This harvest tea train ride near Toronto has fluffy spiced scones and vibrant fall views

You'll travel through a landscape of red and gold.

A train crossing a bridge.

A heritage train in Ontario.

Lead Writer, Travel

Pinkies up! This enchanting fall train ride near Toronto offers gorgeous views and a harvest tea experience.

You can enjoy a magical journey through a red and gold countryside as you sip warm cups of tea and bite into fluffy pastries.

The Waterloo Central Railway is hosting its first ever Fall Heritage Tea Ride this September. Located about an hour outside of Toronto, the experience is "the perfect blend of scenic beauty and cozy treats" according to the website.

The menu is brimming with comforting fall goodies and you can bite into fresh baked apple cinnamon scones topped with fresh preserve, Devon cream and butter.

There will also be petite sandwiches in a variety of flavours, as well as drool-worthy desserts including date bars, pear tarts and dark chocolate dipped strawberries.

You can even add a bit of booziness to your outing by purchasing an alcoholic drink onboard.

The round-trip adventure to Elmira leaves from the Farmers Market station in Waterloo and takes about 2 hours.

The first date of the ride, September 22, has already sold out, but another ride is scheduled for September 29. Tickets are available online and are expected to sell out fast.

If you're looking for more fall train rides, you can check out the South Simcoe Railway for the Fall Colour Excursions.

Enjoy an afternoon of delicious fall treats and vibrant views aboard the Fall Heritage Tea Ride.

Fall Heritage Tea Ride

Price: $110 per person

When: September 29, 2024, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Address: 330 Farmers Market Rd., St.Jacobs, ON

Waterloo Central Railway Website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.


  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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