26th July 2025 | A Mid-Winter Christmas High Tea
Celebrate Christmas in July with a festive high tea experience aboard our scenic train to Timaru! Champagne, yuletide cheer, and delectable treats await.
Details:
- Christchurch to Timaru, return
- Departing Christchurch Railway Station at 10.15am, returning at 4.05pm
- Enjoy 90 minutes to explore Timaru!
- High tea & Champagne along the journey
- The Court Theatre's 'Uptrain, Downtrain: Midwinter Merriment' theatre show
- Price: $449 per person
- Departing 26th July 2025
Join us on for a festive celebration like no other!
Join us for a journey of high tea and high drama as we travel to Scargill Abbey. From the team that brought you Murder Mystery on the Tormore Express, meet a new cast of characters full of elegance, wit and intrigue.
Uncover the latest scandal, give advice on which suitor to accept, or just sit back and watch the drama unfold.
Departing at 10:15 am, you’ll indulge in a platter and a glass of bubbly as you travel south to Timaru, where you'll have an hour and a half of free time to explore the charming streets.
On your return journey, enjoy a delicious Christmas-themed high tea featuring three-tiered cake stands filled with festive treats, traditional Christmas lunch items, and merry décor to get you into the holiday spirit.
With crackers to pop and champagne to sip, this is the perfect way to celebrate Christmas in July.
Limited seats available—book now to secure yours!
Mid-Winter Christmas High Tea
Picture yourself, sipping champagne, indulging in festive treats, and enjoying the festive atmosphere celebrating Christmas, in winter, in New Zealand?
Whether you’re treating yourself, your friends, or loved ones, this unforgettable journey is the ultimate mid-winter indulgence. Seats are filling fast—secure yours today and join us for a festive day to remember!
"How could I pick one thing! The actors were amazing. The staff serving food and drink did a great job. We loved the train trip. We loved dressing for the night. We loved the night!"
Dorothy, Tormore Express, Washington