About This Tour
Appalachian Express
Journey through the heart of Appalachia on an unforgettable adventure filled with scenic railroads, mountain landscapes, historic resorts, and charming small towns. From Chattanooga’s famous Incline Railway and Tennessee River cruise to the legendary Cass Scenic Railroad and the mountain wilderness of West Virginia, this unique tour celebrates the rich railroad heritage and natural beauty of the region.
Along the way, enjoy memorable experiences including Rock City Gardens, the elegant Greenbrier Resort and its fascinating Cold War Bunker Tour, Appalachian music and entertainment, and visits to Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpieces, Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob. With beautiful scenery, historic trains, wonderful dining, and relaxing overnight stays throughout, The Appalachian Express from Chattanooga to Cumberland is a rail and mountain getaway unlike any other.
Your Tour at a Glance
Tour Highlights Include
Fully Customizable Programs
Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre
Coker Museum
Southern Belle River Cruise
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
Rock City Gardens
Chattanooga Choo Choo
Guided Chattanooga City Tour
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum & Train Ride Excursion
O. Winston Link & Roanoke History Museum
Greenbrier Bunker Tour
Railyard Event & Conference Center Show
Mountain Rail West Virginia
Western Virginia Railroad Museum
Cass Whitaker Station Train Ride
Frank Lloyd Wright's Kentuck Knob
Fallingwater
Steam Locomotive Excursion & Luncheon
Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.
Every Program Built Around Your Group
At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.
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