The terrain to Santa Fe was so difficult that laying main line tracks became impossible. A branch line from Lamy New Mexico served as the only link by rail route. From 1873 onwards the first tracks reached the Colorado state line. Thereafter the scenario changed gradually and trains began operating from Santa Fe to Chicago, California, Los Angeles, New Mexico, Illinois, Missouri and many other cities. Today trains are a major mode of communication.
Santa Fe trains offer both passenger and freight services. Divided into northern and southern zones the Santa Fe trains have become a major provider of sight seeing entertainment to visitors. When they criss-cross the country the beauty of the vast green lands or parched sight of deserts unfold as spectacular sights to visitors.
Some special trains services:
Scenic day Train: All year round.
Riding in comfort on vintage rail cars one can see and feel the subtle beauty of the high desert. It is a four hour trip from the historic depot in Santa Fe to Lamy, a sleepy village 18 miles away. The train runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Ticket prices are based on the available classes.
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The three main classes available are Coach Class, Silver Class and Dome Class.
Holiday Trains: Spring, Summer and Winter.
A journey by this train is always a memorable experience. With a ride one can witness the bounties of the spring season or the splendor of the winter or the sunshine of the summer in Santa Fe. On Saturday nights there is the Barbeque train which has barbeque and live music.
Hot Shot Trains:
These are short trains. They run on Sundays and on other days depending on the season. The train leaves from the Historic Depot in the heart of Santa Fe and travels down to the rim of the Galisteo Basin for a wide view from this interesting geologic uplift. It returns to Santa Fe after a brief stop. Snacks, cold and soft drinks are available on board.
Friday Evening High Desert High Ball:
A two hour journey on Fridays, from may to October. The train travels 13 miles south east and stops in its tracks to enable people have a view of the sights.
With such splendid train services one can explore Santa Fe to the hilt.
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