Enjoy a 2.5-hour Train & Riverboat Excursion for up to four people on any weekday the Train & Riverboat is in operation. The narrated journey begins at historic Essex Station then meanders through the countryside aboard vintage rail cars pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. At Deep River Landing, board the Becky Thatcher riverboat for a cruise along the Connecticut River – bursting with wildlife, lush scenery, and historic sights such as Gillette Castle and Goodspeed Opera House. Upon Becky’s return to Deep River Landing, the steam train welcomes you for the return trip back to Essex.