Delaware River Railroad Excursions
Delaware River Railroad Excursions
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Angela L
Hackensack, NJ7 contributions
Jun 2021
Met several mixed age family members here on Father’s Day for a really good time. True, as some reviewers have noted, the locomotive is not steam driven but the one used is still impressive to stand next to and it pulls the old fashioned passenger cars just fine. True, not all of the windows could be opened in the cars (and it was a hot day) but we dressed accordingly and no one seemed awfully uncomfortable. Definitely try the $5.00 Mine tour for the kids especially if you have any rock collectors. Included is a bag of sand that you use to pan for “gems” (and such) in the mine’s water sluice. Buried within our bag of sand, we found many different kinds of rocks, gem slivers, and even a shark’s tooth. After the outing we all went to the new ice cream parlor “Melt” right up on Main Street. You don’t even have to move your car.
We had some nice views of the Delaware River and some interesting historical narration given by the train’s tour guide - like the old stone kilns embedded in the hillside.
This train ride is a very casual, pleasant excursion into the past and it compares very well to other historical train rides I have taken. If you live in the area, give it a try! It’s well worth the money.
We had some nice views of the Delaware River and some interesting historical narration given by the train’s tour guide - like the old stone kilns embedded in the hillside.
This train ride is a very casual, pleasant excursion into the past and it compares very well to other historical train rides I have taken. If you live in the area, give it a try! It’s well worth the money.
Written July 7, 2021
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AdventuresomeCouple
Shillington, PA188 contributions
May 2022
The train ride is 7 miles round trip. They stop at a winery and gem mining locations for those that purchased additional tickets. They stop and pick you up on the next train ride. The train ride was an enjoyable experience. The train follows the Delaware River and although the foliage is in bloom and makes it hard to see the river it is still scenic. The train also passes by some old lime kilns. One of the conductors was enjoyable to listen to talking about the area. We were the only people at the gem mining until the second train arrived. The crew made the activity fun. They were extremely personable. During the Fall they have a corn maze next to it that we were told gets packed.
Written May 31, 2022
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gnachonj
Union, NJ116 contributions
Oct 2021
I understand some negative reviews. The ride is pleasant but not spectacular. The station and area around the station aren't well maintained. The train is run by one paid employee and the rest of the crew are all volunteers who are well versed in the train and area. Some windows were blotched so you do need to find a seat where the view is unobstructed. I'd skip the extra "mine" tour. Others complained about the "wine" tour. The ride is about 90 minutes. The view of the Delaware river is very nice. Folks seemed to really enjoy the "Polar Express" ride with characters including Mr and Mrs Claus. We took the Halloween ride. I believe each ride is basically the same. The ride is about 90 minutes round trip.
Written November 1, 2021
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JKo
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May 2021
Huge rip off! I traveled 2 hrs to get there. No steam train, it was diesel and now that I read reviews (after the fact) I see they have been using excuses that their steam train is in repair or maintenance. Really??? For years now?
After a boring regular train ride (just like metro north or the lirr) we had to ride on a children’s yellow school bus that was too small for adults. Bumpy as heck and my seat smelled like puke! We were forced to drink only the 5 wines they chose for us and we had to do this outside in the wind & cold. Only the ppl who drive there get to use the inside tasting room. The wine train tastes outside which not in the online description. We were rushed thru the tasting with the owner talking & quizzing us the whole time. I wanted to chat with the group I was with. Then you have to buy your wine bottle(s) and back to the school bus on a very rigid time schedule. No time to enjoy the wine at your own pace, (you got 1 glass and if you didn’t finish buy the time the next pour came for the next tasting you had to dump it out), no time to look around, possibly shop, etc. We spent more time on the train & bus than at the winery. Oh and the wine was bot impressive. NOT a good experience at all. Save your time & money.
After a boring regular train ride (just like metro north or the lirr) we had to ride on a children’s yellow school bus that was too small for adults. Bumpy as heck and my seat smelled like puke! We were forced to drink only the 5 wines they chose for us and we had to do this outside in the wind & cold. Only the ppl who drive there get to use the inside tasting room. The wine train tastes outside which not in the online description. We were rushed thru the tasting with the owner talking & quizzing us the whole time. I wanted to chat with the group I was with. Then you have to buy your wine bottle(s) and back to the school bus on a very rigid time schedule. No time to enjoy the wine at your own pace, (you got 1 glass and if you didn’t finish buy the time the next pour came for the next tasting you had to dump it out), no time to look around, possibly shop, etc. We spent more time on the train & bus than at the winery. Oh and the wine was bot impressive. NOT a good experience at all. Save your time & money.
Written May 13, 2021
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Lin C
Mahwah, NJ1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
Terrible experience. We rode the Thomas train. The view is boring, but what’s worse is the staff’s attitude. One train personnel hugged every kid in front of us, and we were sitting in the last row, waiting for our turn. When he was walking toward our seat, my 3-year old son stood up, wanted to say hi and get hugged as well. He caught a glimpse of my son, but ignored him and walked to the next train car to talk to other kids! My son was looking at him all the time, so how could he ignore us and pretend nothing happened? If you ran out of time and had to rush to the next train car, I understand, but at least you should say Hi to the little kid! Even a quick hand gesture would be much better. We drove 1.5 hours to this place to expect some interactions with my little one, not to be treated and ignored in this way.
