Departs from the wharf alongside the ship (the public train departs from Dunedin Railway Station 12km from the wharf)
Included in the price is a picnic-style lunch meal and morning tea, welcome drink, wines, beers and juices throughout the trip at no extra cost.
This train includes table service
Not every seat is filled allowing more space and room to move
Trip is risk free with the ship waiting if the train is late
Everything is organised for you
Train generally has a carriage with a lift for disabled or less mobile passengers
Train returns to the wharf or allows passengers to disembark at the Dunedin Railway Station, to view the historic station and explore the city.
This is a half day tour returning to Dunedin Railway Station early afternoon and allowing free time to explore the city or to take other tour options
Best adverse weather attraction in Dunedin
Highly regarded by those who take the trip
One of the few shore excursions in New Zealand to experience the spectacular inland scenery of New Zealand
Trip includes sightseeing stops
Outside viewing platforms on most carriages
Traverses Dunedin City from one side to the other allowing the best way to experience the city
Taieri Gorge Railway in Dunedin is considered by most cruise lines to be the most popular attraction in New Zealand. Cruise ship customers have the choice of taking the Taieri Gorge Railway shore excursion organised by the cruise line or the public train departing from Dunedin Railway Station in the centre of the city at 9.30am