September 1st
HOOSIER TOUR
3-hour excursion featuring classic automobiles in a partnership with the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
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TRAIN DATES
SUMMARY
Designed for enthusiasts, collectors, and lovers of classic design, the Hoosier Tour is a one-day experience in Pleasant Lake, Indiana, pairing a gathering of Auburn, Cord, and Duesenberg automobiles with a 2.5-hour excursion with vintage passenger cars behind Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive No. 765.
TICKET PRICES
$75 – Deluxe Coach
$295 – Deluxe Coach Package (Seats 4)
$169 – Open Window Lounge
$250 – Open Window Table (Seats 4)
$209 – First Class Diner
$249 – Pullman Lounge
$275 – Observation Lounge
$400 – Private Pullman Booth (Seats 2)
$700 – Observation Table (Seats 4)
Duration
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Pleasant Lake, Indiana – Montgomery, Michigan
Parking & Boarding
Pleasant Lake, IN 46779
HOOSIER TOUR EXCURSION
SCHEDULE
9:00 AM — Automobile staging and photography with No. 765
Automobile owners will have the opportunity to have their vehicles professionally photographed alongside the locomotive for a striking pairing of two enduring symbols of American engineering.
10:00 AM — Depart Pleasant Lake
Settle into vintage passenger cars for a 2.5-hour excursion through the countryside in a fitting companion to the elegance and craftsmanship of the automobiles that define the tour.
12:30 PM — Arrive back in Pleasant Lake
THE EXPERIENCE
A rolling celebration of Indiana craftsmanship, pairing the golden age of handcrafted American automobiles with the era of steam railroading.
Join a distinguished gathering of Auburn, Cord, and Duesenberg automobiles and their owners for a one-of-a-kind touring experience in Pleasant Lake, Indiana, as the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum and the Hoosier Tour bring together some of the finest examples of Indiana-built automobiles with Pullman passenger train service and historic Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive No. 765.
Arriving at the recently restored Pleasant Lake depot as part of a regional driving experience, guests will begin their day with a rare opportunity to bring these icons together.
THE OFFERINGS
Deluxe Coach, Open Window, First Class, and Pullman Class tickets are available for this excursion.
Children three years of age and younger who do not occupy a seat ride free. We do not count children under the age of three towards seat counts at tables, so guests will be responsible for ensuring there is appropriate lap space and room for their infants.
All tickets are individually priced unless specifically referenced or otherwise marked as Couples, Table, etc. ADA-specific seats are available in Deluxe Coach only.
Select First Class tickets include complimentary coffee and light refreshments. Additional amenities are included where listed. A cash bar is available for responsible guests 21 or older.
THE FINE PRINT
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Delivery: Tickets are emailed instantly upon purchase. Check your spam folder, but also ensure you enter your email correctly when ordering.
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Boarding Info: Parking and safety details are included in your confirmation email. Save it. We’ll also send reminders.
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Travel Together: To sit with friends, please book under one reservation.
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Refunds: Available 30+ days before travel. Credits offered for late cancellations.
- Provisions: Passengers may bring personal food and non-alcoholic refreshments.
- Pets: Service animals are welcome, but please leave pets at home.
- Accessibility: Due to their historic nature, only select cars are ADA accessible. They’re listed in the ticket selection screen.
- Review all of our terms, conditions, and safety advisories before travel.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Selecting a fare will display detailed information about each ticket class and amenities after your desired date and time are chosen.
STANDARD & FAMILY
A classic, air-conditioned ride perfect for families or groups traveling together.
- Deluxe Coach – $75.00
- Family Package (Seats 4) – $295.00
- ADA seats available
*Prices do not include processing fees.
OPEN-AIR EXPERIENCES
Enjoy the sights and sounds of historic railroading from a lounge or individual table seat. Complimentary coffee and refreshments included. These cars are not climate-controlled, but feature fans, open windows, and expansive double-dutch viewing doors.
- Lawton Park Cigar Car – $85.00
- Centlivre Park Table (Seats 4) – $500
*Prices do not include processing fees.
PREMIUM & PRIVATE
The ultimate first-class experience. Exclusive cars, complimentary refreshments, and hand-crafted charcuterie.
- Silver Diner – $209
- Pullman Lounge – $249
- NYC 48 Observation – $275
- Pullman Private Table
(Seats 2)– $400 - NYC 48 Private Table
(Seats 4) – $700
*Prices do not include processing fees.
Preview your journey
Step into the golden era of rail travel aboard one of America’s most legendary steam locomotives. From the rhythmic chuff of the coal-burning engine to the sight of rural farm fields through vintage windows, every mile is a love letter to the mode of transportation that built the nation.
Looking to climb aboard?
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