Written August 13, 2022
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Vacation824792
2 contributions
Oct 2020
I took my sons (ages 2 and 5) on the pumpkin train yesterday. This is an absolute WASTE of money!!! They ask you to be there 1/2 hour before the start time. The train was supposed to depart at 3:30. We boarded the train around 3:50 and then The train didn’t depart until 4pm. So we waited for an hour by the tracks in an area the was full with bugs swatting around us and the other customers.
Then an announcement was made that families sits two rows away from each other. We got on the train and followed those instructions. However, many didn’t and not one of the conductors enforced it or sled people to move. A family sat 1 row behind us. We asked them to move and they didn’t. We should have just gotten off cause it gets worse from there.
On the way to the pumpkin patch, the train stops to pick up a very large group of people who did the winery and corn maze trains. The train sat there for 20 minutes while all the passengers were lining up and slowly boarding the train.
Then on to the pumpkin patch where you literally get off the train for 5 minutes and pick out a small pumpkin. From there the train returns to the station, again people not adhering to the the sit two rows apart rule with no enforcement.
This was “Train ride” was complete disappointment.
Then an announcement was made that families sits two rows away from each other. We got on the train and followed those instructions. However, many didn’t and not one of the conductors enforced it or sled people to move. A family sat 1 row behind us. We asked them to move and they didn’t. We should have just gotten off cause it gets worse from there.
On the way to the pumpkin patch, the train stops to pick up a very large group of people who did the winery and corn maze trains. The train sat there for 20 minutes while all the passengers were lining up and slowly boarding the train.
Then on to the pumpkin patch where you literally get off the train for 5 minutes and pick out a small pumpkin. From there the train returns to the station, again people not adhering to the the sit two rows apart rule with no enforcement.
This was “Train ride” was complete disappointment.
Written October 19, 2020
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gnacho
Union, NJ1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Couples
Beat up train. Boring ride. Whatever they were explaining over the loud speaker couldn’t be heard. I asked one of the train personnel during the ride if it could be made louder but he said it would then be too loud in some parts. He said people are talking and that’s why we can’t hear. Some of that was true. I moved my seat three times but it didn’t matter where you sat you just couldn’t hear the loudspeaker well. I also had tics for the mine but someone told me it’s a 10 minute excursion and then you wait an hour for the train to return and take you back. If you like train rides you might get something out of this but it’s not a great station or waiting area. Folks seem to like the Polar Express with the characters they include on the train including mr and mrs Santa Claus so if you do hace the urge to visit try that one.
Written October 31, 2021
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vacation06Mexico
Burlington, NJ30 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The train ride was boring! There were some decent views of the river but I could have seen the same thing driving in my town and I could have saved $60. The rest of the views were people’s back yards, run down houses, shed, RV’s, and chicken coops. There was no AC on the train and just had fans and open windows. I don’t think it was a steam engine.
And I drove 3 hours for this?? Disappointing!
And I drove 3 hours for this?? Disappointing!
Written August 23, 2020
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JoeSchwartz
National Park, NJ663 contributions
Jun 2021
My wife and I took this train ride yesterday. Very disappointing. A very old and in bad shape boarding area. Picnic tables falling apart and dirty. Diesel train not steam. Very slow ride. Veiws of the Delaware river were not very good. We got to see a bunch of delapadated back yards. On to a yellow school bus for a bumpy ride to the winery over very tight roads . The owner of the winery came on board and gave us a speil about the winery. He talked as we went through 5 rushed tastings. Then rush to order wines. We would rather relax with a glass of wine. Never mind the speech. Wine was only average. Very disappointed. Not worth the expeirence. We are from South Jersey and it is close to a 2 hour drive to get there.
Written June 13, 2021
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Katalin D
1 contribution
May 2021
I drove 2 hours from NY for my son's birthday, thinking we are going to see a steam train as it was advertised. He was really excited until he saw it was a diesel. The ride is slow, boring. The "mine tour" is about 10 minutes, you was your gems and done...but you have to wait an hour for the train to come back. Waste of money, I would not recommend this.
Written May 10, 2021
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Cosmopolitan742114
2 contributions
Has anyone been able to take legal action again the DRRE? Does being non-profit exempt them from not posting policies regarding refunds or exchanges?
Erin D
Emmaus, PA4 contributions
I bought tickets to take my 4 yr old niece on the Polar Express but they are upper level. I have come to find out that not everything goes on at the upper level so now I'm worried we will be disappointed and she will miss out. Is this the case?
ann7183
Hazlet, NJ46 contributions
Upper level gets the same hot cocoa and cookie as the lower level. Santa does not go up there but you can come down to take a pic with him I believe. You will still hear and see everything. When we went the upper level people got to come down I guess some seats on the lower level were vacant. When in doubt just ask
Jamie
2 contributions
Has anyone purchased professional photos from The Polar Express Train ride? If so, did you think the photos were worth it? Are there any other photo ops besides with Santa on the train. Just trying to decide if I should pre-purchase to get the discount or just take our own pics. Thanks!
PATTYK61
Catasauqua, PA5 contributions
I have not. You can take your own pictures.
Trying to locate tickets I have purchased for polar express
Jamie
2 contributions
You can call 877-872-4674 between 12 and 6 pm to speak to someone
I'm taking my three kids (age 3 and 1) to the great pumpkin train ride this weekend. I was hoping to have a great day but from some of the reviews I'm starting to second guess it. Can anyone tell me if it's really worth it? I know all the farmsand orchards are going to be a crowded mess this weekend.
Jayteedee1961
Brick, NJ22 contributions
I think you will be fine. when we went there was alot of small kids. everything as it gets close to Halloween is going to be crowded. the kids will have fun
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