Perfect for those travellers short on time, experience all three of New Zealand’s Great Train Journeys on this 7 day itinerary from Auckland to Christchurch. Step aboard the historic Northern Explorer, cruise the Cook Strait from Wellington to Picton, traverse the rugged coastline on the Coastal Pacific before completing your Rail Experience with a return voyage onboard the iconic TranzAlpine which departs Christchurch for Greymouth.
7 day NZ Rail Experience from $1,669 per person (twin share)
Package Inclusions:
• 1 night at Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland or similar
• Northern Explorer Great Train Journey from Auckland to Wellington
• 2 nights at Travelodge Wellington Hotel or similar
• Day at leisure to explore Wellington
• Interislander Ferry from Wellington to Picton
• 1 night at The Gables B&B Picton or similar
• Coastal Pacific Great Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch
• 2 nights at Ramada Suites Christchurch or similar
• Return TranzAlpine Great Train Journey from Christchurch to Greymouth (ends Christchurch)
Travel Seasons & Pricing (package must start on a Wednesday)
03Apr24 to 14Sep24 From NZD $1,669* pp
15Sep24 to 31Mar25 From NZD $1,849* pp
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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 $2,189 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
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 $2,489 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)
01Oct24 to 31Oct24 From NZD $2,489* pp
01Nov24 to 31Mar25 From NZD $2,569* pp
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 $2,869 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 $2,869 pp 08 Apr 2024, 22 Apr 2024, 16 Sep 2024
From $3,169 pp 30 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 21 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024
From $3,269 pp 04 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 18 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Price from
Per person - Twin share
Dates
Depart:
3 April 2024
Return:
31 March 2025