Heritage Rail Adventures
by Steam Incorporated
Experience the scenic beauty of New Zealand with one of our lovingly restored vintage locomotives and carriages.
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Napier's Winter Deco Rail Experiences
Varies/Adult
Varies/Child
Varies/ Family
2 Adults, 2 children
Friday 17 July 2026
Departs: Varies
Arrives: Varies
Steam Incorporated is proud to announce an exciting new chapter in our Art Deco rail programme, delivered in partnership with the Cancer Society! This new winter offering combines the elegance and charm of the Art Deco era with the atmosphere of heritage rail travel — all set against the crisp backdrop of Hawke’s Bay in Winter.
The Napier Escape
from $159/Adult
from $139/Child
Saturday 29 August 2026
Departs: 5:50am Paekakariki
Arrives: 22:28pm Paekakariki
Steam Incorporated's Napier Escape excursion in August 2026 offers a captivating diesel-hauled journey through New Zealand's North Island, blending heritage rail travel with the region's stunning landscapes. Departing from Paekākāriki, our beautifully restored heritage train traverses the picturesque countryside, culminating in the Art Deco city of Napier, to showcase the best of the region.
School Holiday Steam
$29/Adult
$29/Child
$99/ Family
2 Adults, 2 children
Sunday 12 July 2026
Departs: Varies
Arrives: Varies
Break the school holiday boredom this Sunday 12th July 2026 with a classic steam train outing the whole family will love! Join Steam Incorporated for scenic return trips between Paekākāriki and Porirua, hugging the stunning Kāpiti Coast and traversing the historic Escarpment line — complete with six tunnels between Pukerua Bay and Paekākāriki.
Signature High Tea's | Multiple Departures
$149/Adult
$149/Child
Sunday 2 August 2026
Departs: 1:15pm Paraparaumu
Arrives: 6:19pm Paraparaumu
Steam Incorporated’s Signature High Tea Experience offers an elegant afternoon of heritage rail travel and refined indulgence. Travel behind the 111-year-old steam locomotive Ab 608 Passchendaele from Paraparaumu or Waikanae on an intimate, premium excursion to picturesque Tatum, where guests will enjoy a traditional High Tea featuring a selection of sweet and savoury treats, accompanied by tea and coffee in a relaxed countryside setting. Limited numbers ensure a comfortable and memorable experience.
Multiple Departures throughout August - 2nd | 9th | 16th - Limited Space!
The Spring Fling Express
from $139/Adult
from $119/Child
Monday
Departs: 6:52am Paekakariki
Arrives: 9pm Paekakariki
Celebrate the arrival of spring in style aboard Steam Incorporated’s Spring Fling Express, a special heritage rail journey from the Kāpiti Coast and Manawatū through to Waipukurau for the opening weekend of Central Hawke’s Bay’s much-loved Spring Fling festivities.
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Membership is open to anyone who would like to support the Steam Inc. society.
There is a variety of voluntary activities to suit all people. Don’t let our name “Steam Inc” put you off. We have diesels and a variety of other tasks you can help us out.
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