It all goes down in Colorado.
Courtesy of Anthony D’Amato
Deep inthe San Juan Mountains of Coloradoa train rumbles down a mountain valley.
This year, it’s running on most days between Nov. 22 and Jan. 4, 2025.
Exterior of the PEX Durango Train’s Polar Express as it travels through snowy Colorado.Credit:Courtesy of Anthony D’Amato
Tickets are collected, train cars are boarded, and the fun begins.
The Polar Express three seating tiers coach, deluxe, and first-class are mainly distinguished by seat throw in.
Travelers booking a seat in the first-class car enjoy padded seating surrounding a table and specialty-themed Christmas decor.
A chef handing out hot cocoa the Polar Express passengers.Courtesy of Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Those traveling in deluxe or first-class get a souvenir mug and tote.
A chef on board reading from Polar Express book.Courtesy of Jerry Day
Santa walking around and passing out silver bells to the children on board.Courtesy of Austin White