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Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
$179.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
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Overview
The Queenstown to Dunedin Journey offers an unforgettable odyssey through Central Otago's stunning landscapes and historic towns. This full-day adventure features luxurious travel and an iconic train ride, making it a must for any traveler.
- 🚐 Begin with a convenient hotel pickup in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand, setting the stage for an exciting day ahead.
- 🍇 Travel east through the famous Gibbston wine region and the dramatic Kawarau Gorge, where the legacy of the gold rush meets breathtaking scenery.
- 🏞️ Drive alongside the shimmering waters of Lake Dunstan and Cromwell, a town steeped in gold mining history and located at the confluence of the Clutha and Kawarau Rivers.
- ☕ Stop for morning tea in the charming town of Clyde, known for its beautifully preserved gold rush architecture and heritage ambiance (food available for purchase).
- 📸 Capture stunning photos at the picturesque 1880 suspension bridge, a remarkable feat of 19th-century engineering spanning the Manuherikia River.
- 👻 Wander through the atmospheric ghost town of St. Bathans, where you can marvel at the haunting Blue Lake and explore well-preserved historic buildings.
- 🚂 Board the legendary Taieri Gorge Train in the highlands at Pukerangi for a breathtaking rail journey through deep canyons, over viaducts, and into New Zealand’s wild interior.
- 🌄 Experience panoramic views of towering cliffs, ancient tunnels, and scenic river valleys aboard the Taieri Gorge Railway, an iconic part of the Otago landscape.
- 🏛️ Conclude your journey at the Dunedin Railway Station, a stunning example of Edwardian architecture, and step into one of New Zealand’s most elegant cities.
- 🧳 Enjoy the convenience of luggage space for one large and one small bag per person, making travel hassle-free throughout the day.
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Queenstown to Dunedin 1 Way
Taieri Gorge Train: Pukerangi to Dunedin
Duration: 8 hours
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van: Queenstown to Pukerangi
Pickup included
Taieri Gorge Train: Pukerangi to Dunedin
Duration: 8 hours
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van: Queenstown to Pukerangi
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours
- Fully guided road journey from Queenstown to Pukerangi
- Water and snacks provided on the bus only (not available on the train)
- Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Pukerangi to Dunedin)
- Morning tea stop in Clyde (food available for purchase)
- Hotel pickup in Queenstown (select locations only)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Children below 8 are required to travel in a booster/safety seat. Hire for NZ$20 or provide your own
- Hotel drop off in Dunedin
- Lunch
Meeting point
If not being collected from one of our hotel options, please meet your guide at the Marmolada Cafe / The Station home of Adventure
Return details
Your tour ends once the train arrives in Dunedin
- Begin your journey with a hotel pickup in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. As you depart, travel east through the iconic Gibbston wine region and the dramatic Kawarau Gorge, where gold rush history and rugged beauty combine. (pass by)
- Drive alongside the shimmering waters of Lake Dunstan and Cromwell, a town rich in gold mining history and nestled at the confluence of the Clutha and Kawarau Rivers. (pass by)
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ClydeStop for morning tea (available for purchase) at a local cafe in the charming and historic town of Clyde, with its beautifully preserved gold rush architecture and heritage-focused atmosphere.
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Pause for photos at this picturesque 1880 suspension bridge — a testament to 19th-century engineering that spans the Manuherikia River in one of Central Otago’s oldest settlements.
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St. BathansWander through this atmospheric ghost town, where gold once ruled and stories still echo. Marvel at the haunting Blue Lake, formed by mining, and explore well-preserved buildings from a bygone era.
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Arrive in the highlands at this remote station, where you’ll board the iconic Taieri Gorge Train. Say goodbye to your guide and prepare for a stunning rail journey through deep canyons, over viaducts, and into New Zealand’s wild interior.
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Taieri Gorge RailwayThis legendary heritage railway offers panoramic views of towering cliffs, ancient tunnels, and scenic river valleys — a truly immersive experience into the rugged Otago landscape.
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Your journey concludes at the Dunedin Railway Station, a masterpiece of ornate Edwardian design. Step off the train into one of New Zealand’s most elegant cities — known for its Scottish heritage, rich culture, and beautiful architecture.
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Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
$179.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!