Short Breaks by Rail

Whether it is a weekend away, a city break, or you want to explore our beautiful countryside, leave the car behind and make the most of your time with one of LOCO Journeys highly rated short rail breaks. Book a getaway you will remember and enjoy the journey as well as the destination.
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Departing Auckland

3 Great Journeys by LOCO

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Auckland or Christchurch.
from 3 Days | from NZ$1,869 - Save 15%*
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

If your ambition is to travel on each of NZ’s scenic trains, this tour will achieve your dream. A fully flexible independent tour, LOCO will match your time, budget and expectations.

Best of Wellington by Northern Explorer

Departing: Monday, Thursday and Saturdays.
Departure From: Auckland
4 Days | from NZ$1,459
Tour Type: Independent Tour

If you are looking to experience the incredible Northern Explorer train journey from Auckland to Wellington and then enjoy the magical capital without any hassle, then this is the break for you.

Forgotten World Escape from Auckland to Wellington

Departing: Monday, Thursday and Saturdays until early 2024
Departure From: Auckland
3 Days | from $1,839
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Enjoy the Forgotten World Escape from Auckland on the way to Wellington. Explore the rural heart of New Zealand’s North Island with the Northern Explorer train including a half-day rail cart tour.

Northern Explorer & The Tongariro Crossing

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Wellington or Auckland
4 Days | from NZ$1075
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Explore Te Ika-a-Māui on our memorable Northern Explorer tour and walk one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Departing Wellington

Forgotten World Escape from Wellington to Auckland

Departing: Departs Wellington on Wens, Fri & Sun, October-May
Departure From: Wellington
3 Days | from NZ$1,839
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Explore the rural heart of New Zealand’s North Island with the Northern Explorer train and enjoy the Forgotten World Escape on the way to Auckland.

Kaikoura Experience from Wellington

Departing: Weekends in Summer
Departure From: Wellington
2 Days | from NZ$655
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Travel by ferry and scenic train from Wellington to Christchurch, and enjoy a wonderous Kaikoura experience including the natural wonders of this marine paradise.

Martinborough Getaway by Train – Two night package

Departing: Daily Departures
Departure From: Wellington
3 Days | from NZ$1015
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

This relaxing short break is the perfect weekend away for wine lovers. Enjoy a luxury 2 course wine matching lunch, chauffeur and more.

Martinborough Overnight by Train – One night package

Departing: Daily Departures
Departure From: Wellington
2 Days | from NZ$669
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Enjoy a change of scenery with this overnight vineyard package that takes you from the city lights of Wellington.

Northern Explorer & The Tongariro Crossing

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Wellington or Auckland
4 Days | from NZ$1075
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Explore Te Ika-a-Māui on our memorable Northern Explorer tour and walk one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Departing Christchurch

Blenheim Rail Break; Wine & Wings

Departing: Daily from mid December to early May.
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$1,139
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Departing from Christchurch, this delightful journey takes you along remote beaches, between mountains and sea to the Marlborough wine region.

Coastal Pacific Train Wildlife Encounter

Departing: Daily from mid December to early May
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$749
Tour Type: Independent Tour

See the majestic seabirds or get up close to dolphins or whales and discover the spectacular wildlife of Kaikōura on the Coastal Pacific Train.

Premium TranzAlpine Glacier Experience

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$3,899
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Enjoy a heavenly escape into a world filled with fascination and grandeur on this premium TranzAlpine Glacier Experience including 5-star accommodation.

TranzAlpine – Explore Hokitika

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
3 Days | from NZ$1099
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Jump aboard the TranzAlpine scenic train and explore Hokitika in style. Travel via rail through the Southern Alps to Greymouth enjoying the views from your window.

TranzAlpine – Taste of the West Coast

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$999
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

The TranzAlpine is a scenic rail trip running from the East Coast to the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.

TranzAlpine & West Coast Glaciers to Queenstown

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$759
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Ride New Zealand’s premier rail journey on this two-day train tour from Christchurch to the West Coast. Discover the Glaciers and then head further south to the stunning lakes district and finally Queenstown.

TranzAlpine Glacier Experience

Departing: Flexbile Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$1,999
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Be amazed at this exploration of the West Coast on the stunning TranzAlpine Glacier Experience. Discover the ancient world of Glacier Country and its natural wonders, where ice rivers carve through mountains and rainforests thrive.

TranzAlpine Overnight

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$899
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Journey to Greymouth on this TranzAlpine overnight adventure. Escape the city and travel to New Zealand’s famous West Coast. This rail break will take you through the heart of the Southern Alps to a land of timeless beauty.

TranzAlpine West Coast Explorer

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$1949
Tour Type: Independent Tour

The 4 day TranzAlpine West Coast Explorer is a timeless and enjoyable escape to Lake Brunner, Punakaiki, & Hokitika. Break free from the ordinary and visit some great West Coast destinations.

Off the Beaten Track by Train

Let the train take you beyond the well-trodden tourist path and deliver you to some truly stunning experiences.

Forgotten World Escape from Auckland to Wellington

Departing: Monday, Thursday and Saturdays until early 2024
Departure From: Auckland
3 Days | from $1,839
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Enjoy the Forgotten World Escape from Auckland on the way to Wellington. Explore the rural heart of New Zealand’s North Island with the Northern Explorer train including a half-day rail cart tour.

Forgotten World Escape from Wellington to Auckland

Departing: Departs Wellington on Wens, Fri & Sun, October-May
Departure From: Wellington
3 Days | from NZ$1,839
Tour Type: Independent Tour

Explore the rural heart of New Zealand’s North Island with the Northern Explorer train and enjoy the Forgotten World Escape on the way to Auckland.

Martinborough Getaway by Train – Two night package

Departing: Daily Departures
Departure From: Wellington
3 Days | from NZ$1015
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

This relaxing short break is the perfect weekend away for wine lovers. Enjoy a luxury 2 course wine matching lunch, chauffeur and more.

TranzAlpine Moana Magic Escape

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
3 Days | from NZ$879
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Amidst a stunning backdrop of mountains and ancient forest, take our escape to Moana and Lake Brunner. This is a magical getaway that you won’t regret.

TranzAlpine West Coast Cycle Trail Escape

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$2,195
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

The TranzAlpine West Coast Cycle Trail Escape offers a unique off the beaten track getaway featuring some of New Zealand’s iconic highlights.

TranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge Escape

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ $2,259
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

The Wilderness Lodge Escape is designed to let you relax, unwind, and enjoy a very special off the beaten track experience.