Almost Heaven West Virginia 2024

Travel through the rugged West Virginia mountains to the picturesque town of Cass which has remained unchanged since its founding in 1901. Here, board the Cass Scenic Railroad for a ride to Bald Knob, the third highest point in the state. Feel the rumble and hear the hiss of the restored steam locomotive as you travel up the mountain, through two switchbacks to view the open fields and Whitaker Station. Enjoy your sack lunch as you climb the mountain. Then, check in to your hotel for the next two nights. Tonight, dinner is included at Halliehurst Mansion. Built in 1890 by oil and timber baron Stephen Benton Elkins, the mansion features a wrap-around porch and is punctuated with towers, turrets, dormers and chimneys. Meals: B, Box Lunch, D

Travel to Cass this morning to board West Virginia’s newest scenic train. Enjoy an exciting excursion into the wilderness of the Greenbrier River Valley aboard the Greenbrier Wilderness Train. Be on the lookout for the bald eagles, osprey, black bears and coyotes which inhabit the area. Enjoy your included lunch onboard the train. Cross to the next valley filled with satellite dishes. This is the Green Bank Observatory where you will tour the facility. Dinner tonight includes live entertainment of the Tribute to Musical Legends Dinner Show at the Gandy Dancer Theater where performers pay tribute to Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and Johnny Cash. Meals: B, Box Lunch, D

This morning climb aboard the New Tygart Flyer for a wilderness excursion. The Flyer climbs along the cascading Shavers Fork of the Cheat River to the High Falls, accessible only by train. There is also a unique “S” curve tunnel, a bridge and unspoiled mountain views. A box lunch is included on the train. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at Hofbrauhaus, featuring delicious food served in a fun German atmosphere. Meals: B, Box Lunch, D

Travel home today filled with your West Virginia memories. Meal: B