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PBS (US)
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2018-06-01
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The 1830 introduction of the steam engine blazed a trail linking the East Coast to the West, transforming the United States and Canada into industrial powerhouses. Only a few steam engines remain operational today, painstakingly and lovingly preserved by a dedicated army of mostly volunteers scattered throughout the U.S. and Canada.
There is no Next Episode of Great Scenic Railway Journeys planned.
S1E11 - Part 1 of 3. A tour of New Zealand aboard its heritage trains.
Journey to New Zealand were we profile the best rail journeys that country has to offer. On the north island just south of Auckland, take a trip back in time on one of New Zealand's premier heritage trains, the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. From there we venture to the North East coastal town of Coromandel and one of the most unique railways in the world.
Air Date: 10 Aug 2018 18:00 (CDT)
S1E12 - Part 2 of 3. A tour of New Zealand aboard its heritage trains.
Continuing to profile the best rail journeys that New Zealand has to offer. The Overlander takes you through the North Island while The Trans Coastal winds down the eastern coast of the south; and the Trans Alpine rides across the Southern Alps. And experience the rugged terrain of the south island with the Taieri George railway. Part 2
Air Date: 17 Aug 2018 18:00 (CDT)
S1E13 - Conclusion. A tour of New Zealand aboard its heritage trains. The Season 1 finale.
More of the best rail journeys in New Zealand. The Kingston flyer is built for speed, with a fascinating history of what brought this railway to this inland point and why it's locked in time. See two locomotives that are the only of their kind still in operation. And board the steam ship TSS Earnslaw to learn more about the rail's integral role in the rugged area around Queenstown.
Air Date: 24 Aug 2018 18:00 (CDT)