Journey 82km along the line through breathtaking scenery and 21 hand-cut tunnels including the longest at 1.5km. Traverse impressive hand-built bridges and pass through the back-country townships of Matiere, Ōhura, Tokirima, Heao and Tāngarākau before pulling into the Republic. Visit the Whangamōmona Hotel, one of New Zealand’s most remote country hotels and the embodiment of the community’s rich and quirky history. Uncover the Māori ancestry and pioneering heritage that have helped shape this remarkable region.

With two departure options, choose to travel from Taumarunui to Whangamōmona or do the trip in reverse from Whangamōmona to Taumarunui.