Marlborough to Kaikōura
Today the
"Cities and Seas" tour boards the second train in the journey,
the Coastal Pacific, taking it one stop to Kaikōura, arriving in
the evening. The train hugs the coastline, offering mountain
view on one side and sea views on the other.
Sky Omaka
Aviation Museum Tour
Prior to boarding the Coastal Pacific, guests stop at the Sky
Omaka Aviation Museum. Located in the city of Blenheim, it is a
world-renowned museum that bring the history of aviation to
light with a focus on the airplanes of World War I and II. Known
for its immersive, cinematic display, the museum showcases
meticulously restored aircraft alongside lifelike dioramas and
dramatic scenes that capture the intensity of aerial combat and
the bravery of pilots. The impressive collection includes rare
planes, such as original and replica fighter aircraft, and a
range of military artifacts the reveal the technological
evolution of flight. The Omaka Aviation Museum offers a
compelling experience for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs,
and anyone interested in the ingenuity and courage of early
aviators.
