Day #6: Northern Explorer to Wellington

Ohakune to Wellington
Day Six begins with a trip up the northern face of Mt. Ruapehu for a view of Mt. Ngauruhoe, Mt. Tongariro, as well as aerial views of the central North Island. Following that, guests re-board the Northern Explorer to Wellington, enjoying the scenery of farmlands, coastline, and the picturesque Porirua Harbor entering Wellington.

Exploring Wellington
Exiting the Northern Explorer at the Wellington Railway Station, visitors check into the hotel. The rest of the evening is dedicated to exploring the culinary offerings of Queen's Wharf and Cuba Street. The galleries below show some of the main attractions of these two popular venues.
Queen's Wharf
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 Queen's Wharf Iron Gates
 Queen's Wharf Sails
 TSB Arena



Dockside Restaurant
 Shed 5
 Red Dog One Restaurant



Crab Shack
 Bin 44
 Rosie's Red Hot Cantina


 



Cuba Street Attractions


Cuba Street Fountain
 Rainbow Crossing
 Havana Bar
Fidel's Cafe Logan Brown Restaurant Plum Cafe


  Ivy Ives' Walking tour of Cuba Street


 

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