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.

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Signature Tour

13 Day Twin Rail Journeys of NZ

Departing: Weekly
Departure From: Queenstown
13 Days  |  from NZ$3,699
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

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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Signature Tour

Christchurch to Queenstown Train Tour

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
5 Days  |  from $2,359
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible

An unforgettable adventure that combines the luxury of the TranzAlpine train with the natural beauty of Franz Josef Glacier and the world-renowned Milford Sound.

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Christchurch to Queenstown; Alpine Highlights

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days  |  from NZ$4,999
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.

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Inspirational Alps; Christchurch to Queenstown

Departing: Monthly Departures
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days  |  from NZ$6,399
Tour Type: Escorted Tours

Join us on an unforgettable journey through the South Island on a Christchurch to Queenstown train adventure.

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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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Signature Tour

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.

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Heritage Tour

Sir Edmund Hillary Winter Explorer

Departing: June-September 2025
Departure From: Christchurch
12 Days  |  from NZ$6,995
Tour Type: Escorted

Inspired by one of the greatest and most iconic adventurers of our time, this Winter Edition offers NZ’s best with snow on top!

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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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South Island Rail Tour

Departing: 13 November 2025
Departure From: Auckland
13 Days  |  NZ$6,795
Tour Type: Escorted

The Spring South Island Rail Tour provides a stunning panorama of magnificent southern mountain scenery, meandering rivers and coastal plains.

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Heritage Tour

South Island Rail-Fan Highlights

Departing: 24 September 2025
Departure From: Auckland
7 Days  |  from NZ$5,570
Tour Type: Escorted Tour

A great tour for rail-fans and all train lovers. This top of the South Island rail tour offers stunning train journeys throughout the unique landscapes of NZ’s stunning South Island.

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Southern Alps in Winter Glory

Departing: 10 August 2025
Departure From: Auckland
5 Days  |  FROM $2,585 NZD
Tour Type: Escorted

Traversing the Alps bedecked in its winter cloak delivers a very special magic. This trip offers the opportunity to experience it two-fold, once by road and again by TranzAlpine train.

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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 TranzAlpine Train

Departing: Daily in Summer. Friday-Monday in Winter
Departure From: Christchurch or Greymouth
1 Day  |  from NZ$219 One-Way
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.

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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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Signature Tour

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.

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Signature Tour

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.

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Signature Tour

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Signature Tour

TranzAlpine Train, Glaciers & Fiords

Departing: Flexible Dates
Departure From: Christchurch
8 Days  |  from NZ$2,745
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.

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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.

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Signature Tour

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.

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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.

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Signature Tour

TranzAlpine Winter Wonderland

Departing: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday*
Departure From: Christchurch
7 Days  |  from NZ $1,399
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.

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