Steam Train Experience

All aboard our steam train to Waiuku

First Class Experience

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Our History

Learn about our history and future

The Glenbrook Vintage Railway was founded in 1970 to preserve, rebuild, and operate the old Waiuku Branch Railway between Glenbrook and Waiuku.

Over the years, our passionate volunteers fundraised to acquire locomotives and carriages from around the country, as well as cutting back the gorse that had overgrown the railway line using machetes. The fully working railway that is the Glenbrook Vintage Railway you see today is a testament to the vision, dedication, and hard work of these founding members.

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Steam Train Experience

Steam Train Experience

Selected Dates

Take a trip aboard our steam train through the beautiful countryside

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First Class Experience

First Class Experience

Selected Dates

Treat yourself to a First Class Experience featuring High Tea on the train!

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The Sheep Muster Express

The Sheep Muster Express

29 March 2025

Catch the train to the Great New Zealand Muster at Te Kuiti!

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Waiuku Steel 'N' Wheels Festival 2025

Waiuku Steel 'N' Wheels Festival 2025

13 April 2025

Ride the GVR Steam Train to Waiuku where the Waiuku Steel 'n' Wheels festival is taking place for 2025!

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The Ruapehu Scenic Daylight

The Ruapehu Scenic Daylight

27 April 2025

All aboard to the central plateau by train! Take a trip up the Sky Waka or take the full journey to historic Ohakune - Departs Waiuku, Glenbrook, Pukekohe & Hamilton.

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The Raurimu Spiral Explorer

The Raurimu Spiral Explorer

27 April 2025

Explore the Great Viaducts and Raurimu Spiral on this epic railway adventure from Ohakune to Raurimu and Return!

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Vine and Dine Express

Vine and Dine Express

4 May 2025

Whether an early Mother's Day treat or a special family outing. Enjoy a sumptuous luncheon at Vilagrad Winery, a shopping spree at the Base, or just a family day out aboard this special heritage train journey from Waiuku/Glenbrook/Pukekohe.

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The Te Kuiti Trekker

The Te Kuiti Trekker

4 May 2025

Muster your family and friends and jump onboard this little train adventure from Hamilton to Te Kuiti and return on our unique heritage train.

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Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 12 Day Rail Tour

Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 12 Day Rail Tour

11 June 2025

Join us as we travel the North Island by Steam and Diesel

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Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 5 Day Mini Tour - AKL/HAM to Ohakune & Return

Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 5 Day Mini Tour - AKL/HAM to Ohakune & Return

11 June 2025

Join us as we travel the North Island by Steam and Diesel from Auckland/Hamilton to Ohakune and Return

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Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 7 Day Mini Tour - AKL/HAM to Napier

Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 7 Day Mini Tour - AKL/HAM to Napier

11 June 2025

Join us as we travel the North Island by Steam and Diesel from Auckland/Hamilton to Napier

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Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 5 Day TRAIN ONLY - AKL to Palmerston North

Great North Island Steam & Diesel Tour - 5 Day TRAIN ONLY - AKL to Palmerston North

11 June 2025

A TRAIN ONLY option for those who wish to be more independent.

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East & West Rail Tour 2025

East & West Rail Tour 2025

28 October 2025

Explore the best of the North Island - only with the Glenbrook Vintage Railway!

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Help our volunteers restore and maintain our locomotives, carriages, and railway for the enjoyment of future generations. Donate online now!

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