Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story 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.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers 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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person

Morning tea stop at Dunstan House (food available for purchase)

Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Dunedin to Pukerangi)

Small group experience (max 15 guests)

Hotel drop-off in Queenstown

Accommodation

Hotel pickup in Dunedin

Safety/Booster seats for children 0 - 7

What To Expect

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

Admission Not Applicable

Taieri Gorge Railway

Experience the engineering marvel of the Taieri Gorge Railway. Traverse narrow gorges, deep canyons, and century-old viaducts as you travel inland toward the Otago highlands.

2 hours • Admission Included

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Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Brilliant tour
shannonw326,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great guide. Learnt lots of interesting things about NZ and the area. Scenery was amazing and really enjoyed the small tour format and meeting other interesting travellers.
Cool Trip!
MattyBerrry,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did this tour both ways, from Dunedin to Queenstown and from Queenstown to Dunedin. It was great! The Taieri Gorge Train was cool and it was great escaping the crowds. I loved the landscape. It's such a pretty place. Glad we booked it.
10/10 Experience
Go65266688607,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such a special trip, maybe the best way to get to Dunedin from Queenstown. The railway through the Taieri Gorge was really amazing, we were captivated the entire way. Our tour guide was really entertaining and make the bus ride really enjoyable. 10/10 would recommend.