Rail
We have some exciting news to share.
We have just had a confirmation of the return of all Great Journeys of New Zealand scenic rail journeys.
The Northern Explorer will return travelling between Auckland and Wellington from 30th of September.
The Coastal Pacific will return on a limited 3 days per week schedule from the 13th of October travelling between Christchurch and Picton.
This means we are now able to offer our full special rail itineraries to explore our beautiful country.
Dunedin Railways are no longer operating the Taieri Gorge Railway, this has been sadly cancelled until further notice therefore we are no longer able to offer the Taieri Gorge Railway as part of the Rail itinerary.
We are thrilled to announce our dates for our Hosted Rail Tours in 2021.
13 Day Rail Itinerary
AUCKLAND – WELLINGTON – PICTON – KAIKOURA (WHALE WATCHING) – CHRISTCHURCH – GREYMOUTH (RETURN) – CHRISTCHURCH – AUCKLAND (Flights to or from any domestic NZ airport can be arranged from Christchurch at the conclusion of the holiday if preferably over Auckland). This is a private itinerary not a tour.
This itinerary caters for rail enthusiasts and those who like to have all the hard work, driving around the country, all being done for you. Included in this itinerary are four stunning rail journeys with some wonderful scenic excursions along the way.
We start in Auckland before boarding the Northern Explorer south to Wellington. Have a few days enjoy the arts and culture of New Zealand’s capital city before crossing the Cook Strait on the ferry to Picton. Have a night to take in a scenic cruise in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds before hopping on the Coastal Pacific to Kaikoura. Enjoy an evening of fresh seafood, crayfish before a morning whale watch off the coast of Kaikoura. Re-join the train to Christchurch where you will have a ticket onboard the historic Christchurch Tramways.
Take the TranzAlpine to Greymouth, this is one of the worlds greatest scenic railway journeys, either same day return or enjoy a relaxing night at Punakaiki to see the famous Pancake Rocks.
This itinerary is designed to take a minimum of 13 days but can be catered to individual requirements and interests
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