Tui Express Sunday 12th October
Plimmerton to the Tui Brewery at Mangatainoka and return
Mainline Steam’s popular Tui Brewery trip returns with Steam locomotive Jb1236 (Joanne) and the fleet of Ao carriages featuring large panoramic windows, air conditioning and heating.
Travel from Plimmerton through Pukerua Bay overlooking the stunning coast line with views of Kapiti Island as we proceed north through Kapiti into the country side of the Manawatu. We pass through the Manawatu Gorge with spectacular views of the river and the remnants of the old highway now bypassed by the new The Te Ahu a Turanga highway over the Tararua ranges.
Our buffet carriage will have food and drinks available for purchase during the trip.
Upon arrival at Mangatainoka, a bus will transfer you to the Tui Brewery or feel free to take the 10-minute walk to the Brewery.
Our hosts at the Tui Brewery will serve a gourmet BBQ lunch in the original Flagon room with a complimentary drink (beer, cider, Sav) and you will receive the Mangatainoka Passport full of vouchers to redeem at the Brewery. Please purchase the lunch option when booking your train tickets.
Timetable:
Depart Plimmerton 7:45am Return 6:35pm
Depart Paraparaumu 8:25am Return 6:10pm
Depart Otaki 9:15am Return 5:25pm
Depart Levin 9:50am Return 4:55pm
Depart Palmerston North 10:50am Return 4:05pm
Depart Mangatainoka 2:25pm
Please be at your boarding station 10 minutes prior to departure with your tickets ready.
Tickets Prices
From Plimmerton or Paraparaumu: Adult $145. Child (under 16) $85
From Otaki or Levin: Adult $125. Child (under 16) $65
From Palmerston North: Adult $85. Child (under 16) $50
Tui Brewery BBQ Lunch and complementary drink: Adult $45. Child (under 16) $20
Limited Mobility Disclaimer
Our carriages may not be suitable for passengers with limited mobility. If you have any concerns, please contact us at: info@mainlinesteam.co.nz or 04 233 8131.
Please note if booking online a small percentage is added to the ticket price by the booking system.