Essex Steam Train and Riverboat1 Railroad Avenue (off Route 9)Essex, CT 860-767-0103, 800-377-3987 www.essexsteamtrain.com FunInNewEngland Rating: (0 votes) Type: River 2.5 hour tour includes a steam locomotive ride from Essex Station to Deep River landing then a 1.25 hour riverboat ride on the Connecticut River aboard the Becky Thatcher, then a return ride on the steam train. Some tours offer a hike to Gillette Castle. Last updated prior to 2013. Get map or directions from Google Maps, Yahoo Maps, Bing Maps, or Mapquest Rate it yourself Submit your own review |