From daylight ’til dark this was one of the best excursions I have ever experienced. The organisation was great, the personnel were friendly, engaging, knowledgeable and helpful. The rail journey was fun and the stopovers and refreshments were first class. Highly recommend to anyone with an interest in early NZ history, a love of the outdoors and even a smidgen of a sense of adventure. You will meet some lovely people, see some amazing scenery, and learn things about our country that will probably surprise and delight you.

Watermannz

Wellington, New Zealand

Expedition

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Expensive – yep. Worth it – yep. Recommend it – HELL YEP! We made a lifetime memory experiencing the Republic tour to Whangamomona on our petrol powered self drive converted golf cart…The FWA team were fantastic in…

Can’t recommend this incredible experience enough!! What a fantastic trip for any age! We went with our teenager and toddler and they are still talking about it now! The team are incredible and clearly very passionate about…

125annmarieh

The ride, the food, the views, the people. SENSATIONAL! One hell of an amazing experience. A must do for all New Zelanders and travellers. Staff were owesome. Great knowledge and very helpful.

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