Duration: 15 Days
Price: from NZ$9,499
Departure From: Auckland
Departure Date: Monthly Departures
Tour Type: Escorted Tour
Meal Plan: B&B and selected meals
Physical Grading: 2/5
ENQUIRE NOWJoin us on this scenic guided New Zealand rail highlights tour through the heart and soul of New Zealand. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and geology as you travel off the beaten track through New Zealand’s regions.
Travelling from Auckland to Queenstown on each of the Great Journeys, your New Zealand rail highlights tour wil enable you to enjoy the changing landscapes, local tales, terrific hospitality and a rail-based New Zealand holiday that will live long in the memory.
This is the perfect option for those who enjoy free time to create their own adventure while having the structure of a guided expert. Meet like-minded travellers and share this journey of a lifetime on a truly magnificent expedition.
Boarding in Auckland, your first few days are aboard our Northern Explorer train travelling through the volcanic heart of the North Island. Cruising between islands, the Interislander journey takes a leisurely course around Wellington Harbour and through the magnificent Marlborough Sounds to Picton.
From Picton, you’ll voyage through vineyards and along the Pacific Coast to Kaikoura and then Christchurch aboard the Coastal Pacific train. Your final journey is aboard the TranzAlpine train, traversing the Southern Alps on a breathtaking journey from east to West Coast.
Each option on our is highly recommended to make the most of your New Zealand rail highlights tour. Ask at the time of booking.
Whale Watch Kaikoura – Head offshore for a fantastic display of Humpback whales in a stunning natural environment.
Wellington Cable Car – Explore the heights of Wellington on the famous red Cable Car to take in the views over the city.
Punting on the Avon – Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of punting on the Avon River through the heart of Christchurch
Milford Sound Day Tour and Cruise – Explore the remote and breathtaking mountainous world made famous by Lord of the Rings
For a detailed itinerary, departure details, and booking conditions, please see below.
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