You have three ticket options, coach, first-class and presidential. We opted for Presidential. It was $115.95 per person. It was a luxury Pullman car with very comfortable seating. While we were traveling between Meredith and Plymouth on the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad we were served drinks and snacks and entertained with live entertainment.
The train leaves Meredith at 11 a.m. and arrives shortly after noon in Plymouth+. .A buffet lunch is served at the Common Man Inn. It included three entrees, turkey, lasagna and vegetarian stir fry. The soup was on the table when we arrived along with rolls and butter and some brownies and cookies. All of it was good, not great but good. You will have time to wander around a little before getting back on the train.
On the return trip, we got an apple to eat and a choice of drinks. We also stopped and got off the train in Ashland. While this sounds like a good idea with costumed interpreters in the tiny station, when an entire trainload of people disembarks at the same time, it is not possible to see anything or really enjoy the stop.
The views from the train are lovely, the staff is friendly and caring and the entertainment was wonderful. This is a very enjoyable way to spend four hours. Several shorter less expensive options are available. To check tickets and availability click here.
Things you will see include Lake Winona, a deer farm and some very high tressels. If you are looking for a great way to spend a fall weekend, I highly recommend this trip.
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