The Coastal Pacific Train Tours and Packages

Experience seaside vistas of the South Island in New Zealand with Coastal Pacific Train tours, trips, and packages.. The Coastal Pacific train travels along the Canterbury Plans, moving alongside the coast of the Pacific Ocean through bush-clad mountains. The rail line then follows the stunning Kaikōura coastline where you’ll have the opportunity to see marine life such as seals and dolphins, before travelling through Blenheim’s vineyards.

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Auckland to Christchurch; Cities & Coastal Highlights

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Auckland
10 Days  |  from NZ$5,749
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

This 10-day city and coastal highlights tour will take you on a journey through the North and South Island’s from Auckland to Christchurch.

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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.

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Captivating Coast; Wellington to Christchurch

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Wellington
6 Days  |  from NZ$4,999
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Join us on this guided captivating Wellington to Christchurch train tour. Glide across the magnificent Cook Strait, along coastal beaches and through mountain valleys.

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Cities and Sea; Auckland to Christchurch Rail Tour

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Auckland
12 Days  |  from NZ $9,999
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Explore New Zealand’s cities and sea journey via its remote regions, travelling on this popular Auckland to Christchurch rail tour.

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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.

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Signature Tour

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.

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New Zealand Rail Highlights

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Auckland
15 Days  |  from NZ$9,749
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Join us on this fabulous scenic guided New Zealand rail highlights tour through the heart and soul of New Zealand, featuring all three Great Rail Journeys.

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New Zealand Rail Tour – Up Close

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Auckland
17 Days  |  from NZ$15,199
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Discover off the beaten track destinations and bustling urban centres by three world-famous scenic rail trips from Auckland to Queenstown.

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SPECIAL

NZ Rail and Cruise Discovery

Departing: Summer & Spring 25/26
Departure From: Christchurch
19 Days  |  NZ$12,595 - Includes $1,200pp Saving
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Join us on this comprehensive 19 day land, New Zealand rail and cruise journey from Christchurch to Wellington. Discover New Zealand on this wonderful tour.

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Heritage Tour

South Island Rail – Heritage Adventure

Departing: 3rd September 2025
Departure From: Christchurch
14 Days  |  NZ$7,990
Tour Type: Escor ted

Join us on this wonderful Heritage Rail Adventure featuring iconic journeys aboard the Coastal Pacific, and TranzAlpine, alongside a host of heritage rail-fan gems.

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Heritage Tour

South Island Rail Encounters

Departing: 21 March 2026
Departure From: Auckland
8 Days  |  from NZ$6,490 - Includes $500pp Saving*
Tour Type: Escorted

All aboard for an unforgettable South Island rail encounter, where stunning landscapes and exclusive rail experiences await!

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Southern Rail Highlights from Wellington

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Wellington
11 Days  |  from NZ$7,199
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Join us on tour across Cook Strait, past the mighty Southern Alps and through the Wild West Coast to beautiful Queenstown. This journey features the Coastal Pacific and TranzAlpine.

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Spectacular South; Wellington to Queenstown

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Wellington
11 Days  |  from NZ$9,499
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Explore the Spectacular South on this signature rail tour. Glide through the mighty Southern Alps and along the Pacific coastline to Queenstown and Milford Sound

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The Coastal Pacific

Departing: Daily from mid December to early May.
Departure From: Christchurch or Picton
1 Day  |  from NZ$219 One-Way
Tour Type: Day Tour

Join the Coastal Pacific and explore the stunning Kaikōura coastline, through the idyllic Canterbury Plains to the Garden City of Christchurch.

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Signature Tour

Top of the South Island Train Tour

Departing: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday*
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days  |  from NZ$1,469
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

Enjoy the Top of the South Island train tour on this succinct 7 day independent journey that includes TranzAlpine and Coastal Explorer rail journeys.

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Wellington to Christchurch; Coastal Highlights

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Wellington
6 Days  |  from NZ $3,399
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

Join us on this guided scenic Wellington to Christchurch rail tour across the Cook Strait, past coastal beaches and through mountain valleys.

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