Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin

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Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Journey deep into the Taieri Gorge on a 5-hour heritage rail experience from Dunedin. Cross spectacular viaducts, hand-carved tunnels, and step onto the Deep Stream Bridge Walk. A rare moment high above the Gorge.

Trip Highlights

Sit back, relax and experience breathtaking scenery of rural New Zealand and the Taieri Gorge (most of which is only accessible by train!).
Dive into the fascinating heritage of the Taieri Gorge track and hear stories about the Gorge from the onboard commentator.
Be amazed at the engineering marvels of a bygone era as you journey through 10 hand-carved tunnels and over 12 striking viaducts, including the Wingatui Viaduct - the largest wrought iron structure in the Southern Hemisphere!
A highlight of the journey is the Deep Stream Bridge Walk, turning a scenic rail journey into something beyond the view from your seat. One-way and return options available.

What's Included

Scenic rail tour (round-trip from Dunedin)
Live onboard commentary
Food & drinks (available for purchase)
Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
Parking fees
Souvenirs/DVDs
Hotel pickup/drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Dunedin Railway Station

Departure Point: Dunedin Railway Station - Downtown Dunedin, Anzac Avenue, Dunedin 7 minutes walk from the Octagon Please note - the standard trip to Pukerangi is four hours return and the Middlemarch trip is six hours return. All tours depart from and return to Dunedin Railway station.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Dunedin Railways

    Start your journey at Dunedin's iconic and award winning Dunedin Railway Station - the second most photographed building in the Southern Hemisphere. Travel tip: head into the station and walk upstairs to look down at the hall's mesmerizing mosaic floor.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    This 5-hour round-trip train starts at the award winning Dunedin Railway Station and travels through some of New Zealand's most beautiful scenery. Includes live commentary, an onboard café/bar and a scenic stop at Pukerangi. Be amazed at the engineering marvels of a bygone era as you journey through 10 hand-carved tunnels and over 12 striking viaducts, including the Wingatui Viaduct - the largest wrought iron structure in the Southern Hemisphere! This scenic, all-weather train ride from Dunedin to Pukerangi offers unforgettable one-way or return adventures.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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