TranzAlpine Train Tours and Packages
The Tranzalpine train offers tours and packages with different durations, departure options and accommodation options to suit your specific needs. See mountain vistas of the Southern Alps and Arthur’s Pass National Park through the panoramic windows and open-air viewing carriage when booking a Tranzalpine train trip or package.
Contact us to find out more about 2023 and 2024 departures.
20 Day New Zealand Rail Journey
Departure From: Auckland
20 Days | from NZ $5,199
Tour Type: Independent Tour
This 20 day New Zealand rail journey will deliver you many of the countries best scenic attractions and each of NZ’s three scenic rail experiences.
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3 Great Journeys by LOCO Journeys
Departure From: Auckland or Christchurch.
3 Days+ | from NZ$1,499
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible
If your ambition is to travel on each of NZ’s scenic trains, our Three Great Journeys will achieve your dream. A fully flexible independent tour, it will match your time, budget and expectations.
View TourChristchurch to Queenstown; Alpine Highlights
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days | from NZ$3,899
Tour Type: Escorted Tour
Join us on this week long guided scenic train tour, through the mighty Southern Alps, to the wild West Coast and on to Queenstown.
View TourInspirational Alps; Christchurch to Queenstown
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days | from NZ$5,799
Tour Type: Escorted Tours
Join us on an unforgettable journey through the South Island on a Christchurch to Queenstown train adventure.
View TourNew Zealand Rail Highlights
Departure From: Auckland
15 Days | from NZ$8,549
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.
View TourNew Zealand Rail Tour – Up Close
Departure From: Auckland
17 Days | from NZ$13,999
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.
View TourNZ Rail Adventure
Departure From: Auckland
15 Days | NZ$7,395 - Includes $400pp Saving
Tour Type: Escorted Tour
Enjoy a taste of each of New Zealand’s scenic rail experiences on this NZ rail adventure, including a distinctive ride on the Glenbrook Vintage Steam Railway.
View TourPremium TranzAlpine Glacier Experience
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$3,329
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.
View TourSir Edmund Hillary Explorer
Departure From: Christhchurch
13 Days | NZ$7,950 - FREE Tram Pass*
Tour Type: Escorted Tour
Inspired by one of the most iconic adventurers of our time, this is an epic journey by heritage steam train and luxury coach. FREE 1-Day Christchurch Tram Pass when you book with LOCO Journeys.
View TourSouthern Rail Highlights from Wellington
Departure From: Wellington
11 Days | from NZ$6,299
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.
View TourSpectacular South; Wellington to Queenstown
Departure From: Wellington
11 Days | from NZ$8,749
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
View TourSpringtime South Island Rail Tour
Departure From: Auckland
14 Days | $5,754 NZD
Tour Type: Escorted
The summer South Island Rail Tour provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains.
View TourThe TranzAlpine Train
Departure From: Christchurch or Greymouth
1 Day | from NZ$199 One-Way / SAVE 15%!
Tour Type: Day Tour
Take in the South Island’s stunning mountains and the vast Canterbury Plains aboard the TranzAlpine. NZ’s finest inland rail journey.
View TourTop of the South Island Train Tour
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days | from NZ$1,369
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.
View TourTranzAlpine – Explore Hokitika
Departure From: Christchurch
3 Days | from NZ$909
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.
View TourTranzAlpine – Taste of the West Coast
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$745
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.
View TourTranzAlpine & West Coast Glaciers to Queenstown
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$565
Tour Type: Independent Rail & Coach Tour
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Glacier Experience
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$1,849
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Moana Magic Escape
Departure From: Christchurch
3 Days | from NZ$621
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Overnight
Departure From: Christchurch
2 Days | from NZ$719
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Train, Glaciers & Fiords
Departure From: Christchurch
8 Days | from NZ$1,589
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible
The combination of TranzAlpine Train, Glaciers and Fiords offers one of the greatest lure’s of travelling in the South Island of New Zealand. The spectacular and diverse scenery catches your breathe at every turn.
View TourTranzAlpine West Coast Cycle Trail Escape
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$1.905
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.
View TourTranzAlpine West Coast Explorer
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ$1,825
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge Escape
Departure From: Christchurch
4 Days | from NZ $2,119
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.
View TourTranzAlpine Winter Wonderland
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days | from NZ $1,299
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible
Winter is a magical time to experience the South Island, and there is something romantic and dreamy about the TranzApine Winter Wonderland rail journey set against a backdrop of snow.
View TourTwin Rail Journeys of New Zealand
Departure From: Queenstown
13 Days | from NZ$3,299
Tour Type: Independent Tour
Enjoy the premier twin rail journeys of New Zealand on each island on this succinct, independent 13 day countrywide tour from Queenstown to Auckland
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