Marlborough Steam Train Day Tour from Picton
Overview
Take the unique opportunity to see two of Marlborough’s main towns in one day and enjoy a scenic rail journey around one of New Zealand’s most beautiful spots by boarding the Marlborough Flyer, a restored heritage steam train, when your ship arrives at port.
Have free time to explore Marlborough’s attractions and/or sample the region’s world-renowned wine scene as you follow your guide on the rail journey between Picton and Blenheim.
This tour includes:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Local guide
Souvenirs available to purchase
Wheelchair access
Gratuities
Departure & ReturnDeparture Point
Picton Railway Station is only 20 metres (just across the road) from Picton’s cruise ship shuttle drop-off point.
Return Details
The tour returns to the original departure point.
What To Expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Marlborough Flyer, Picton, Blenheim, Marlborough Region, South Island, New Zealand.
The 50-minute, round-trip heritage steam train journey takes you up the steep (1-in-37 slope) elevation out of Picton, through the Para Wetlands, across the Wairau River, through the Wairau Valley and a sea of vineyards and into Blenheim.
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the tour for a full refund.
Take the unique opportunity to see two of Marlborough’s main towns in one day and enjoy a scenic rail journey around one of New Zealand’s most beautiful spots by boarding the Marlborough Flyer, a restored heritage steam train, when your ship arrives at port.
Have free time to explore Marlborough’s attractions and/or sample the region’s world-renowned wine scene as you follow your guide on the rail journey between Picton and Blenheim.
This tour includes:
- The chance to ride a heritage steam train through one of New Zealand’s most scenic landscapes;
- Cruise shuttle to railway station and round-trip train fare;
- The benefit of a ‘guided’ tour;
- The opportunity to customise your itinerary in Blenheim;
- Wheelchair access.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Local guide
Souvenirs available to purchase
Wheelchair access
Gratuities
Departure & ReturnDeparture Point
Picton Railway Station is only 20 metres (just across the road) from Picton’s cruise ship shuttle drop-off point.
Return Details
The tour returns to the original departure point.
What To Expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Marlborough Flyer, Picton, Blenheim, Marlborough Region, South Island, New Zealand.
The 50-minute, round-trip heritage steam train journey takes you up the steep (1-in-37 slope) elevation out of Picton, through the Para Wetlands, across the Wairau River, through the Wairau Valley and a sea of vineyards and into Blenheim.
Additional Info
- Booking confirmations will be sent at the time of booking unless the booking takes place within seven days of travel. In this case booking confirmations will be sent within 48 hours (please note this is subject to availability).
- Wheelchair access (please note that collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated, however the passenger will need to be accompanied by someone who can help them to board and disembark).
- Babies and infants are required to sit on laps.
- Children must be accompanied by adults at all times.
- Service animals only are allowed.
- The pick-up and drop-off points are near public transportation.
- Most travelers can be accommodated.
- This tour accommodates up to a maximum of 300 travelers.
- Seats will be assigned by the tour’s organisers and cannot be allocated in advance.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the tour for a full refund.
