Mt. Rainier Railroad Unveils 2019 Ticket Prices and Weekend Excursion, Special Events Schedule

ELBE, Wash. - May 14, 2019 - PRLog -- The Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum (MRRR)™, which offers distinctive year-round rail experiences and special events to passengers of all ages in the beautiful, forested foothills near Mt. Rainier National Park, today unveiled its standard and first-class ticket prices, full weekend excursion schedule, and expanded special events calendar for 2019.

The railroad also announced tickets are now on sale for all regular excursions and most special events through its website at http://mtrainierrailroad.com, or by calling the MRRR's reservations hotline at (360) 492-6000.

The MRRR kicks off its 2019 operations on May 25-26 with twice-daily excursions to Mineral. Beginning the first weekend in July, and continuing almost every weekend through the end of September, the railroad will offer two daily excursions every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The company's exciting special events collection begins Sat., June 15 with the first of three Rails to Ales craft beer experiences. In 2019, the Hard Cider Express takes place on Sat., Aug. 10, while later in the month on August 31, the railroad stages its first of three Washington Wine Express trips. This unique, immersive culinary and viticultural experience features award-winning vintages from a diverse array of Washington wineries, and the opportunity for guests to directly interact with the vintners who produce these delicious varietals. Finally, the MRRR concludes its 2019 schedule with two highly-popular, family-oriented holiday events:  the PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express and THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride.

"In preparation for the beginning of the 2019 season, the Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum has expanded the railroad's portfolio of special events to creatively cater to a broader section of guests with myriad interests," said Bethan Maher, general manager of the Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum. "We anticipate this strategy, coupled with the railroad's beautiful weekend excursions to Mineral, will enable a greater cross-section of guests, from all over the country, to experience the fun, beauty, and history of the MRRR in new and exciting ways."

2019 Ticket Prices, Discounts and Classes of Service
In 2019, MRRR guests can purchase first-class tickets for $54.00 per person for adults, and standard-class tickets for $41.00 per person for adults. For children ages 3-11, first-class tickets are $34.00 per person, and standard-class tickets are $21.00 per person. Children two years of age and under are free. All fares are subject to a $3.00 booking fee per ticket. Parking is $4.00 per vehicle.

The railroad extends special standard-class discounts to seniors and active-duty and retired military personnel, and lower rates for youth riders ages 3-11. Restrictions apply. All of the MRRR's hot deals and promo codes can be found at http://mtrainierrailroad.com/hot-deals.

The MRRR's 2019 fares are as follows:

Adult (Ages:  12 and Up)
First Class:  $54.00
Standard Class:  $41.00

Youth (Ages:  3-11)
First Class:  $34.00
Standard Class:  $21.00

Tots (Ages:  2 and Under):  Free

The MRRR's first-class service aboard a luxury 1940's-era vintage Milwaukee Road passenger car includes assigned seating with a reserved table or booth; dedicated guest service attendants; climate-controlled air conditioning and heating; and complimentary beverages and snacks for each passenger. The railroad's standard-class service aboard 1950's-era Tacoma passenger railcars offers reserved seating in climate-controlled environments and comfortable front-facing upholstered seats in paired rows.

All ticket prices for special events, such as the Washington Wine Express, Hard Cider Express, and THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, vary. Guests are encouraged to check the MRRR's website and social media platforms for specific event pricing.

2019 Weekend Excursion and Special Events Schedule
The MRRR's complete 2019 excursion and special events schedule, which is subject to change, is as follows:

Regular Weekend Excursions:  May 25 – Sept. 29
Washington Wine Express:  Aug. 31, Sept. 14 and Oct. 5
Rails to Ales:  June 15, July 20 and Sept. 28
Hard Cider Express:  Aug. 10
PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express: Oct. 12-13, 19-20 and 26-27
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride:
Nov. 22-24, 27, and 29-30 and Dec. 1, -5-8, 11-24, and 26-31