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A three‑hour tasting aboard vintage Pullman cars between New Freedom and Seven Valleys
A Northern Central Railway excursion with Chateau de L'aurel pouring five tastings onboard; this guide explains what to expect, where to check in, and the coach options.
A three‑hour tasting aboard vintage Pullman cars between New Freedom and Seven Valleys.
Northern Central Railway invites Chateau de L'aurel Winery (Felton, PA) to pour aboard a roughly three‑hour excursion from New Freedom to Seven Valleys, where passengers sample five wines with a souvenir glass and enjoy mini charcuterie boards from New Freedom Roasting Co. & Deli before finishing the return with a full glass of wine.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Wine tasting en route with Chateau de L'aurel
Chateau de L'aurel comes aboard to pour five tastings for each passenger; the tasting is paired with small charcuterie boards and concludes with a full glass of wine as the train returns to the station.
Overland Trail lounge car: a vintage club‑lounge
The Overland Trail, a 1949 Pullman Standard 39‑seat club‑lounge car with a quarter‑circle bar and barbershop, provides a Streamline Moderne setting for the onboard tasting.
Pacific Trail chair car for a roomier ride
The Pacific Trail is a 44‑seat Pullman chair car originally delivered in 1950; used for second‑class travel, it offers ample legroom and onboard restrooms and is fully enclosed and air‑conditioned for comfort.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
Boarding at New Freedom, passengers settle into vintage Pullman cars for a leisurely 3‑hour round trip to Seven Valleys; Chateau de L'aurel pours five tastings while mini charcuterie boards circulate, and the tasting finishes with a full glass on the southbound run back to the station.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion suits — and who it doesn't.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion is approximately three hours long; passengers are asked to arrive 30 minutes before boarding for check‑in.
Passengers receive a souvenir glass, five wine tastings, and a mini charcuterie board from New Freedom Roasting Co. & Deli; designated drivers receive water, soft drinks, and snacks instead of tastings.
Both the Overland Trail lounge car and the Pacific Trail passenger car are enclosed and fully air‑conditioned.
Membership holders should call 717‑942‑2370 Ext. 102 to book half‑price tickets.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Wine & Cheese Express?
The train ride is approximately a three‑hour excursion.
Where do I check in for the train?
Please visit the Gift Shop at 117 North Front Street in New Freedom to check in and receive your tickets.
When should I arrive before departure?
Passengers are asked to arrive 30 minutes before boarding.
What does a ticket include?
Each passenger receives a souvenir glass, five wine tastings, and a mini charcuterie board; designated driver tickets include water, soft drinks, and snacks.
How do I get discounted membership tickets?
Membership holders should call 717‑942‑2370 Ext. 102 to book half‑price tickets.