Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Dunedin to Pukerangi)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Small group experience (max 15 guests)
- Hotel drop-off in Queenstown
- Water and snacks provided on the bus only (not available on the train)
- Hotel pickup in Dunedin
- Restroom on board
Meeting Location
22 Anzac Avenue
Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Queenstown
New Zealand
You will be dropped to your centrally located Queenstown accommodation
What To Expect
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Dunedin Railways (pass by)
Taieri Gorge Railway
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Pukerangi
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Bathans
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ophir Historic Bridge
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cromwell (pass by)
Kawarau Falls (pass by)
Queenstown (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway?
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Activity code: C-56760P81
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own).
- Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Dunedin to Pukerangi).
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person.
- Small group experience (max 15 guests).
- Hotel drop-off in Queenstown.
- Water and snacks provided on the bus only (not available on the train).
- Hotel pickup in Dunedin.
- Restroom on board.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Taieri Gorge Train ticket (Dunedin to Pukerangi)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Small group experience (max 15 guests)
- Hotel drop-off in Queenstown
- Water and snacks provided on the bus only (not available on the train)
- Hotel pickup in Dunedin
- Restroom on board
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
