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GREAT RAIL JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND – AUCKLAND TO CHRISTCHURCH
Package from:
- From NZ$1,989* per person twin share (01 Oct - 30 Nov 2026)
- From NZ$2,075* per person twin share (01 Dec 2026 - 25 Mar 2027)
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Starts: Auckland, North Island
Ends: Christchurch, South Island
Destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Marlborough, Christchurch
Your rail holiday includes:
- 6 nights superior accommodation (3.5–4 star hotels)
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train from Auckland to Wellington
- Interislander Ferry crossing from Wellington to Picton
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train from Picton to Christchurch
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Christchurch to Greymouth (return)
About this Journey:
Perfect for travellers short on time, this incredible rail holiday showcases all three of New Zealand's Great Train Journeys. Travel aboard the historic Northern Explorer through the dramatic landscapes of the North Island before crossing the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry to the South Island. Continue along the spectacular coastline aboard the Coastal Pacific from Picton to Christchurch before completing your adventure with a return journey on the world-famous TranzAlpine, traversing the breathtaking Southern Alps between Christchurch and Greymouth.
Journey Highlights:
- Experience all three Great Train Journeys of New Zealand
- Travel from Auckland to Christchurch
- Cross Cook Strait aboard the Interislander Ferry
- Enjoy the scenic Coastal Pacific rail journey
- Ride the iconic TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps
- Visit Auckland, Wellington, Marlborough and Christchurch
- Spectacular coastal, alpine and rural landscapes
Included Experiences:
- Northern Explorer scenic rail journey
- Interislander ferry crossing
- Coastal Pacific scenic rail journey
- TranzAlpine scenic rail journey (return)
- 6 nights superior accommodation
Travel Information:
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Start Point: Auckland
- End Point: Christchurch
- Destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Marlborough & Christchurch
Pricing:
- NZ$1,989* per person twin share - valid 01 October 2026 to 30 November 2026
- NZ$2,075* per person twin share - valid 01 December 2026 to 25 March 2027
Important Information:
- Pricing is based on twin share accommodation
- Subject to availability at the time of booking
- Accommodation is in superior 3.5–4 star hotels
- Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply
*Pricing is based on twin share accommodation and is subject to availability at the time of booking. Package includes 6 nights superior accommodation, Northern Explorer Scenic Train, Interislander Ferry crossing, Coastal Pacific Scenic Train and TranzAlpine Scenic Train return journey. Seasonal pricing and surcharges may apply.
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Your rail holiday includes:
- 6 nights superior accommodation (3.5–4 star hotels)
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train from Auckland to Wellington
- Interislander Ferry crossing from Wellington to Picton
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train from Picton to Christchurch
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Christchurch to Greymouth (return)
About this Journey:
Perfect for travellers short on time, this incredible rail holiday showcases all three of New Zealand's Great Train Journeys. Travel aboard the historic Northern Explorer through the dramatic landscapes of the North Island before crossing the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry to the South Island. Continue along the spectacular coastline aboard the Coastal Pacific from Picton to Christchurch before completing your adventure with a return journey on the world-famous TranzAlpine, traversing the breathtaking Southern Alps between Christchurch and Greymouth.
Journey Highlights:
- Experience all three Great Train Journeys of New Zealand
- Travel from Auckland to Christchurch
- Cross Cook Strait aboard the Interislander Ferry
- Enjoy the scenic Coastal Pacific rail journey
- Ride the iconic TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps
- Visit Auckland, Wellington, Marlborough and Christchurch
- Spectacular coastal, alpine and rural landscapes
Included Experiences:
- Northern Explorer scenic rail journey
- Interislander ferry crossing
- Coastal Pacific scenic rail journey
- TranzAlpine scenic rail journey (return)
- 6 nights superior accommodation
Travel Information:
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Start Point: Auckland
- End Point: Christchurch
- Destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Marlborough & Christchurch
- Tour Code: ANZ257DNRE
Pricing:
- NZ$1,989* per person twin share - valid 01 October 2026 to 30 November 2026
- NZ$2,075* per person twin share - valid 01 December 2026 to 25 March 2027
Important Information:
- Pricing is based on twin share accommodation
- Subject to availability at the time of booking
- Accommodation is in superior 3.5–4 star hotels
- Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply
- Travel Insurance – your North Travel consultant can provide you with a quote. Get a quote now.
- Tourism visa or transit visa if required
- Upgrades to Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class available and to be quote at the time of booking.
- Itinerary deviations e.g. extensions or specific airline requests. This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
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