Napier Art Deco 2027 | Heritage Trains
The Romance of Rail | The Spirit of Art Deco
Steam Incorporated returns to the Art Deco Festival with Art Deco Heritage Trains, presented alongside the Art Deco Trust, with a special collaboration with the Cancer Society Hawkes Bay.
Gather your friends and experience the charm of heritage rail as part of your festival weekend. With a range of journeys to choose from, there’s every reason to make time for a trip—or two.
These popular excursions sell quickly. Book early to secure your seats.
Quick Reference Guide
Travel in Style – Thursday 18 & Monday 22 February – Travel between Kāpiti and Napier.
Huff ’n’ Puffs – Friday 19 & Sunday 21 February – Departing Napier at various times.
An Oruawharo Afternoon Tea – Friday 19 February – Departing Napier at 11:45am.
The Hawke’s Bay Flyer – Saturday 20 February – Departing Napier, Hastings & Waipukurau.
The Grand Ōtāne Picnic – Sunday 21 February – Departing Napier at 1:40pm, returning at 7:25pm.
Travel in Style
Northbound - Thursday 18 February | Southbound - Monday 22 February
Make the journey part of your Art Deco weekend. Travel to Napier on Thursday afternoon, head home on Monday, or join us for both journeys aboard Steam Incorporated’s heritage train, featuring diesel-electric and steam haulage.
With boarding options at Paraparaumu, Levin, Palmerston North and Waipukurau, choose one-way or return travel and arrive in timeless style.
Train Fares - Travel in Style
One Way
Ex. Paraparaumu / Levin - $129 | Ex. Palmerston North / Waipukurau - $99
Click Here to Book your One Way Northbound Fare!
Click Here to Book your One Way Southbound Fare!
Return
Ex. Paraparaumu / Levin - $189 | Ex. Palmerston North / Waipukurau - $159
Click Here to Book your Return Fare!
Lunch At Your Seat — $28 per person
In either direction, you are able to opt for an optional Lunchbox delivered onboard by Thyme 2 Ryes - our exclusive catering supplier. Add this when booking, to make sure you don't go hungry when we're on the move.
Please see a provisional timetable for your Travel in Style Journey:
Huff ‘N’ Puffs – Departing Napier
Friday 19 & Sunday 21 February
Hop aboard one of Steam Incorporated’s popular Huff ’n’ Puff excursions between Napier and Hastings. Follow Marine Parade and travel inland through Clive and Whakatū, enjoying Hawke’s Bay from the comfort of our heritage train. A memorable outing for families, friends and all ages.
Train Fares - Huff 'N' Puffs
General Admission - $29 | Family of 4 - $99
Not sure where to go? Napier Railway Station is located on Munroe Street, near the city centre, with access via the former railway station precinct.
Click A Timeslot to Book | Departing Napier & Return
Friday 19th February
Sunday 21st February
An Oruawharo Afternoon Tea
Friday 19 February
Step aboard Steam Incorporated’s all-new Oruawharo Afternoon Tea excursion for an elegant journey into the heart of Central Hawke’s Bay. Travel by heritage train to Takapau, before a short coach transfer to the magnificent Oruawharo Homestead, where a sumptuous afternoon tea awaits, beautifully prepared by our exclusive caterers, Thyme 2 Ryes. A delightful blend of heritage, hospitality and indulgence, offering a truly memorable afternoon out.
Train Fares - An Oruawharo Afternoon Tea
Adult (13+ yrs) - $169 | Child (3-12 yrs) - $139
Not sure where to go? Napier Railway Station is located on Munroe Street, near the city centre, with access via the former railway station precinct.
Click Here to Book your Oruawharo Afternoon Tea!
A provisional timetable will be published shortly. In the meantime, please contact our team for further information on anticipated departure and arrival times.
The Hawke's Bay Flyer
Saturday 20 February
Join Steam Incorporated and Cancer Society Hawke’s Bay onboard The Hawkes Bay Flyer for a day of heritage rail and Art Deco celebrations. Travel through the Hawke’s Bay and the Tararua countryside aboard our restored heritage train, featuring both an onboard buffet carriage, as well as a fully open viewing carriage.
