Get tickets on one of our steam or diesel hauled NZ train trips or check out future rail journeys that are coming up.

Feature tours


The Taranaki Explorer

$179/Adult

$129/Child


Thursday 20 February 2025

Departs: 8:22am Paraparaumu

Arrives: 8:50pm New Plymouth


Experience the charm of New Zealand’s rugged landscapes aboard our diesel-hauled train from Paraparaumu to Taranaki! One-Way & Return options available, Train Travel Only! Join the train at Paraparaumu, Levin, Palmerston North, Feilding or Whanganui on Thursday the 20th February, with the train returning south on Sunday the 23rd February.

Explore Taranaki by Rail

from $35/Adult

from $35/Child


Friday 21 February 2025

Departs: Varies

Arrives: Varies


Embark on a unique adventure with Steam Incorporated & Americarna, where the timeless allure of classic American muscle cars meets the nostalgic charm of rail travel! Relax onboard heritage carriages as we escape the surrounds of central New Plymouth, and travel to Lepperton, Stratford or Hawera. Different options available across Friday 21st Feb & Saturday 22nd Feb 2025!

The Whale Train

$179/Adult

$89/Child

$449/ Family

2 Adults, 2 children


Sunday 30 March 2025

Departs: 8:40am Blenheim

Arrives: 3:20pm Blenheim


We've teamed up with the Pounamu Tourism Group, to bring you a heritage train experience from the heart of the Marlborough winelands to the coastal town of Kaikoura. Your journey is powered by the vintage red and white, classic Da 1410 locomotive, which hauls our original renovated Victorian carriages.

The Alpine Ranger

$169/Adult

$89/Child


Saturday 1 March 2025

Departs: 8:55am Christchurch

Arrives: 4:30pm Christchurch


Travel with Steam Incorporated on a rare South Island rail experience! Join us on this special diesel hauled excursion to Arthur's Pass for and listen to the EMD V12 of DC 4818 sing through the Mountains! Normally based in Auckland, this will be an extremely RARE opportunity to see 4818 on the Midland line! 1st March AND 9th March!

The Kaikoura Explorer

$169/Adult

$89/Child


Sunday 2 March 2025

Departs: 8:50am Addington

Arrives: 6pm Addington


Join Steam Incorporated, on a one-off journey behind recently restored DC 4818, as you travel from Christchurch to the beautiful coastal town of Kaikoura and return. This full-day rail adventure offers a unique blend of nostalgia and natural beauty, perfect for families, friends, and railway enthusiasts alike.

The Kekerengu Rail Cruise

$139/Adult

$109/Child


Saturday 15 March 2025

Departs: 3:20pm Blenheim

Arrives: 9pm Blenheim


Travel with Steam Incorporated, and take in the majestic Kaikoura Coastline. Dine at the edge of the Pacific in a special collaboration with The Store at Kekerengu.

Coming up next...

The Spiral Spectacular - Kapiti to Raurimu & Return

Sunday 27th April

The Heartland Flyer - Kapiti to Woodville & Return

Sunday 11th May


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