A two day Christchurch - Greymouth steam hauled adventure. This year Jb1236 will take us through the heart of the Southern Alps for our overnight stay in Greymouth.
 
This is an excellent time of year to traverse the South Island's coast to coast rail route, with snow on the ranges and mountains within the spectacular Arthur's Pass National Park.
 
Accommodation is at the Kingsgate Hotel in Greymouth with dinner on Saturday night and breakfast on Sunday morning included in the price. Book early to ensure you get a seat on this popular excursion as seats are strictly limited with little chance of adding extra's.
 
The train departs Christchurch on the 9th at 8:45am and arrives back in Christchurch at 5pm on the 10th.
 
Mainline Steam is an organisation devoted to the restoration and operation of historic mainline steam locomotives. Regular day excursions and multi-day tours are operated, by Mainline Steam, over rail lines thoroughout New Zealand.
 
These excursions provide travellers with the unique opportunity to relive the days when steam was king while experiencing the magnificent New Zealand countryside. 
 
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