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New Zealand
Train Tours

Sit back and let New Zealand's most spectacular landscapes unfold outside your window. Our fully guided rail journeys feature the TranzAlpine, Coastal Pacific and Northern Explorer — the three great scenic trains of Aotearoa.

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TranzAlpine
Christchurch to Greymouth through the Southern Alps
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Coastal Pacific
Blenheim to Christchurch via Kaikōura coast
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Northern Explorer
Auckland to Wellington through Tongariro
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Small Groups
Intimate group sizes, fully guided from start to finish
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Scenic Plus Class
Premium train seating on selected tours
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4-Star Hotels
Handpicked accommodation throughout
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Download Our 2026–27 NZ Rail Tours Brochure Full itineraries, inclusions, pricing and departure dates — all in one place.
✓ All 7 Tours ✓ Detailed Itineraries ✓ 2026 & 2027 Dates ✓ Pricing & Inclusions
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Scenic Rail Tours

Choose Your New Zealand Rail Journey

Eight fully guided itineraries built around New Zealand's iconic trains — from a 7-day South Island adventure to a grand 17-day journey across both islands.

7 Day Alpine Highlights Rail Journey
Best Entry Point
from $4,700 AUD
🗓 7 Days🗺 Christchurch → Queenstown👥 Max 35
7 Day Alpine Highlights Rail Journey
🚌 Christchurch → Queenstown

The perfect introduction to South Island rail — ride the iconic TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps, then explore Queenstown and the alpine landscapes in between.

✓ TranzAlpine Train✓ Southern Alps✓ Queenstown✓ Expert Guide
From $4,700 per person
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11 Day South Island Premium Rail Journey
Popular Choice
from $8,600 AUD
🗓 11 Days🗺 Wellington → Queenstown👥 Max 20
11 Day South Island Premium Rail Journey
🚌 Wellington → Queenstown

Two of New Zealand's great trains in Scenic Plus — the Coastal Pacific hugging the Pacific coastline, then the TranzAlpine crossing the Southern Alps. Fully guided throughout.

✓ Coastal Pacific (Scenic Plus)✓ TranzAlpine (Scenic Plus)✓ Interislander Ferry✓ Kaikōura
From $8,600 per person
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11 Day South Island Explorer Rail and Coach Tour
Big 5 Rail JourneysSelling Fast
from $6,350 AUD
🗓 11 Days🗺 Christchurch Return👥 Max 40
11 Day South Island Explorer Rail & Coach Tour
🚌 Christchurch → Christchurch

Every major South Island highlight in a shorter trip — the TranzAlpine, Kingston Flyer, The Mainlander and Taieri Gorge, plus Milford Sound, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Dunedin and Aoraki Mt Cook.

✓ 5 Rail Journeys✓ Milford Sound✓ TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak✓ 4-Star+ Hotels
From $6,350 per person
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14 Day South Island Explorer Rail and Coach Tour
Most PopularSuper 6 Trains
from $7,650 AUD
🗓 14 Days🗺 Christchurch Return👥 Max 40
14 Day South Island Explorer Rail & Coach Tour
🚌 Christchurch → Christchurch

The ultimate South Island rail adventure featuring the "Super 6" iconic train journeys — TranzAlpine, Kingston Flyer, The Mainlander, Taieri Gorge, Coastal Pacific and Weka Pass. Milford Sound, Mt Cook and Franz Josef included.

✓ 6 Scenic Trains✓ Milford Sound✓ Aoraki Mt Cook✓ 4-Star+ Hotels
From $7,650 per person
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12 Day South Island Winter Rail Escape
Winter Special
from $7,499 AUD
🗓 12 Days🗺 South Island👥 Max 40
12 Day South Island Winter Rail Escape
🚌 South Island Loop

Experience the South Island's magical winter — snow-capped mountains, steaming hot springs and dramatic landscapes. Scenic rail adventures with luxury 4-star+ accommodation.

✓ Iconic Rail Journeys✓ Doubtful Sound✓ Mt Cook✓ 4-Star+ Hotels
From $7,499 per person
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13 Day Cities & Seas Rail Tour
Filling Fast
from $9,800 AUD
🗓 13 Days🗺 Auckland → Christchurch👥 Max 20
13 Day Cities & Seas Rail Tour
🚌 Auckland → Christchurch

The Northern Explorer and Coastal Pacific in Scenic Plus, plus the Interislander in the Premium Lounge — vibrant cities, dramatic coastlines and both islands covered in style.

✓ Northern Explorer (Scenic Plus)✓ Coastal Pacific (Scenic Plus)✓ Premium Interislander✓ Auckland & Christchurch
From $9,800 per person
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15 Day NZ Highlights Rail Tour
Most Scenic
from $8,550 AUD
🗓 15 Days🗺 Auckland → Queenstown👥 Max 35
15 Day NZ Highlights Rail Tour
🚌 Auckland → Queenstown

All three iconic scenic trains — the Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific and TranzAlpine — plus off-the-beaten-track highlights through the heart and soul of New Zealand.

✓ All 3 Scenic Trains✓ Tongariro National Park✓ Kaikōura Wildlife✓ West Coast
From $8,550 per person
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17 Day Luxury NZ Rail Journey
Filling Fast
from $13,900 AUD
🗓 17 Days🗺 Auckland ↔ Queenstown👥 Max 20
17 Day Premium NZ Rail Journey
🚌 Auckland ↔ Queenstown

The ultimate New Zealand rail experience — all three iconic trains in Scenic Plus class, premium lodges, expert guides and the finest landscapes from Auckland to Queenstown or reverse.

✓ All 3 Trains (Scenic Plus)✓ Rotorua Geothermal✓ Milford Sound✓ Premium Lodges
From $13,900 per person
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Availability

2026 / 2027 Departure Dates

Select a tour to see available departures. Group sizes vary by tour — spots fill quickly.

19 Sept – 25 Sept 2026
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3 Oct – 9 Oct 2026
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17 Oct – 23 Oct 2026
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7 Nov – 13 Nov 2026
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21 Nov – 27 Nov 2026
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28 Nov – 4 Dec 2026
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12 Dec – 18 Dec 2026
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19 Dec – 25 Dec 2026
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2 Jan – 8 Jan 2027
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9 Jan – 15 Jan 2027
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23 Jan – 29 Jan 2027
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30 Jan – 5 Feb 2027
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6 Feb – 12 Feb 2027
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20 Feb – 26 Feb 2027
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6 Mar – 12 Mar 2027
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13 Mar – 19 Mar 2027
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20 Mar – 26 Mar 2027
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10 Apr – 16 Apr 2027
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17 Apr – 23 Apr 2027
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24 Apr – 30 Apr 2027
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1 May – 7 May 2027
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Single supplement available on all tours. Contact us to confirm availability or for help choosing the right tour and departure.

Learn About New Zealand's Scenic Trains

Find out more about the TranzAlpine, Coastal Pacific and Northern Explorer — the three iconic scenic rail journeys featured in our tours.

Ready to ride the rails?

Our team is happy to help you choose the right rail tour — no pressure, no obligation.

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