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Escorted Tour

20 Tunnel Rail-Cart Journey Along the Forgotten Highway

3 day adventure

Adventure at a relaxed pace; explore the hidden valleys of New Zealand’s hinterland by specially-designed self-drive rail carts. Glide along decommissioned heritage railway lines, guided through native bush and open hill country, across bridges, through the 20 historic tunnels and rural settlements that have long-since faded away. Roll on the rails amidst breathtaking landscapes and discover a different vista as you emerge from each new tunnel.

The end of the line is the ‘Republic of Whangamomona’ – world famous in New Zealand!

Spend a night in its historic hotel to mix with the locals before travelling back on the Forgotten Highway. A great way to experience pure rural New Zealand.

Your travel itinerary

Monday 15 March

Auckland – Taumarunui

Lunch Dinner

Depart in comfort on the Northern Explorer train for our journey through the central North Island to Taumarunui. Lunch on board. On arrival transfer to our accommodation for one night and later visit New Zealand’s largest Alpaca farm for afternoon tea. A beautiful property to get up close with these friendly and unique animals. Return to Taumarunui for dinner at the Taumarunui RSA.

Tuesday 16 March

Taumarunui - Whangamomona

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

First breakfast, then embark on our guided rail cart journey along the Forgotten World Railway – cameras at the ready! Meandering along the decommissioned railway lines through these remote and untamed yet serene King Country back blocks. Through 20 tunnels over 82km, you’ll be immersed in the Forgotten World and its colourful history. Arrive late afternoon with time to explore the ‘Republic of Whangamomona’. Your overnight stay in the iconic 100-year-old Whangamomona Hotel will only add to this memorable journey.

Wednesday 17 March

Whangamomona – Auckland

Breakfast

This morning, trade the Forgotten World Railway for the Forgotten Highway as we coach State Highway 43 back to Taumarunui. Ariving at the train station to meet the Northern Explorer, arriving in Auckland early evening.

Inclusions

• Return Northern Explorer train travel

• All transfers while on tour

• Meals as specified

• 2 nights’ accommodation (Taumarunui / Whangamomona )

• 20 Tunnel guided adventure rail tour

• Ultimate Alpaca Farm experience

• Pukekohe Travel escort (subject to 12 people travelling)

Cost

Cost Per Person * Auckland - Auckland	Twin Share	Single
	$ 1,189	$ 1,256

*This is a cash or cheque price. Credit cards will incur a 2% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

• Domestic travel insurance – ask us for a quote

• Water and drink bottle for the 20 Tunnels tour

• Items of a personal nature

• Items unspecified

Booking Conditions

• A non-refundable deposit of $300 per person will secure a place on the tour

• Full payment by Friday 15 January 2021

Cancellations

• Deposit is non refundable

• After full payment 15 January 2021 – no refund is available

• All cancellation charges are on a per person basis

• It is highly recommended that clients take out Travel Insurance – please ask us for a quote

Health and Fitness

• To ensure the tour is enjoyable for the whole group, a reasonable standard of fitness is required.

• Mobility frames, scooters and wheelchairs are not practical or permitted

Booking Form

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* Itinerary subject to change

Rail-Cart Journey