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Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Tour Including Taieri Gorge Train

By Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is £126 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a storey unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky Kiwi means you’ll experience the very best of Central Otago in a way that’s personal, luxurious, and unforgettable.

Most tours are about getting from A to B. Ours is about everything in between. From the moment you board the historic Taieri Gorge Train in Dunedin, you’re immersed in a world of breathtaking scenery, rich history, and thoughtful stops that showcase Central Otago’s hidden gems.

Activity location

  • Taieri Gorge Railway
    • Anzac Square
    • 9054, Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dunedin Scenic Train Tours | Home of the Taieri Gorge Railway
    • Railway Station
    • 9016, Dunedin, Otago Region, New Zealand

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Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Tour Including Taieri Gorge Train
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£125.69 x 1 Adult£125.69
Total
Price is £125.69
Until Wed, 1 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Dunedin to Pukerangi)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small group experience (max 15 guests)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel drop-off in Queenstown
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Water and snacks provided on the bus only (not available on the train)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup in Dunedin

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. Will you require seat hire ($20NZD per seat) or will you bring your own?
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Dunedin Scenic Train Tours | Home of the Taieri Gorge Railway (Pass by)

Begin your journey in Dunedin, the cultural capital of the South. Admire the elaborate architecture of the station before boarding the Taieri Gorge Train.

Taieri Gorge Railway

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Experience the engineering marvel of the Taieri Gorge Railway. Traverse narrow gorges, deep canyons, and century-old viaducts as you travel inland towards the Otago highlands.

Pukerangi

  • 5m
Disembark at this remote high country outpost and meet your guide for the second leg of the journey — a scenic road adventure through Central Otago’s most historic and picturesque locations.

St. Bathans

  • 30m
Step into the eerie beauty of this ghost town frozen in time. Visit the surreal Blue Lake, formed by gold mining, and wander the preserved streets of this former gold rush settlement.

Ophir Historic Bridge

  • 5m
A perfect photo stop, the 1880-built suspension bridge spans the Manuherikia River and showcases the pioneering engineering spirit of 19th-century Otago.

Cromwell (Pass by)

Nestled at the confluence of two rivers, Cromwell is a charming Central Otago town with a vibrant heritage precinct and award-winning local produce.

Kawarau Falls (Pass by)

Journey through the striking Kawarau Gorge, where steep cliffs, turquoise waters, and tales of gold seekers unfold around every corner. Take in views of Lake Dunstan and the dramatic Gibbston wine region.

Queenstown (Pass by)

Conclude your day in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. Your guide will drop you off at your hotel — leaving you with unforgettable memories of the landscapes, legends, and stories that shaped this region.

Location

Activity location

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    Taieri Gorge Railway
    • Anzac Square
    • 9054, Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Dunedin Scenic Train Tours | Home of the Taieri Gorge Railway
    • Railway Station
    • 9016, Dunedin, Otago Region, New Zealand

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