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Welcome!
Have you decided on taking a trip on a Steam Train to Taihape? Or are you still making up your mind?
Steam Train Sundays will run as part of the Overlander service on the following dates:
- 6June
- 20 June
- 4 July
- 18 July
- 1 August
- 15 August
- 29 August
- 12 September
- 26 September
- 10 October
- 24 October
That the trip is definately worth it is beyond a doubt and what Taihape has to offer is also pretty exciting. We promise you'll enjoy yourself during your 3-hour stop over!
Adult, Child and Senior Fares
From Wellington / Paraparaumu / Levin to Taihape and return
$162 per adult, $114 per child, $106 per senior* Specials are available been in now
From Palmerston North / Feilding / Marton to Taihape and return
$79 per adult, $55 per child, $71 per senior*
*Note that Senior fares are not available on the website. Bookings can be made by phoning us on 0800 TRAINS (872 467) or at your local Tranz Scenic accredited agent.
For bookings and more ticket information click here for the website or phone 0800 TRAINS (0800 872 467).
This web page shows what was for offer in 2008 when the train stopped off in Taihape, we will be updating this part of the website once supporting businesses and activities are confirmed.
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Gumboot Throwing (confirmed)
Taihape is New Zealand's Gumboot Capital with its Annual Gumboot Day and its permanent Gumboot Throwing Lane, located right next to the railway station.
For those train passengers that would like to try something new, the Gumboot Lane will be manned by Taihape Rotary while train passengers are in Taihape.
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Retail & Markets
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Cafe Exchange
Enjoy lunch and a cup of coffee at our cafe which is located next to the old post office, in Huia Street. For a complimentary coffee with your lunch, please print this voucher.
New World (confirmed)
We are open 7am till 9pm 7 days a week. Weekly New World advertised Super Deals, Bonus Buys, Coupon Book (when running), Instore Specials, come and check them out! click here for our listing.
Piccadilly&Co
Stockist of French Country and Portmeriion. Large selection of kitchen wares including Scanpan and Maxwell&Williams and glass ware. Lots & Lots to chose from. For more information and opening hours click here.
Soul Food Cafe (confirmed)
Visit us in Hautapu Street for lunch and refreshements. we sell a variety of kiwiana gifts and our French Bakery will be open. We offer a wide variety of products such as Pain au Raisin, Hazelnut Brioche and Chocolate Brioche. For more information about our cafe and what we offer click here.
Second Hand Market
Check out the bric-a-brac and assorted second hand goods.
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Activities
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Taihape Museum (confirmed)
The Taihape Museum will open its doors today from mid day till 3.30 pm. For more information on us and where we are, click here.
Gumboot Throwing
Try your hand at gumboot throwing (2 - 3pm) and, if you're lucky, enjoy pancakes and maple syrup hosted by the Rotary Club of Taihape at the Gumboot Throwing Lane, located right next to the railway station. | |
