Guided Rail Holidays
Ride the Rails of Relaxation on a Guided Adventure
Looking to make the most of your New Zealand holiday without going off the rails trying to plan it yourself? Opt for a Guided Rail Tour and let the stress roll away like the scenic views. From the stunning landscapes of the North Island to the captivating mountain peaks of the South, guided tours include all of the touring essentials, so you can sit back and be immersed in authentic New Zealand culture and experiences.
18 Day Signature Flavours of Aotearoa
- 17 Nights of Signature Accommodation
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train
- Interislander Ferry
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train
- Waiheke Wine & Dine Tour
- Kaikoura Dolphin Encounter
Price from NZ $16,499* per person
Travel: 16 Mar 2025 - 22 Mar 2026
Guided Rail Holidays
Ride the Rails of Relaxation on a Guided Adventure
Looking to make the most of your New Zealand holiday without going off the rails trying to plan it yourself? Opt for a Guided Rail Tour and let the stress roll away like the scenic views. From the stunning landscapes of the North Island to the captivating mountain peaks of the South, guided tours include all of the touring essentials, so you can sit back and be immersed in authentic New Zealand culture and experiences.
17 Day Signature New Zealand Up Close
- 16 Nights in Superior Accommodation
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train
- Glowworm Caves Tour in Hamilton
- Milford Sound Day Tour & Cruise
Price from NZ $15,199* per person
Travel: 03 Sep 2025 - 15 Apr 2026
Guided Rail Holidays
Ride the Rails of Relaxation on a Guided Adventure
Looking to make the most of your New Zealand holiday without going off the rails trying to plan it yourself? Opt for a Guided Rail Tour and let the stress roll away like the scenic views. From the stunning landscapes of the North Island to the captivating mountain peaks of the South, guided tours include all of the touring essentials, so you can sit back and be immersed in authentic New Zealand culture and experiences.
15 Day Classic New Zealand Highlights
- 14 Nights in Superior Accommodation
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train
- Interislander Ferry
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train
- Volcanic Peaks of Middle Earth
Travel: 12 Sep 2025 - 26 Mar 2026
Price from NZ $9,749* per person
Guided Rail Holidays
Ride the Rails of Relaxation on a Guided Adventure
Looking to make the most of your New Zealand holiday without going off the rails trying to plan it yourself? Opt for a Guided Rail Tour and let the stress roll away like the scenic views. From the stunning landscapes of the North Island to the captivating mountain peaks of the South, guided tours include all of the touring essentials, so you can sit back and be immersed in authentic New Zealand culture and experiences.
12 Nights in Superior Accommodation
- TranzAlpine Train Journey
- Taieri Gorge Train Journey
- Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train
Price from NZ $8,712* per person
Travel: 30 Sep 2025 - 14 Apr 2026
This once-in-a-lifetime rail holiday in will combine three of New Zealand’s great train journeys with five days of driving the untamed West Coast from Queenstown, home to giant glaciers, waterfalls & blowholes. Traverse the South Island’s spectacular landscapes aboard the world-famous TranzAlpine. Journey along the spectacular coastline on the Coastal Pacific before cruising the Cook Strait to the capital city of Wellington. Explore the rural heart of the North Island as you step aboard the historic Northern Explorer and conclude your 12 day self guided rail holiday.
12 days Grand Rail Explorer package from $3,355 per person (twin share)
Package Inclusions:
• 11 nights of hand-picked accommodation (3.5/4 star hotels)
• 5 days car hire from Queenstown to Greymouth
• Premium car hire insurance with a nil excess
• Milford Sound Cruise with lunch ex Queenstown
• Leisure time to explore Franz Josef, Glacier Country
• TranzAlpine Great Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch
• Coastal Pacific Great Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton
• Interislander Ferry from Picton to Wellington
• Northern Explorer Great Train Journey from Wellington to Auckland Strand
• Experience the vibrant city of Auckland
• Shuttle Transfers in Christchurch, Wellington & Auckland
SET DEPARTURE DATES - Package must start on the below departure dates
Package Pricing Package Start Dates
From $3,269 pp 04 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 18 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024, 09 Dec 2024
From $3,355 pp 01 Sep 2025 - 16 Mar 2026
Welcome to the Top of the South, a collection of regions that showcase the South Island’s much-loved landscape and offers a unique connection with locals from farmers to winemakers. Experience two of New Zealand’s Great Train Journeys on this exciting 10 day itinerary that combines the comfort of rail travel with the freedom of driving.
10 Day Southern Tracks Package from $1,929 per person (twin share)
Package Inclusions:
• 9 nights of superior accommodation (3.5/4 star hotels)
• Coastal Pacific Great Train Journey from Christchurch to Blenheim (Marlborough)
• Leisure time to explore Marlborough wine region
• 6 days car hire from Blenheim to Greymouth
• Leisure time in Nelson, gateway to Abel Tasman NP
• TranzAlpine Great Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch
Travel Seasons & Pricing (package must start on a Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday)
01Oct24 to 30Nov24 From NZD $2,189* pp
01Dec24 to 31Mar25 From NZD $2,269* pp
01Sep25 to 21Mar26 From NZD $1929* pp
Explore the North Island’s spectacular and diverse landscape as you venture through the heart of New Zealand. Climb aboard the historic Northern Explorer train and journey from the glittering skyline of Auckland to the quaint capital of Wellington. Experience volcanic peaks, fertile farmlands and geothermal magic over the next 10 days.
10 Day Northern Explorer Package from $2,089 per person (twin share)
Package Inclusions:
• 9 nights of deluxe accommodation (4 star hotels)
• Breakfast daily
• Northern Explorer Great Train Journey from Auckland Strand to Wellington
• 7 days car hire from Wellington to Auckland
• The Silky Oak Chocolate Dipper Tour Napier
• Explore New Zealand’s largest lake - Lake Taupo
• Entry to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Rotorua
• Entry to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Travel Seasons & Pricing (package must start on a Sunday, Wednesday or Friday)
01Nov24 to 31Mar25 From NZD $2,569* pp
02May25 to 22Mar26 From NZD $2,089* pp
Price from
Per person - Twin share
Dates
Depart:
3 April 2024
Return:
31 March 2025