All Aboard the Reindeer Express

Highlights

Description

All aboard the **Reindeer Express**, the Nickel Plate Express’s most popular holiday experience! From the moment you step into the festively decorated vintage coaches, the scent of cocoa and the sound of carols fill the air. This 75-minute round-trip journey from Noblesville to Arcadia travels along a historic rail line, crossing the Morse Reservoir and winding through snow-kissed Indiana countryside. Along the way, Santa’s elves serve cookies and cocoa while leading sing-alongs that delight children and adults alike. Kids can write letters to Santa, hand them to the North Pole postmaster, and wait for a special surprise—a personal visit from Santa himself right inside your car. Choose from Standard Coach, Platinum, or Diamond Class seating for the perfect level of comfort, or upgrade to your own **Private Holiday Caboose** for up to 20 guests complete with blankets, music, and sweet treats. Every detail—from the twinkling garlands to the souvenir mugs in Diamond Class—captures the nostalgia and warmth of an old-fashioned Christmas. Whether it’s your first time aboard or a beloved family tradition, the Reindeer Express delivers a heartwarming ride you’ll treasure long after the final whistle.

Itinerary

12:30 PM → Check in at the Forest Park Depot in Noblesville. 12:45 PM → Board the festively decorated Reindeer Express coaches. 1:00 PM → Depart for a 75-minute journey through Hamilton County. 1:15 PM → Enjoy cocoa, cookies, and carols with Santa’s elves. 1:45 PM → Santa boards to greet passengers and collect wish lists. 2:15 PM → Return to Noblesville Depot for farewell photos.

Price & Availability

Prices start at $85 for Standard seating (2 people). Duration 75 minutes round trip. Private tables and caboose options available.

Instructions

Departs from Forest Park Depot, Noblesville, IN.

Restrictions

Trip protection optional at checkout.