New Zealand Rail Journeys


Sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery on these iconic New Zealand Rail journeys.

The Overlander links Wellington and Auckland on a memorable journey across the volcanic uplands of North Island and around the famous Raurimu Spiral.

The TranzCoastal travels daily between Christchurch, the whale watching town of Kaikoura and the Inter-Island ferry terminal at Picton, through undulating farmland and stunning coastal scenery.

Best known of all, the TransAlpine crosses the fertile Canterbury Plain and the mountains ...more

Discover New Zealand by rail


Not just a convenient means of travel, these New Zealand rail journeys are a holiday delight in themselves, with:

•    daytime travel in both directions
•    reserved coach class seats
•    open viewing platforms on most trains

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New Zealand Rail Journeys
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The Overlander - Auckland to Wellington
  The Overlander - Auckland to Wellington

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  Enjoy a journey through the heart of the North Island, travelling between Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand's commercial and political capitals... Read more
The TranzCoastal – Picton to Christchurch
  The TranzCoastal – Picton to Christchurch

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  Travel in style between Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city, and the Inter Island ferry port of Picton... Read more
The TranzAlpine – Christchurch to Greymouth
  The TranzAlpine – Christchurch to Greymouth

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  The TranzAlpine scenic train journey travels between Christchurch and Greymouth, from one coast of New Zealand to the other... Read more

Rail Tours and Excursions


If travelling by train appeals to you, consider one of these great rail tours and experiences.

There's a day trip aboard the famous TranzAlpine and a whale watching adventure to Kaikoura. Or, for a complete New Zealand holiday with a difference, choose the 15-day escorted Rail Spectacular or the unique 17-day Self Drive and Rail combination.
 

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TranzAlpine Experience
  TranzAlpine Experience

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  Board the TranzAlpine train for the magnificent scenic train journey to Arthur's Pass and return by coach with a visit to a sheep farm and an exhilarating... Read more
Kaikoura Whale and Rail
  Kaikoura Whale and Rail

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  Travel by train to the whale watch capital on New Zealand to see these gentle giants of the ocean at close quarters, as they make their way along the South... Read more
New Zealand Rail Spectacular - Escorted Tour
  New Zealand Rail Spectacular - Escorted Tour

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  Experience the excitement and nostalgia of no less than 6 spectacular rail journeys on this unique 15 day New Zealand adventure... Read more
Road and Rail - Self Drive Touring
  Road and Rail - Self Drive Touring

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  A 17 day tour combining the leisurely essence of self drive with New Zealand's iconic rail journeys with a Milford Sound and Waitomo Cave tour included... Read more
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