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Our 2023 Valentine’s Special has sold out! Tickets for our 2023 regular season go on sale February 17 at 10am EST!
February 10-14
Ride the rails in mid-century elegance with your special someone! Join Hudson River Rail Excursions for our very first special train: the Valentine’s Special.
“Your arrival is an event!” - New York Central ad ,1942
This journey is all-inclusive, with wine and food served in a tasting menu format. You will savor a series of small plates and wine pairings as you savor the one-of-a-kind panorama of the passing Hudson River. For this limited engagement, enjoy the same level of first-class service in either of our two historic rail cars: the Tavern-Lounge No. 43 or the world-famous Hickory Creek.
A tasting menu is a grand adventure for your tastebuds. As smaller plates are passed with an expertly paired glass of wine, you'll be able to taste, touch and experience different foods as we glide along the Hudson River. Each course will bring a new experience to your gastronomy starting with a cheese course and ending with a sensual dessert for two. This is the perfect opportunity to share a unique experience with the one you adore.
What’s Included
Hudson River Rail Excursions provides and all-inclusive journey. Your journey begins at Amtrak’s Moynihan Train Hall where guests have special access to the Metropolitan Lounge, and the complimentary breakfast and amenities within. On board, all food and beverages are included in your price of your ticket. Unlike our standard Hudson River Rail Excursions, all passengers in either car will be treated to the same first-class experience. The only difference between cars is the seating arrangement. Passengers will be served at their seat throughout the trip.
Menu to be announced. A vegetarian option will be available.
SEATING OPTIONS
Hickory Creek
$399.00 per peson, Plus 6% Ticketing Fee (Sold in groups of two)
Passengers aboard the Hickory Creek will enjoy the breathtaking rear view from the Hickory Creek as our train skates along the Hudson River. This car was the rearmost - and most exclusive - car on the 20th Century Limited. It features the signature “Lookout Lounge,” designed with oversized picture windows meant for the one-of-a-kind view of the Hudson River. Today, the car features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a fully-functional kitchen, and seating for up to 25.
Tavern-Lounge No. 43
$299.00 per person, Plus 6% Ticketing Fee (Sold in groups of two)
Passengers aboard the Tavern-Lounge No. 43 will have the option of comfortable lounge chairs or cozy booth seating. The Tavern Lounge No. 43 harkens back to when travel was a social activity. Passengers traveling long distances could head to the lounge to spend time away from their designated bedrooms or coach seats to relax, drink, and socialize with their fellow travelers. Today, the this car is used just as it was in the 1940s, with first-class service and a beautiful view of the passing Hudson River.
About Our Chef
Laura Stantz is an experienced railroad chef, creative, and adventurer, with a passion for classic rail travel. She has cooked aboard historic railroad cars from coast to coast, specializing in doing so while her kitchen is moving at 100 miles per hour. Stantz is also a nationally-published quilt pattern designer and brings that creative flair to the kitchen.
Itinerary
10:00
The journey begins in Penn Station’s Moynihan Train Hall. Passengers will have exclusive access to Amtrak’s brand new Metropolitan Lounge.
11:20
The Hudson River Rail Excursion departs New York Penn Station.
Passengers will begin with a reception wine, followed by three courses and wine pairings.
1:50
The train arrives at Amtrak’s Albany-Renssalaer station. All passengers disembark while the train turns around for the return trip.
Passengers are welcome to wait at the station or find transportation into Albany during this layover.
4:30
The excursion departs Albany-Rennsalaer for the return trip to New York City.
Passengers will be treated to another three courses and wine pairings as the sun sets along the Hudson.
7:05
The excursion concludes in New York Penn Station