar dinner train operations, upscale cuisine is cooked to order on board. Entr e selections include beef, poultry, fish and the house specialty, filet mignon. Two cash bars provide a selection of your favorite cocktails and a comprehensive selection of wines. This opportunity to relive the golden era of rail travel is appealing to growing numbers of vacationers.