Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 4 mile round trip adventure over easy terrain with stunning scenery along the CT River all while enjoying the stunning New England fall weather.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9.5 mile round trip adventure with stunning scenery along the CT River all while enjoying the stunning New England fall weather.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 4 mile round trip adventure over easy terrain with stunning scenery along the CT River all while enjoying the stunning New England fall weather.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9.5 mile round trip adventure with stunning scenery along the CT River all while enjoying the stunning New England fall weather.