A BRITISH RAILWAYS MECHANICAL ENGINEERS VISIT TO NZ - 1986. As a Guest of the then NZGR in 1986, I was able to make a trip over the Lyttelton Harbour to Greymouth route in the cabs of various locos hauling freight trains. The only "passenger" train at the time was one operated for miners daily. But what stunned me was the incredible views and rampant "weathering" processes clearly visible at numerous locations, of which I have many photos. So on my return to Wellington, I had a talk with the then Managing Director, and strongly urged him to consider running a "tourist train" over this route using coaching stock which should include roof windows to increase interior lighting & viewing !!! So it's nice to see some film of the train I suggested in 1986. Which appears to to be just what I envisaged, and seems to be operating successfully for the benefit of not just tourists, but the current rail operator.
Hey guys, i came across your video as we are thinking of doing it sometime September this year. Just wondering if they stop to all stations and are all passengers allowed to hop off even just to wander around for a few minutes? Lovin your vids guys! Keep it up!✌
Hi Chuck! They stop several times but most of these stops are very short to allow people to get on and off the train. But they have a longer stop at Arthur's Pass, you can take several pictures with views at the meantime. If you're going back the same day, they have about an hour-long stop in Greymouth, plenty of time to have a walk. Maybe you can get out on other stops as well but I'm not sure about that... Hope this helps :)
@@theStyleJungle i'm srilankan and MY dream is to grow up and come to new Zealand. i know nz is very beautiful but watching this video made it even more so. I'ill continue to watch your youtube videos. all the best keep uploads videos....
THIS TRAIN JOURNEY WAS QUITE EPIC! HAVE YOU TRAVELLED ON ONE OF THOSE TRAINS OR WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRY?
Would like to try this one during peak winter while its snowing 🤩🤩🤩
Yeah, we're sure it's a wonderful experience 🙂
So beautiful, you have a very good camera, this is very good video
Thanks! In most cases, it's not the camera, it's the hands holding it that makes a difference 😊
Thank you! Now I know what kind of travel influencer I want to be. Amazing jacket btw
Thanks Patrick!
Looks fantastic! I hope to do this early next year when (if) NZ opens its borders with Australia. Cheers.
Thanks for watching Paul! Yes, it's quite a cool experience and the views are stunning! We all hope for borders to open next year, so fingers crossed!
Did you ever go?
A BRITISH RAILWAYS MECHANICAL ENGINEERS VISIT TO NZ - 1986.
As a Guest of the then NZGR in 1986, I was able to make a trip over the Lyttelton Harbour to Greymouth route in the cabs of various locos hauling freight trains. The only "passenger" train at the time was one operated for miners daily. But what stunned me was the incredible views and rampant "weathering" processes clearly visible at numerous locations, of which I have many photos.
So on my return to Wellington, I had a talk with the then Managing Director, and strongly urged him to consider running a "tourist train" over this route using coaching stock which should include roof windows to increase interior lighting & viewing !!!
So it's nice to see some film of the train I suggested in 1986. Which appears to to be just what I envisaged, and seems to be operating successfully for the benefit of not just tourists, but the current rail operator.
Great video!! I really want to experience the trans alphine train.. 😊👍 you got a new subscriber.
Thanks very much! Appreciate it 🙂
Yes, it was a lovely experience, I'm sure you'll like it 😊
Best regards,friend !
Nice. Been on that and what a beautiful journey!!
It sure is! Thanks for watching the video :)
Great video guys 👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Hi, what month did you do this train ride?
Hello! Early July - middle of NZ winter 🙂
Nice video. What time of year was it filmed?
Thanks! Early July, so mid winter 🙂
Magnefico. I can't wait to be there soon this February 2021 God willing 🙏 Hello, From The Philippines 👍
We hope you'll make it here soon! Stay safe!
@@theStyleJungle thanks Guys, Be safe also🙏👍
@@DavidJr.11 Thanks very much!
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Hey guys, i came across your video as we are thinking of doing it sometime September this year. Just wondering if they stop to all stations and are all passengers allowed to hop off even just to wander around for a few minutes? Lovin your vids guys! Keep it up!✌
Hi Chuck! They stop several times but most of these stops are very short to allow people to get on and off the train. But they have a longer stop at Arthur's Pass, you can take several pictures with views at the meantime. If you're going back the same day, they have about an hour-long stop in Greymouth, plenty of time to have a walk. Maybe you can get out on other stops as well but I'm not sure about that... Hope this helps :)
@@theStyleJungle awesome! Thanks for that, totally good to know. Have now booked for a trip this September. Boohyeah!🤙✌
wonderfull video and are you NZ ?
Thanks! Yes, we live in NZ 🙂
@@theStyleJungle i'm srilankan and MY dream is to grow up and come to new Zealand. i know nz is very beautiful but watching this video made it even more so. I'ill continue to watch your youtube videos. all the best keep uploads videos....
@@lklakiya4483 Thanks very much! Appreciate it 🙂
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DO YOU LIKE TRAVELLING BY TRAIN? DO YOU KNOW OTHER SCENIC TRAIN TRIPS AROUND THE WORLD?
yes we like it
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Nice video😌🥰✌️
Thanks very much 😊