Step onboard our lovingly restored heritage coaches, hauled by diesel locomotive DBR1254. Settle into your seats to enjoy this special trip down the Main Trunk Line to Hamilton, with the option to travel further south along the North Island Main Trunk to Te Kuiti and return.
Jump on board with the Glenbrook Vintage Railway for another easy day out by train - back by popular demand!
Hauled by heritage diesel locomotive DBR1254, this annual train journey sees us cruise down the North Island Main Trunk, through the rolling farmlands of the Waikato.
So hop on board as we step back in time – to how travel used to be – and experience the romance of traveling by rail!
Start Mother's Day weekend with a special treat for your mum, hop on the train from Waiuku or Glenbrook and choose from one of three fun activities with us today. Whether it be a special lunch and sampling some wine at the renowned Vilagrad winery, or spending a day at The Base, searching for something special for your special mum. A great option for the family is to catch a movie then settle in for a bit of lunch at one of the cafes or bars. Perhaps you might just want to stay on the train and go a little further to Te Kuiti. Either way, we're sure this will be a very unique, special and wonderful Mother's Day Eve experience not to be missed!
Start the day at Waiuku or Glenbrook where one of our friendly staff will be waiting to welcome you onboard. Free parking is available at either Waiuku or Glenbrook. Note: Pukekohe Station is currently closed while KiwiRail work to electrify the line.
Once we are on our way, settle in as our crew pass through serving your complimentary light refreshments. Enjoy the rural views as we make our way towards Hamilton where we arrive at Hamilton's - Rotokauri station at approximately 11.15am, right next to The Base to embark on one of your chosen options:
This day is sure to be a unique and special treat for your mother, and a lovely way to say 'thank you' for being an amazing mum!
For those choosing the popular luncheon at the Vilagrad winery, your bus transfer will be waiting and our staff will be on hand to assist you. The Vilagrad winery will be serving up a sumptuous buffet lunch for you to enjoy. While there, shout your mum to a sample (or a case) of the Vilagrad's wines!
Return Ex Auckland (Waiuku/Glenbrook)
Adult $159 | Child (2-14) $105
| Waiuku | dep. | 8.35am |
| Glenbrook | dep. | 9.05am |
| Rotokauri (The Base) | arr. | 11.15am |
| Vilagrad Winery | arr. | 11.50am |
| Vilagrad Winery | dep. | 3.30pm |
| Rotokauri (The Base) | dep. | 4.05pm |
| Glenbrook | arr. | 6.05pm |
| Waiuku | arr. | 6.35pm |
If you have chosen a day at The Base, then just head up and over the footbridge to start your day. Treat mum to something special for Mother's Day from one of the shops, or perhaps check out the movies then a café for lunch, or just do all three!
Return Ex Auckland (Waiuku/Glenbrook)
Adult $59 | Child (2-14) $39
| Waiuku | dep. | 8.35am |
| Glenbrook | dep. | 9.05am |
| Rotokauri (The Base) | arr. | 11.15am |
| Rotokauri (The Base) | dep. | 4.05pm |
| Glenbrook | arr. | 6.05pm |
| Waiuku | arr. | 6.35pm |
This option you can choose to continue on the train to the King Country town of Te Kuiti. The journey south of Hamilton sees us pass through a quick succession of rural towns. To our right will be the majestic Pirongia Mountain as we traverse the rich Waikato farming pasture. South of Te Awamutu we pass over the Puniu River, entering the King Country. After we pass through Otorohanga, you may catch a glimpse of the Rangitoto Ranges to the left. From here it is only a short gallop into Te Kuiti.
At Te Kuiti you will have an hour to stretch your legs, visit the Gallagher Meads Brothers Exhibition, or explore the town. Meanwhile we will turn the locomotive around on the turntable (this is quite fun to watch from the new footbridge) then depart back north. Our licensed food and drinks trolley service will be operating - so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey back.
Return Ex Auckland (Waiuku/Glenbrook)
Adult $99 | Child (2-14) $69
| Waiuku | dep. | 8.35am |
| Glenbrook | dep. | 9.05am |
| Te Kuiti | arr. | 1.15pm |
| Te Kuiti | dep. | 2.05pm |
| Glenbrook | arr. | 6.05pm |
| Waiuku | arr. | 6.35pm |
Waiuku (Victoria Ave) Station
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Access is off Victoria Ave or Kitchener Road (old New World).
Street parking is available along Victoria Avenue. Please do not park in the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club on Victoria Ave.
Glenbrook Station
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Departing from the Short Loading Platform.
Access is via Glenbrook Station Road.
Free parking is available in the main carpark.
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Seating Information
We aim to seat passengers from the same booking together. You will be allocated at least one window seat for bookings of 2 or more (subject to availability). Where possible, seats will be turned to face the direction of travel (pairs and singles) or to face each other (groups). If you are traveling with people on a different booking or have another specific request then please email us as soon as possible at [email protected] and we will try and accommodate your request the best we can. Your allocated seat and carriage details will be on your boarding pass which will be emailed to you at least 2-3 days before your departure date.
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Your ticket includes return train travel. Tickets for Option 1 - Buffet Lunch at Vilagrad Winery includes bus transfers and Buffet Lunch.
