Trinity Hill Vineyard Escape
19th September 2026
Welcome spring in style and step aboard The Trinity Hill Vintage Express for a magnificent, all-inclusive rail and epicurean adventure. We are heading to Hawke's Bay for an exclusive winery experience at one of New Zealand's most prestigious estates. Please note, this is a strictly R18 experience curated exclusively for adults.
The Journey and Onboard Experience
Sit back and indulge as our majestic steam locomotive sweeps you through changing landscapes, winding its way through the dramatic scenery of the Manawatū Gorge toward sunny Hawke's Bay. There is no better place to experience the romance and grandeur of mainline steam than from our open air viewing platform. It is the ultimate vantage point for taking stunning photos, capturing the thunderous echo of the engine, and taking in the fresh spring breeze.
Throughout the entire journey, our onboard licensed café carriage will be at your service. You can purchase a range of premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments, fresh hot coffees, teas, and sweet treats to enjoy right from your seat as the scenery rolls elegantly by.
The Destination: Trinity Hill Vineyard
Our tracks lead straight to Hastings, where a private coach awaits at the platform to escort you directly to the legendary Trinity Hill Vineyard in the globally acclaimed Gimblett Gravels district. This exclusive afternoon centers completely around celebrated viticulture. You will go behind the cellar door for an insider's tour to discover their world class winemaking craft and rich heritage. Afterward, you will unwind on the stunning estate grounds with a curated artisan lunch box featuring your choice of a hand-crafted sandwich, such as the bold Beef and Kraut with pickles and cheese, an elegant Chicken and Tarragon, or a vibrant Salad and Hummus with salsa verde. Accompanied by a savory scone, sweet slice, and fresh fruit, your estate lunch is paired perfectly with a complimentary glass of Trinity Hill's flagship Hawke's Bay Collection Wine.
Space in these premium carriages is strictly limited to preserve the intimate nature of this estate experience, so secure your tickets today for an exceptional spring day out on the rails.
Itinerary
Timetable (Approximate)
Morning – Northbound to Hastings
Plimmerton depart – 5:25am
Paraparaumu depart – 5:55am
Ōtaki depart – 6:30am
Levin depart – 7:00am
Palmerston North depart – 8:10am
Woodville depart – 8:55am
Hastings arrive – 11:55am
On arrival into Hastings, passengers transfer by coach to Trinity Hill Vineyard.
Afternoon – Return Journey
Hastings depart – 4:00pm
Woodville depart – 6:50pm
Palmerston North depart – 7:50pm
Levin depart – 8:45pm
Ōtaki depart – 9:15pm
Paraparaumu depart – 9:45pm
Plimmerton arrive – 10:15pm