This Wine-Themed Train In Cleveland Will Give You The Ride Of A Lifetime
By Nikki Rhoades|Published June 20, 2017
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad has long been coveted as a unique way to experience the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Their fleet travels throughout the natural scenery of the park, and their variety of themed excursions offer a number of lovely ways to enjoy the wildlife. This year, from summer through October, passengers over 21 are presented a particularly exciting opportunity to traverse through the wilderness.
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad is famous for taking visitors on the trip of a lifetime...
All wine tastings run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., so prepare your palate to be immersed for a few hours in grapey goodness while you plunge head-first into the wonders of the Northeast Ohio wilderness. Tickets range from around $60 to $100, depending on where you wish to sit, and commemorative glasses come with each ticket purchase.
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On June 24th, you can experience the flavors of Napa Valley Wines!
The train departs from Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge Street, Akron. During this epic excursion, you will sample five wines while enjoying catered appetizers.
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The Taste of Italy tour takes place July 15th, and you'll adore the imported flavors of this journey.
The train for this excursion departs from Rockside Station, 7900 Old Rockside Road, Independence. On this journey, you'll enjoy five delightful Italian wines and catered appetizers.
Prep your tastebuds to sample Wines from Down Under on August 5th!
Gather your best mates and take a trip to sample five different Australian wines, which, as with the other excursions, are paired with delectable appetizers. This train departs from Rockside Station.
Though you will only get five samples during this journey, the delicious flavors of the beverages and appetizers will have you singing, "Plus de vin s’il vous plaît!" (More wine, please!) This excursion departs from Akron Northside Station.
The final journey of wine season features Fall Wines, and it sets out on October 7th.
Keep warm and cozy in the cool autumn weather with some delicious wine samples and perfectly paired snacks! The final trip of 2017 departs from Rockside Station.
And, if you're a craft beer aficionado, you will adore the "Ales on Rails" Beer Tasting Excursions!
Craft beer samplings will take place July 1st, July 22nd, August 12th, September 9th, October 14th, and October 21st. This series offers flavors from local breweries as well as an Oktoberfest sampling and hard cider tasting. Mmm, sounds tasty!
Tickets are available for purchase now, so don't wait!
Remember, though, that you must be 21 or older to ride. Find tickets and additional details here.
Mmm, my taste buds are tingling! Few adventures beat the lovely simplicity of complex wine flavors paired with a casual train excursion through the wilderness. Have you ever taken a trip on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad? Tell us about your experience and share pictures if you have any!
If you’re in the mood for more local wine, check out these epic Ohio wineries that you simply must visit.
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