Iconic Train Trip through the Taieri Gorge



Experience our most iconic trip through the stunning Taieri Gorge. Travel across Otago’s sweeping countryside, traverse towering viaducts and glide along the rushing Taieri River.  

The Taieri Gorge | 5 hours | Destination: Pukerangi (via Taieri Gorge) 

Train Trip Highlights

• Explore Otago's rich history and admire the scenery on our most iconic train trip through the Taieri Gorge.
• Admire the engineering feats of early railway pioneers and hear their stories from our onboard commentator.  
• Travel through hand-made tunnels and cross the Wingatui Viaduct, the tallest wrought iron structure in Australasia.
• Stretch your legs and take some photos at Pukerangi.

Group Bookings

• Seating is General Admission. We recommend arriving early to find preferred seating together.  
• Private carriages may be available on request if you have a group of 30+ passengers. 

Food and Beverage

• Available for purchase from the on-board Café. 

Are you a Dunedin City local?

• Unlock discounted tickets by entering LOCAL in the Access key field at the online checkout.
• Proof of local residency (i.e. Dunedin City utility bill) will be required at check-in.

Additional information

• All tickets are GST inclusive and subject to  Terms & Conditions. 
• Seating is General Admission. Your carriage may be allocated to improve your boarding and disembarking experience. 
• We have limited space onboard. If you wish to travel with a bike or other large items, please contact our team to request storage space at least 72 hours before your train trip begins.
• For more information about this train excursion please see our Frequently Asked Questions page.