Experience Ōamaru’s festivities

Discover Ōamaru’s annual festivals on The Extended Victorian! With a 4-hour stop, you have plenty of time to grab some lunch, explore local events and enjoy the festive atmosphere in this charming little town.

The Extended Victorian | 9.5 hours | Destination: Ōamaru (4 hour stop)

Train Trip Highlights:

Travel between the countryside and rugged coastline to the North Otago town of Ōamaru.
Experience one of Ōamaru’s annual festivals including the Steampunk Festival in June and the Ōamaru Heritage Celebrations in November
Dine in at one of the local cafes or restaurants and browse a variety of charming shops and boutique stores.
Click here for things to do in Ōamaru
June: Learn about the Steampunk Festival here
November: Explore the Ōamaru Heritage Celebrations here

The train will stop at the Oamaru train station, which is a 10-minute walk from the Victorian Precinct. There may be a bus available between the station and town centre for a small fee. For more information about this train excursion, please see our FAQ’s page. Terms & Conditions apply.