Used to do this trip when I was a child behind the massive Ka Steam locomotives of New Zealand Railways . These were 1400 HP 4-8-4 (FEF) locos built in NZ. Now that was a trip!
When I was a child, growing-up in rural Canterbury, my father worked as a Station Master. He received discount rail travel anywhere within N.Z. I regularly rode the 'Scenic Daylight Express' to Auckland. Viewing your video has brought back memories of the trips I did. It is one of the most specactular rail journeys in the world.
Great video although not long enough, back in the days when tourists were allowed to visit!! I remember the old days, Wellington to Auckland by steam, stopping at Ohakune and Taumarunui for the obligatory pie on a thick railway plate and thick mug of tea. Then came the Silver Fern railcar and the Silver Star sleeper train, all long gone now. Music far too loud, switch it down a bit 👍!!
When will Auckland and Wellington be connected by high-speed rail? The current trip is over 10 hrs and its faster to just drive it or fly. HSR would be super cool.
This was one of the most expected experiences in my trip to New Zealand last October... and the train was cancelled due to operational reasons, they took us in bus instead 😭... well, one more reason to go back to NZ some day 😊
one time i had to go on this railway on accident because i accidentally went to welington airport instead needing to go to auckland airport so i can go to auckland we were going to take a flight but since its more fun on the nothern explorer and that its easier we just got on the train 20 minutes after landing in the airport
Nice video. I did the reverse journey about 25 years ago, carriages were a bit more primitive then! On the plus side though, it was fairly easy to blag a cab ride back then, I had a great time.
I liked it. Could have done with more video of Orakei Basin and Hobson Bay, and the harbour side coming in to Auckland. You could get your additional footage from any old train through that route, and then you could promote the Northern Explorer "...as the best way to arrive in Auckland", or similar. (probably some form of boat is better, but hey, its better than a plane/taxi combo!)
If you think that's good music I would hate to have to listen to your collection, it totally spoiled the vid, in the right setting it might be alright if you like that sort of thing but on this no way.
Those are all the old Auckland suburban passenger "SA" cars, powered by DC and DFT class diesels as a push/pull type arrangement. They are ex-British Rail Mk2 carriages that have been rebuilt and regauged. They were due to be shipped off to Southern African countries a while ago but they're still parked up at Taumaranui for some reason
Totally loved all the scenery footage, but the thing that totally annoyed me was the young people standing in the viewing carriage, looking at their phones but still taking up a vantage point that someone else could have used.
@@otureisio4348 As I said the music is ok it just didn't really suit the vid, in a bar or club it would have been fine. thanks for the nice reply and not getting annoyed with my comment.
Very good quick summary of the route. But....the soundtrack adds Nothing to the enjoyment and is such a meaningless irritant. I turned it off, never mind the commentary. Let the images speak for themselves.
Love this train videos, however this horrible irritating flippen crap music made me stop looking inbfew seconds. Please stop this rubbish music. Rather listen to train wheels on tracks
@@otureisio4348 There are several comments from others here who also do not like the music, so not as popular as you think. New Zealand is a beautiful, peaceful country and I would not dream of sightseeing with the constant noise of that music spoiling the tranquility, so why put it on a video?
Used to do this trip when I was a child behind the massive Ka Steam locomotives of New Zealand Railways . These were 1400 HP 4-8-4 (FEF) locos built in NZ. Now that was a trip!
When I was a child, growing-up in rural Canterbury, my father worked as a Station Master. He received discount rail travel anywhere within N.Z. I regularly rode the 'Scenic Daylight Express' to Auckland. Viewing your video has brought back memories of the trips I did. It is one of the most specactular rail journeys in the world.
Instablaster.
This was one of the best journey experienced in NZ, 100% recommended beautiful views in everywhere....
Did this trip in March 2019. Absolutely sensational.
That is one beautiful train ride. beautiful country, thanks for a very ou standing video (From the USA)
John Moore Are you looking to visit New Zealand?
45 years ago i was an assistant guard on this but we didn't have a fancy name, we were called the rattler. it was great fun.
I'm a train and I approve this video!!!
Great video although not long enough, back in the days when tourists were allowed to visit!! I remember the old days, Wellington to Auckland by steam, stopping at Ohakune and Taumarunui for the obligatory pie on a thick railway plate and thick mug of tea. Then came the Silver Fern railcar and the Silver Star sleeper train, all long gone now. Music far too loud, switch it down a bit 👍!!
very beautiful country
When will Auckland and Wellington be connected by high-speed rail? The current trip is over 10 hrs and its faster to just drive it or fly. HSR would be super cool.
Wonderful ☺️
Very well put together video Bobby - well done.
This was one of the most expected experiences in my trip to New Zealand last October... and the train was cancelled due to operational reasons, they took us in bus instead 😭... well, one more reason to go back to NZ some day 😊
You gotta come back! This song is performed by kiwi opera trio Sole Mio th-cam.com/video/CORPm2QFdQ4/w-d-xo.html
My dream is to live in New Zealand.
Same but my dream came true as soon as I was born
Lived in nz for 9 years beautiful country with beautiful people .
Mine too
really well captured details of the journey and the shots! coming from someone who has taken this ride..
