Napier Road-Train Journey
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Port
Napier, New Zealand
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
12,16,60
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$80
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 1½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
All aboard the cushioned carriages of the Hawkes Bay Express wheeled road train for a ride back through time, accompanied by informative commentary.
Heading along Marine Parade, you'll have seascape views of Cape Kidnappers.
The train passes right through the heart of downtown Napier, with its numerous landmarks and fabulous Art Deco buildings.
Ascend Bluff Hill, stopping at the top for photos.
You will hear the history of the massive 1931 earthquake and the subsequent rebuild.
At the Old Customs House, learn more through pictorial stories of the region's development. Return via Ahuriri, Napier's original port village.
Guests who wish to stay in town to shop or explore independently are welcome to do so, but must make their own way back to the ship.