Holiday Lights Express Train Ride 27
Step aboard a 100-year-old heated passenger coach, beautifully decorated and illuminated with thousands of sparkling holiday lights. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of your seat as the train travels through the valley on a 60-minute evening excursion.
December 11, 2027 (Saturday)
Holiday Lights Express Train Ride
& Dinner at Golden Corral Buffet
Wilmington, Delaware
All aboard for a magical holiday evening! Join Gunther Tours for a festive journey aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad’s Holiday Lights Express, where the spirit of the season comes alive along the Red Clay Valley. Step aboard a 100-year-old heated passenger coach, beautifully decorated and illuminated with thousands of sparkling holiday lights. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of your seat as the train travels through the valley on a 60-minute evening excursion. Along the way, you will enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season, including trackside homes and yards decorated especially for passengers to enjoy. Your train is powered by a historic first-generation diesel locomotive, adding to the nostalgia and charm of this special holiday experience. Before boarding the train, we will gather for a delicious buffet dinner at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Elkton, Maryland. Enjoy an extensive selection of all-you-can-eat American favorites, along with fresh salad and dessert bars — plenty of choices to satisfy everyone. Make this holiday season a little brighter! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful combination of good food, holiday lights, and nostalgic train travel. This festive excursion is sure to put you in the holiday spirit and create memories you will enjoy long after the train ride is over. Reserve your place aboard the Holiday Lights Express today!
Day 1
All aboard for a magical holiday evening! Join Gunther Tours for a festive journey aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad's Holiday Lights Express, where the spirit of the season comes alive along the Red Clay Valley. Step aboard a 100-year-old heated passenger coach, beautifully decorated and illuminated with thousands of sparkling holiday lights. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of your seat as the train travels through the valley on a 60-minute evening excursion. Along the way, you will enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season, including trackside homes and yards decorated especially for passengers to enjoy. Your train is powered by a historic first-generation diesel locomotive, adding to the nostalgia and charm of this special holiday experience. Before boarding the train, we will gather for a delicious buffet dinner at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Elkton, Maryland. Enjoy an extensive selection of all-you-can-eat American favorites, along with fresh salad and dessert bars - plenty of choices to satisfy everyone. Make this holiday season a little brighter! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful combination of good food, holiday lights, and nostalgic train travel. This festive excursion is sure to put you in the holiday spirit and create memories you will enjoy long after the train ride is over. Reserve your place aboard the Holiday Lights Express today!
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December 11, 2027 (Saturday)
Holiday Lights Express Train Ride
& Dinner at Golden Corral Buffet
Wilmington, Delaware
Price: $150.00
Price: $145.00 (Senior Ages 60+)
Price: $140.00 (Child Ages 5-12)
Deposit: $25.00/PP
Balance Due: October 28, 2027
Depart Return
Gunther 12:00 PM 9:00 PM
White Marsh 12:45 PM 8:15 PM
Abingdon 1:15 PM 7:45 PM
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Park and Ride | I-95 at Exit 77-B - Rt 24 and Rt 924 Enter off of Woodsdale Rd. | View |
| Gunther Charters | Gunther's - 7443 Shipley Ave. Harmans, MD (GPS) Lot C off of Shipley Ave. | View |
| White Marsh | White Marsh Park and Ride 8476 Honeygo Blvd., White Marsh, MD (refer to GPS) | View |