I really want to explore this beautiful country by train!
The commentary may be good if I could understand it over the thumping of the "music?". Beautiful trip though.
THE MUSIC WAS BEAST and I'm replying from your comment 2 years ago lol
SHOULD CUT THE DAMN MUSIC . SHOCKING
one time i had to go on this railway on accident because i accidentally went to welington airport instead needing to go to auckland airport so i can go to auckland
we were going to take a flight but since its more fun on the nothern explorer and that its easier we just got on the train 20 minutes after landing in the airport
Amazing video! Like!
Nice video. I did the reverse journey about 25 years ago, carriages were a bit more primitive then! On the plus side though, it was fairly easy to blag a cab ride back then, I had a great time.
...nowadays you can blog your cab ride ;)
Anthony Cassidy 😋
Great video.from Japan.
I liked it. Could have done with more video of Orakei Basin and Hobson Bay, and the harbour side coming in to Auckland. You could get your additional footage from any old train through that route, and then you could promote the Northern Explorer "...as the best way to arrive in Auckland", or similar. (probably some form of boat is better, but hey, its better than a plane/taxi combo!)
Awesome video!
We drove from AKL to WEL few years back, next trip will be by train. 👍
bmwman5 I don’t know if you are trying to use airport codes, but Wellington airport is WLG. AKL is correct
Nice clear video and narration and good music. I love music 10/10
If you think that's good music I would hate to have to listen to your collection, it totally spoiled the vid, in the right setting it might be alright if you like that sort of thing but on this no way.
I'd like to know where you get the secretcy line form. It's no secret, never has been, very heavy advertised
Got to love those sheds, and that awfull music! Train spotters ! a bread in them selves. dont you just love em........
This is Really a nice trip
A Spectacular visual effort utterly ruined by loud music!
Beutifull country. I love new Zealand. From india.
Umesh chandra Mahto New Zealand********** lol
Wait the SA sets are STILL parked there?
Ohhh commentary now!
The mountain is still active
I am surprised that most of the rail is electrified. This should be an example to the us and Australia, no?
Auckland suburban railway wasn't even electrified till recently though
Gherkins Galore really? Wow that’s crazy!
A very good video RUINED by annoying music! WHY? Because you think that everybody will enjoy the SAME style of music? You are WRONG if you think that!
The Nomad was here...
Very nice video! Really liked this "documentation"! Wherefore are all the passenger carriage at around 05:49?
Those are all the old Auckland suburban passenger "SA" cars, powered by DC and DFT class diesels as a push/pull type arrangement. They are ex-British Rail Mk2 carriages that have been rebuilt and regauged. They were due to be shipped off to Southern African countries a while ago but they're still parked up at Taumaranui for some reason
Done this years ago in 1997
how much is the fare from auckland to wellington on the northern explorer?
About 140.00 NZDs. Also depends on demand.
@@tauseefmian4978 I just reserved on December 8, 2022 and it is $219.
Totally loved all the scenery footage, but the thing that totally annoyed me was the young people standing in the viewing carriage, looking at their phones but still taking up a vantage point that someone else could have used.
It's hardly a secret they've got a website and now this video on youtube and everything...
Good video spoiled by strangely inappropriate "music". You should fix and repost. Then we could hear your comments.
These days the Waikato River looks like it's filled with sewage.
Highest speed of newzealend train?
Some people are really sticking their head out of that viewing carriage....
Was that burping in the music as it left Hamilton? odd
Yeah the dj was burping by accident when he wrote the song
4:45 Drop a like if u were just interested and hyped listening to Vexento's music(;
What is he a family member or something? hyped? annoyed more like.
@@cmpillred277 yep I'm a family member, of course, lol and I am hyped by that music lol and definitely not annoyed lol
@@otureisio4348 As I said the music is ok it just didn't really suit the vid, in a bar or club it would have been fine. thanks for the nice reply and not getting annoyed with my comment.
@@cmpillred277 ok that makes sense I still think the music did sort of fit in tho
Not too bad Bobby. Only one thing, you seriously need to work on your pronouncation aye. I mean come on that's not how you say Kapiti.
Very good quick summary of the route. But....the soundtrack adds Nothing to the enjoyment and is such a meaningless irritant. I turned it off, never mind the commentary. Let the images speak for themselves.
Enjoy this videos, but this horrible flippen music make me sick
Pity about awful accompaniment music. Awful rubbish music get rid please ruins video.
hello ,,,just wanna ask if can be frens,,,i liked your vedio
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The music is atrocious
Love this train videos, however this horrible irritating flippen crap music made me stop looking inbfew seconds. Please stop this rubbish music. Rather listen to train wheels on tracks
Love the country, love the trains, but please get rid of that nauseating music- it spoils rather than enhances your otherwise excellent video.
what u on about its beast must ITS VEXENT he's really popular pretty catchy as well
@@otureisio4348 There are several comments from others here who also do not like the music, so not as popular as you think.
New Zealand is a beautiful, peaceful country and I would not dream of sightseeing with the constant noise of that music spoiling the tranquility, so why put it on a video?
@@MervynPartin it actually is its just not around this area I still like new Zealand lol and it does suit it anyway who cares what music lol