Step aboard one of New York’s most unique train rides and experience the beauty of rural lake country from the comfort of beautifully restored vintage passenger cars that made the state famous. Departing from Waterloo, New York, and surrounding areas, the FINGER LAKES RAIL EXPERIENCE offers scenic railroad excursions along Cayuga Lake through rolling vineyards, charming lakeside communities, and some of the most picturesque landscapes in the Northeast.

Choose from comfortable coach seating, Premium Class lounges, elegant First Class accommodations, private suites, and exclusive charter experiences aboard historic railroad passenger cars from the golden age of American rail travel. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, a wine country escape, or a special celebration, every journey combines breathtaking scenery with timeless hospitality.

Throughout the season, enjoy a variety of themed excursions including wine trains, dinner trains, fall foliage excursions, holiday trains, and special events that showcase the best of the Finger Lakes.

From the legendary observation car Hickory Creek, once part of the famed 20th Century Limited, to beautifully restored New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad passenger cars, every trip offers a chance to experience railroad history in motion.

Step aboard one of New York’s homegrown railroad destinations — where the hospitality is as warm as the welcome, the scenery is as remarkable as the wine, and every journey is worth savoring.