Sunset & Suds: Two Hours Through Clewiston’s Sugarcane as Day Bleeds to Night

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Sunset & Suds: Two Hours Through Clewiston’s Sugarcane as Day Bleeds to Night

An adults-only, two-hour Sugar Express excursion from Clewiston that times the ride for sunset, pairing scenic sugarcane views with an onboard bar and a range of seating options.

Sunset & Suds: Two Hours Through Clewiston’s Sugarcane as Day Bleeds to Night.

Duration
2 Hours
Location
Clewiston
Operator
Sugar Express
Category
Train
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Step aboard the Sugar Express Sunset & Suds and settle in for a two-hour, adults-only run through South Central Florida’s sugarcane country. Departing late afternoon from Clewiston, the ride is timed for optimal evening light as guests enjoy views of farmland, the rhythm of the rails behind diesel locomotives, and onboard drink service designed to make the fading day feel deliberately unhurried.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Sugarcane Country at Sunset

The excursion winds through rural farmland, offering broad, late-afternoon light across sugarcane fields as the train moves without a fixed destination—the landscape and the fading sun are the point of the journey.

THE BAR

Onboard Drinks & The Tipsy Horseshoe

Guests can purchase beer, wine and curated cocktails from The Tipsy Horseshoe bar onboard; beverages are offered for purchase during the ride to complement the evening atmosphere.

THE CARS

Open Air to Private Pullman Comfort

Seating ranges from bench-style Open Air cars with sweeping views to climate-controlled Deluxe Coach, several First Class options that include appetizers and light refreshments, and a private Pullman car that accommodates groups up to 14.

What the day feels like

What the Evening Feels Like

Departing Clewiston in the late afternoon, the two-hour Sunset & Suds moves through sugarcane country as the light softens. Guests ride behind diesel locomotives, choose from open-air benches, climate-controlled coaches or first-class accommodations, and unwind with drinks purchased onboard while the train’s steady motion and the changing sky set the evening’s tempo.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this ride suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Adults 21+This excursion is reserved for guests aged 21 and over; it is specifically designed as an adults-only evening experience.
2
Groups & Private PartiesGroups can book dedicated space, including a private Pullman business car for up to 14 guests and a First Class Table package that accommodates four guests.
3
Railfans & SightseersSightseers and rail enthusiasts can opt for the Open Air Car with bench-style seating and broad views—ideal for photography and experiencing historic railroading sounds.
4
Comfort SeekersPassengers wanting climate control and reversible seating can choose Deluxe Coach or First Class options that include appetizers and light refreshments in select cars.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Beverages are available for purchase onboard; the operator accepts credit and debit cards only for onboard purchases.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Sunset & Suds excursion?

The ride lasts two hours.

Where does the train depart from?

Departures are from Sugar Express in Clewiston.

Are drinks included with my ticket?

Drinks are available for purchase onboard; payment is by credit or debit card only. Some First Class options include appetizers and light refreshments, but drinks remain available for purchase.

Is there an age restriction?

Yes — seating is reserved for guests 21 and over.

Can I purchase an individual ticket for the First Class Table package?

No — the First Class Table package accommodates four guests and individual tickets cannot be added to that package.

What seating options are available?

Options include Open Air Car bench seating with 360-degree views, climate-controlled Deluxe Coach, several First Class configurations with appetizers and light refreshments, and a private Pullman car for groups up to 14.