Guests on rail bikes at Rail Explorers in Boulder City, Nevada.
(Photo Courtesy of Rail Explorers)
ENJOY SOUTHERN NEVADA’S GORGEOUS FALL WEATHER
WITH RAIL EXPLORERS
Fall Tour Schedule Begins Sept. 7
WHAT:
Enjoy Southern Nevada’s most beautiful fall weather with Rail Explorers, the all-ages, outdoor-adventure attraction featuring pedal-powered rail bikes. All rides start at the Nevada State Railroad Museum and continue downhill to Railroad Pass. Each tour also includes a nostalgic ride back to the top of the hill in one of the museum’s historic trains, along with free museum entry.
Rail Explorers Las Vegas tours include three memorable options, including the Southwest Ramble, a four-mile downhill pedal-powered daytime ride; the Sunset Tour, a picturesque downhill ride in the evening as the sun sets behind the River Mountains; and the Evening Lantern Tour, a one-of-a-kind experience illuminated by the glow from the moon and stars.
WHEN:
With weather still hot in September, only Sunset and Evening Lantern Tours will be offered from Sept. 7 through 23. Through Oct. 11, the schedule will expand to include afternoon tours, with morning tours being added beginning Oct. 12. The full schedule follows, but check www.railexplorers.net for the latest information.
Sept. 7 – Sept. 23
6:30 p.m. Sunset Tour
8:30 p.m. Evening Lantern Tour
Sept. 24 – Oct. 11
4 p.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
6 p.m. Sunset Tour
8 p.m. Evening Lantern Ride Tour
10 p.m. Friday and Saturday Evening Lantern Ride Tour
Oct. 12 – Nov. 19
9:30 a.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
11:30 a.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
1:30 p.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
3:30 p.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
5:30 p.m. Sunset Tour
7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday Evening Lantern Ride Tour
Nov. 20 – Nov. 29
9:30 a.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
11:30 a.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
1:30 p.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
3:30 p.m. Southwest Ramble Tour
5:30 p.m. Sunset Tour
7:30 p.m. Evening Lantern Ride Tour
Tours are subject to change so check the website for official times.
COST:
A tandem rail bike for two starts at $85.
A quad rail bike for four guests starts at $150.
Groups of ten or more people receive a 10 percent discount for weekday tours. All Nevada residents receive a 10 percent “locals” discount off the standard tour price for weekday tours.
Book online today at www.railexplorers.net, or by phone at (877) 833-8588.
Health and Safety Notes: Rail Explorers requires that all guests on premises adhere to social distancing protocols to protect guests and employees from COVID-19. Guests will need to wear facial masks when in public areas and must remain six feet apart. Rail Explorers will additionally request that each guest answer health safety screening questions upon entrance. Rail bikes are thoroughly disinfected and cleaned between tours. Hand sanitizing stations are available to guests and are located throughout the facility. For more information on Rail Explorers Social Distancing protocol, click here.
ABOUT:
Located in historic Boulder City, Nevada—just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip en route to Hoover Dam—Rail Explorers offers exhilarating, guided excursions in two- or four-seat rail bikes along the same tracks used during construction of the dam.
Rail Explorers Las Vegas tours include three memorable options, including the Southwest Ramble, a four-mile downhill pedal-powered daytime ride; the Sunset Tour, a picturesque downhill ride in the evening as the sun sets behind the River Mountains; and the Evening Lantern Ride, a one-of-a-kind experience illuminated by the glow from the moon and stars. All rides start at the Nevada State Railroad Museum and continue downhill to Railroad Pass. Each tour also includes a nostalgic ride back to the top of the hill in one of the museum’s historic trains, along with free museum entry. Knowledgeable guides lead every Rail Explorers tour, ensuring guests enjoy not only the majestic desert scenery, but also learn fascinating insights along the way. Rail bikes provide a truly distinctive way to explore this extraordinarily scenic and historic area.