Queenstown to Dunedin Transfer with Taieri Gorge Train Trip

Follow the trails of pioneers and gold rush legends as you soak up the rich heritage and stunning landscapes en route, transferring from Queenstown to Dunedin on a small group tour. Move between locations in a luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicle until you reach Pukerangi, where you'll board the heritage Taieri Gorge Train.

Begin your journey with convenient hotel pickup across various Queenstown locations, before travelling east through the iconic Gibbston wine region. Travel in an intimate group of no more than 16, on a fully guided trip until Pukerangi. Stop along the way as you learn about the rich gold mining history of the stunning townships and settlements en route. Purchase some morning tea at the historic Dunstan House, take photos at the 1880 Ophir Bridge, and wander through the atmospheric ghost town of St Bathans. Wrap up your incredible journey with a scenic train ride on the Taieri Gorge Train, concluding at Dunedin Railway Station.

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Inclusions

• One-way transfer from Queenstown to Dunedin
• Small group experience (max 16 guests)
• Fully guided road journey from Queenstown to Pukerangi
• Luxury Mercedes-Benz transport
• Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Pukerangi to Dunedin)
• Water and snacks
• Hotel pickup from select Queenstown locations

Exclusions

• Accommodation
• Lunch
• Hotel drop off in Dunedin (tour ends at Dunedin Railway Station)

Itinerary

• Queenstown - Begin your adventure with pickup from your Queenstown hotel. Travel through the Gibbston wine region and the dramatic Kawarau Gorge, where gold rush history meets raw natural beauty.
• Lake Dunstan & Cromwell - Pass along the sparkling waters of Lake Dunstan and the heritage town of Cromwell, steeped in gold mining history and surrounded by mountain views.
• Clyde (15 min) - Stop 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.
• Ophir Bridge - Stop for photos at the 1880 suspension bridge spanning the Manuherikia River, a classic piece of Otago history framed by stunning scenery.
• St Bathans - Explore the ghost town of St Bathans, famous for its hauntingly beautiful Blue Lake and preserved gold rush buildings that tell stories of a bygone era
• Pukerangi - Arrive at this remote highland outpost and board the legendary Taieri Gorge Train for the next leg of your journey. Bid farewell to your guide and prepare for breathtaking rail views.
• Taieri Gorge Train - Travel through deep canyons, over towering viaducts, and through ancient tunnels on this iconic heritage railway, a true highlight of the Otago region.
• Dunedin Railway Station - Disembark at Dunedin’s grand Edwardian railway station and step into a city of Scottish charm, rich culture, and architectural beauty.

Time

• Pick-ups begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time
• Please be ready at your collection point 10 to 15 minutes before your departure time

Duration

• This experience is a full-day experience, approximately eight hours in total duration.

Departure Location

• This tour departs from select locations in Queenstown, Otago 9300
• You will receive an email with important pick-up information the day before your tour

Hotel Pickup

• Kamana Lakehouse 6.15am
• Mercure 6.16am
• Heritage Hotel 6.17am
• Rydges Lakeland Resort 6.20am
• Hotel St Moritz 6.21am
• QT Queenstown 6.22am
• Crowne Plaza 6.23am
• Pinewood Lodge 6.24am
• Queenstown Park Boutique 6.25am
• Flaming Kiwi Backpackers 6.26am
• Novotel 6.27am
• Nomads Hostel 6.28am
• Sofitel Hotel & Spa 6.30am
• The Station Home of Adventure 6.30am
• LyLo Queenstown 6.30am
• Aspen Lodge 6.31am
• Tahuna Pod Hostel 6.31am
• Heartland Hotel 6.32am
• Holiday Inn Express 6.33am
• Ramada Queenstown Central 6.34am
• Copthorne Hotel and Resort Lakefront 6.35am
• Millennium Hotel 6.36am
• Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview 6.37am
• Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu (bus stop on Frankton Road) 6.38am
• Oaks Shores Resort 6.39am
• The Rees 6.40am
• Holiday Inn Frankton Road (bus stop on Frankton Road) 6.41am
• Sherwood Queenstown (Bus stop on Frankton Road) 6.42am
• Frankton Terminus (near Queenstown Airport) 6.44am
• Wyndham Garden 6.45am
• Sudima 5 Mile 6.46am

Terms And Conditions

• Children under the age of eight are legally required to travel in a safety/booster seat; please bring your own, or you may hire one for an additional $20NZD per seat
• Allowance of one large and one small bag per person
• Pickup is strictly offered from the listed locations only; if your location isn’t listed, meet at your nearest available option

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience​
• Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience​
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience​

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements