Marlborough Flyer Roundtrip Train Tour from Picton to Seddon
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About the Activity
The Marlborough Flyer is a heritage train journey through the scenic vineyards & rolling hills of Marlborough, powered by our retro, red & white, 1950’s classic DA locomotive. Travelling up the Picton Elevation – one of the steepest gradients in the country at 1-in-37 incline. Upon reaching the plateau, the journey then takes on a more sedate nature & the train meanders alongside the Para Wetlands. Crossing the Wairau River, a sea of vineyards shoulders the Train on the stretch through the town of Blenheim – clear evidence that Marlborough is home to 80% of New Zealand’s wine production, most famously sauvignon blanc. South of Blenheim, the Train traverses the rolling southern hills of Marlborough, snaking through the Dashwood Pass, bursting into the Awatere Valley with the often snow-capped peak, Mt Tapuae-o-Uenuku in the background. The final stretch crosses the Awatere Rail Bridge into Seddon. Enjoy some time to stretch the legs in Seddon before the return journey back to Picton.4 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Transportation amenities : On-board restrooms. Restroom on board
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks & beverages are available for purchase on board the train.
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Picton(Pass By)
Picton, New ZealandDeparting Picton Station powered by the vintage red and white, classic Da1431 locomotive (to haul our original renovated Victorian carriages) and travelling up the Picton Elevation – one of the steepest gradients in the country at 1-in-37 this incline. Upon reaching the plateau, the journey then takes on a more sedate nature and the train meanders alongside the Para Wetlands, home to an abundance of birds, game fish and unique wetland vegetation.
Crossing the Wairau River, which is a key water source for Marlborough’s Vineyards and sits as an entry to the magnificent Wairau Valley with the distant southern mountains in the backdrop.View LocationBlenheim(Pass By)
Blenheim, New ZealandA sea of vineyards shoulders the Train on the stretch through the town of Blenheim – clear evidence that Marlborough is indeed home to 80% of New Zealand’s wine production, most famously the sauvignon blanc variety. View Location1
Seddon
Seddon, New ZealandSouth of Blenheim, The Marlborough Flyer then traverses the rolling southern hills of Marlborough, snaking through the Dashwood Pass, bursting into the beautiful Awatere Valley, and more magnificent seas of vineyards with the often snow-capped peak of the majestic sentinel, Mount Tapuae-o-Uenuku in the background.
The final stretch crosses the Awatere River on the historic Awatere Road Rail Bridge built in the same period as the carriages.
Enjoy some time to stretch the legs in Seddon and make the most of this stop to photograph the Locomotive as it decouples from the carriages moves around tracks at Seddon to couple again to the northern end, before the return journey to Picton.
The train journey time from Picton to Seddon takes approximately 1.5hrs each way.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Departure is from Picton Railway Station. All cruise passengers use the cruise ship shuttle service and Picton Railway Station is conveniently located across the road from the cruise ship shuttle drop off point.View Location
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Departure is from Picton Railway Station. All cruise passengers use the cruise ship shuttle service and Picton Railway Station is conveniently located across the road from the cruise ship shuttle drop off point.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The train journey time from Picton to Seddon takes approximately 1.5hrs each way.
- Due to the heritage nature of our train carriages, wheelchair & mobility scooters access is not available.
- Carriages are not the same height as ground level - passengers must be able to climb 3 vertical steps, unaided to board the train.
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketKindly check-in on the station platform at least 20 minutes prior to the departure time for the Marlborough Flyer services. Please wear suitable footwear. Passengers wearing sandals (or any shoes that are not enclosed) will not be permitted on the viewing balconies of the train.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.
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