TRUSTWORTHY TRAVEL

Gettysburg Rails & Tales

Saturday, May 23, 2026

photo: destinationgettysburg.com

Step back in time as you ride the Gettysburg Excursion Railway through the picturesque valleys of Adams County. Featuring renovated 1950s-era Budd-built cars transformed into luxury passenger coaches, the Gettysburg Railway invites guests to enjoy a first-class train ride over rolling hills and peaceful fields.
The tour immerses guests in captivating storytelling about the Battle of Gettysburg, while also highlighting historical points of interest and showcasing the modern use of the railroad. Travel alongside the battlefield, past the Eternal Peace Light Memorial, and into the open countryside on a delightful round-trip journey from the historic 1884 Gettysburg train depot on Washington Street.

Continue your journey into history with a visit to the Eisenhower National Historic Site, where you can explore the home and farm of the former president. After decades of service, sacrifice, and global leadership, Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower finally found their home in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. From Ike’s early days training tank troops on the battlefield to his later years as a victorious five-star general and President of the United States, Gettysburg remained a place of deep personal meaning. Their 189-acre farm became a retreat where a sitting president welcomed world leaders—and later, a long-awaited retirement filled with peace and reflection. Visit the Eisenhower Farm and step into the only home the Eisenhowers ever owned.

Eisenhower Farmhouse, Gettysburg PA ~ photo: nps.gov


Afterwards, embark on a 2-hour guided tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield with a licensed guide, stopping at notable sites such as Little Round Top and the iconic Pennsylvania Memorial, the largest monument at the Gettysburg National Military Park.

Pricing: $259 per Adult * $195 per Child ages 5-12 * $25 pp deposit

Tour Includes:

  • Scenic ride aboard the Gettysburg Excursion Railway
  • Visit the Eisenhower National Historic Site and Farmhouse
  • Guided Battlefield Tour with a licensed Gettysburg guide
  • Free time in downtown Gettysburg for lunch and exploring
  • Dinner buffet at the Farmhouse Restaurant at The Barn
  • Motorcoach transportation & Professional Tour Director
The Pennsylvania Memorial, Gettysburg, PA ~ photo: nps.gov