Photo of the Essex Steam Train. Photo courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/essexsteamtrain/

August 2025

Essex Steam Train, Riverboat Ride, & Griswold Inn Lunch

Ride an authentic 1920s steam train locomotive and then board the classic riverboat paddle-wheeler for a one-hour narrated cruise along the Connecticut River! Everyone dines at the historic and handsome Griswold Inn, included.

Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025

Price: $143pp

Includes: Round trip transportation via ferry & bus, tour guide, lunch & train ride

Note: ALWAYS check ferry times prior to traveling. Schedules are subject to change without notice.

For more information, trip dates, or to book your tour:

Phone Number: 631-473-5138

Hours (Mon-Fri): 8:30 AM-4:00PM

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Experience

Itinerary

Arrive in Port Jefferson at 8:30am. Check in with your guide in the lobby
Depart on Port Jefferson Ferry at 9:00am.
Arrive in Bridgeport at 10:15am and walk to bus located on Bridgeport dock.
Arrive in Essex and eat lunch at the historic Griswold Inn at approximately 11:30am.
Depart at approximately 1:30pm for train ride.
Enjoy train ride, including a 1-hour Riverboat Ride.
Depart Essex at 4:30pm.
Arrive in Bridgeport and depart on the 7:00pm ferry.

Meal Choice

Sautéed Chicken Breast w/ basil pesto cream sauce
Baked Cod w/ mustard cream OR tartar sauce
Lunch is served w/ House Salad of Gathered Greens & Apple Turnover served with whipped cream.