Choose your day out onboard The Hawkes Bay Flyer:
Option 1 - A Day on the Rails
Napier or Hastings to Woodville & Return
Enjoy the full journey from Napier or Hastings, to Woodville, including the balloon loop and a brief stop at the restored station. Return via Waipukurau, where we collect passengers and replenish the locomotive’s water, before continuing to Hastings and Napier.
Train Fares - Hawkes Bay Flyer Option 1
Adult (13+ yrs) - $169 | Child (3-12 yrs) - $129
Click Here to Book Option 1 - A Day on the Rails
Option 2 - Waipukurau Market Day
Napier or Hastings to Waipukurau & Return
Join the train from Napier or Hastings and head out for a day at the markets!
Skip Woodville and enjoy approximately four hours at Waipukurau’s Art Deco Market Day, with over 60 craft, produce and artisan stalls, food trucks, live music, classic cars and entertainment. Re-join the train for your afternoon journey home.
Train Fares - Hawkes Bay Flyer Option 2
Adult (13+ yrs) - $139 | Child (3-12 yrs) - $109
Click Here to Book Option 2 - Waipukurau Market Day!
Option 3 - From Waipukurau
Waipukurau to Woodville & Return
Board at Waipukurau for a scenic return journey to Woodville, including the balloon loop and a brief stop at the restored station.
Train Fares - Hawkes Bay Flyer Option 3
Adult (13+ yrs) - $109 | Child (3-12 yrs) - $79
Click Here to Book Option 3 - From Waipukurau!
Lunch At Your Seat — $28 per person
Available on Options 1 and 3, supplied by Thyme 2 Ryes - our exclusive catering supplier. Add this when booking, to make sure you don't go hungry.
Please see below a provisional timetable for The Hawkes Bay Flyer:
The Grand Ōtāne Picnic
Sunday 21 February
Dress in your Art Deco finest and join Steam Incorporated for The Grand Ōtāne Picnic, a charming celebration of heritage, style and good old-fashioned fun.
Step aboard our beautifully restored heritage train and journey through the picturesque Hawke’s Bay countryside to the delightful Central Hawke’s Bay settlement of Ōtāne, where a special picnic gathering awaits.
Soak up the atmosphere, enjoy a delicious picnic and spend a leisurely afternoon surrounded by the elegance and charm of a bygone era.
Gather your friends, bring the family and make an occasion of it — a wonderful day out combining the romance of rail travel with the timeless tradition of a grand country picnic.
Train Fares - The Grand Ōtāne Picnic
Adult (13+ yrs) - $139 | Child (3-12 yrs) - $109
Not sure where to go? Napier Railway Station is located on Munroe Street, near the city centre, with access via the former railway station precinct.
Click Here to Book The Grand Ōtāne Picnic!
Please see the provisional timetable below:
Please note that if booking online, our booking system does add on a small percentage to the above fares. Steam Incorporated does not see this revenue.
Group bookings of 10+ please contact us via email admin@steaminc.org.nz or call us on 0800 783 264 for a personalized package
Steam Locomotive Operations & Fire Risk Management
February is traditionally one of New Zealand's warmest and driest months, and summer weather conditions can present an increased fire risk across Hawke's Bay.
Steam Incorporated works closely with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) and operates in accordance with our established Fire Mitigation Framework to ensure the safety of our passengers, crew, surrounding communities and environment.
With the potential for prolonged dry conditions and heightened fire danger during the 2027 summer season, Steam Incorporated reserves the right to substitute a diesel-electric locomotive for any scheduled steam-hauled service.
Any decision to substitute motive power will be based on prevailing weather conditions, local fire danger, operational risk assessments and relevant FENZ advice.
Your heritage rail experience will still go ahead wherever operationally possible, with the same beautifully restored passenger carriages, scenic journey and dedicated onboard team.
We appreciate your understanding as we balance the preservation of New Zealand's railway heritage with our responsibility to operate safely and protect the communities through which we travel.
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