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    Goldfields Railway

    85 Reviews
    #3 of 16 things to do in Waihi
    Scenic Railroads, Tours
    30 Wrigley Street, Waihi 3610, New Zealand
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    “It is still worth the trip in the rain!”

    7km of the old main line now run as a tourist railway in the area of gold mining and gorge/gorgeous... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    rogerrobert98
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    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
    “All most always closed, really bad customer services.”

    Worst thing I have ever paid money for. Very rude people and all round terrible experience. I felt... read more

    Reviewed 1 March 2018
    Kelynge E
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    4.5
    85 reviews
    • Excellent58%
    • Very good36%
    • Average5%
    • Poor0%
    • Terrible1%
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    30 Wrigley Street, Waihi 3610, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    It is still worth the trip in the rain!

    7km of the old main line now run as a tourist railway in the area of gold mining and gorge/gorgeous scenery. If you are passing by stop at one end, draw lots as to who takes the car to the other end and the rest...More

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    Reviewed 1 March 2018
    All most always closed, really bad customer services.

    Worst thing I have ever paid money for. Very rude people and all round terrible experience. I felt the thing was a complete con from start to finish and fell let down by the people who work there.More

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    Chris C, Public Relations Manager at Goldfields Railway, responded to this reviewResponded 7 March 2018

    HI Mr lucas England of zen foods i hope you are aware that a post such as this is not only slanderous but fraudulant and misrepresentative. We are confident that you have not ridden on our train and know that you are not a tourist...More

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    Reviewed 28 February 2018 via mobile
    A train trip in Waihi on a rainy day

    Started in Waihi and ended in Waikino Takes about 1/2 an hour The train was built in the 1930’s Great if you want something to do with your children and even for something to do on a rainy day We had lunch at the half...More

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    Reviewed 16 February 2018
    A enjoyable trip on Goldfields Railway

    We decided to go on a return trip on Goldfields Railway from Waihi to Waikino and booked our tickets online, as it was during school term a minimum of 4 people need to be travelling for the train to run, we need not have worried...More

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    Reviewed 31 January 2018 via mobile
    Fantastic experience for adults and children.

    I can not speak highly enough of this train ride. My 3 children (2,3 and 4) all enjoyed his experience. They loved being able to go out the back of the train and stand in the open air carriages. It wasn’t the best day in...More

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    Reviewed 23 January 2018 via mobile
    Great value

    We were taken here on a day trip from Tauranga. The ride is thirty minutes each direction. A nice eating place is available during the 45 minute turnaround stop.

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    Reviewed 17 January 2018 via mobile
    Quaint! Thank you!

    Everyone in Waihi and Waikino should take a trip on this heritage train. A quaint journey with friendly informative staff. Interesting museum to visit and learn more about the gold industry. Would recommend allowing at least 2 hours to do the journey and the museum....More

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    Chris C, Director of Sales at Goldfields Railway, responded to this reviewResponded 19 January 2018

    Hi guys thank you so much for the kind words. Hopefully we will see you again (currency exchange gods allowing). Hope the UK is not too cold, a balmy 27 Deg c here today. Stay well. GFR team.

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    Reviewed 19 December 2017
    A definite must do!

    So happy the train is back up and running. A great day out for the family and the kids never get tired of it. Take a picnic lunch with you to enjoy at Victoria Battery, or if you're feeling a bit more relaxed have a...More

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    Reviewed 10 June 2017
    Day out with grandson

    I had a lovely day out with my son and his little son aged four. The day was a lovely sunny winters day and the air was still. The staff were very friendly and helpful and were prepared to run the train just for us...More

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    Reviewed 25 April 2017
    Fun for all ages

    This is a great journey back in time. From the 1880's Railway Stations to the period Carriages. Best travelled on a fine day, you can travel either from Waihi or Waikino. There are options for one way or return trips. The Train travels at a...More

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    ashleywww
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    Response from Chris C | Property representative |
    Absolutely the trail begins at waihi station from Waikino it begins over the river. A 5 min walk away. You can take bikes on the train.
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