Taieri Gorge Scenic Rail Journey with Deep Stream Bridge Walk





Explore at your pace
- Journey through the spectacular Taieri Gorge on one of New Zealand's most scenic railway lines.
- Cross the iconic Wingatui Viaduct, the tallest wrought iron railway bridge in Australasia.
- Walk across the historic Deep Stream Bridge, surrounded by remote landscapes only accessible by rail.
- Hear fascinating stories of Otago's history, engineering and gold rush heritage from the live onboard commentator.
- Relax in comfortable heritage-style carriages with access to an open-air viewing platform.
- Purchase meals, snacks, hot drinks and local beverages from the licensed onboard café.
- Enjoy a stop at Pukerangi to stretch your legs and take in the peaceful surroundings.
- Five-hour return heritage rail journey through the world-renowned Taieri Gorge
- Travel across more than 12 bridges and viaducts, including the iconic Wingatui Viaduct
- Open-air viewing platform with panoramic views of the gorge
- Exclusive stop at Deep Stream to walk across the century-old viaduct
- Engaging onboard storytelling sharing the history, engineering and stories of the line
- Locally prepared food and drinks available to purchase from the onboard café
- Transport to/from the Dunedin Railway Station
- Food and drinks from the café
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Departing from the iconic Dunedin Railway Station, journey deep into the spectacular Taieri Gorge aboard one of New Zealand's most scenic rail experiences. Travel across soaring viaducts, through hand-carved tunnels and alongside the dramatic Taieri River while enjoying live commentary that brings Otago's history, engineering and gold rush heritage to life.
Cross the famous Wingatui Viaduct, the tallest wrought iron railway bridge in Australasia, before venturing into remote landscapes that are inaccessible by road. Step off the train for a short walk across the historic Deep Stream Bridge and enjoy a stop at Pukerangi to stretch your legs and take in the fresh Otago air.
With panoramic viewing windows, an open-air viewing carriage and a licensed onboard café, this unforgettable rail journey showcases some of New Zealand's most breathtaking scenery.
What to bring
- Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes for the journey, and bring warm layers and waterproof gear if you plan to disembark during the trip.
Accessibility
- Dunedin Railways has a wheelchair accessible carriage and lift, available on request only and with limited capacity; you must email your request at least 72 hours prior to departure.
- The wheelchair lift accommodates up to 200kg and has maximum dimensions of 900mm by 700mm.
Additional information
- Check-in begins 1 hour before departure and ends 15 minutes before; all trains depart from Dunedin Railway Station.
- If you are boarding at Wingatui, wait on the platform at the time marked on your ticket.
- You must check in at the ticketing desk prior to boarding.
- Pay-and-display parking is available near Dunedin Railway Station, and parking is free on Sundays; campervans should park on Thomas Burns Road.
- There is no Wi-Fi and limited mobile reception during the journey, so plan accordingly.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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