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All aboard: Fall excursion in the Shenandoah Valley offers immersive experience by train

Crystal Graham
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The Virginia Scenic Railway is owned and operated by the Buckingham Branch Railroad. Photos by Kate Simon.

The Virginia Scenic Railway is now taking reservations for its fall foliage excursions.

From Staunton, the Alleghany Special travels westbound and the Blue Ridge Flyer travels eastbound.

The scenic railway was named one of the “20 Most Scenic Train Rides in the South” by Southern Living.

Trains operate Thursday through Sunday.

The fall excursion offers a unique way to explore the Shenandoah Valley while enjoying a delicious meal.

Tickets are $120 per person and includes a bistro-style meal. Dining cars offer tabletop meal service and onboard narration. The new fall menu includes turkey, pulled pork barbecue and chili. Vegetarian options are also available.

Information is available online at virginiascenicrailway.com

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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