Silver Fern Train and Moeraki Boulders

Silver Fern Train and Moeraki Boulders
Price: $219.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 7 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Snack, Beverage
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable, seasonal clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes
Restrictions Guests must be able to step in and out of the train. There are approximately 8 steps at the end of the path to access the beach. Not recommended for any guest with mobility problems.

Silver Fern Train and Moeraki Boulders

Skip the typical cruise line tours and opt to hop on the Silver Fern Railcar for a spectacular coastal train journey!

Meet up with your driver/guide at the Waitati Station for a day in Moeraki and Dunedin City that you won't soon forget. Start with a brief sightseeing tour of Dunedin including Signal Hill lookout, the Octagon city centre and the Grand Railway Station.

Once aboard the Silver Fern Railcar you will be treated to complimentary New Zealand wine or beer plus a local cheeseboard as you soak in beautiful rural and coastal views from your comfortable seat. This historic 92-passenger train operated regularly between Aukland and Wellington in the 1970s and 1980s and was recently brought back into operation.

Upon arrival in Moeraki, you will make your way to Moeraki Boulders Cafe for a snack or light lunch of fresh seafood (at your own expense) before making your way to Koekohe Beach to examine and photograph the famed Moeraki boulders.

These large, spherical boulders were formed in ancient sea floor sediments more than 4 million years ago and, according to Maori legend, were the remains of kumaras, calabashes and eel baskets that washed ashore following the wreck of the legendary canoe Araiteuru.

Next up is an in-depth tour of Dunedin City, New Zealand's best kept secret! This lively town is brimming with beautiful Victorian architecture, cozy cafes, and the vibrant University of Otago. While here, take in the highlights including Baldwin Street - the world' steepest road, the lush Olveston Gardens and Toitu Museum showcasing the city's first settlers.

This popular tour sells out fast as space is limited! Sign up today and remember to bring your camera for a day full of memorable moments.