Trip Type: Luxury Rail Tour
The Ghan: Arnhem Land Adventure 2026
Arnhem Land Adventure 2026 – Journey Beyond Rail
16-day guided holiday from:
- Prices start from NZ$19,799 pp
Travel Dates:
May – September 2026
Your package includes:
- Arrival flight from Cairns to Nhulunbuy
- 12 nights small-group touring aboard Outback Spirit 4WD vehicles with expert Indigenous guides
- Accommodation in hotels, safari lodges and camps plus all meals & beverages during touring
- All attraction/permit fees for Arnhem Land, including entry to Aboriginal land
- Welcome to Country performance in Nhulunbuy
- Bush medicine demonstration & visits to Indigenous art centres
- Boat cruise on the Arafura Swamp, 4WD adventure through wetlands, and rock art viewing at Mount Borradaile
- Barramundi fishing on the Liverpool River
- Tour of the historic Victoria Settlement ruins at Port Essington
- Three nights aboard The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide, including all meals, beverages, and Off-Train Experiences (e.g. Katherine, Alice Springs, Coober Pedy)
- Departure flight from Seven Spirit Bay to Darwin
Meals Included:
15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 15 dinners
Special Offer:
Black Friday offer – Save Up to $2,000 per person on Gold Twin cabin if booked by 5 December 2025.
Highlights:
- Immerse yourself in Yolngu culture with art centre visits and a ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremony
- Explore the Arafura Swamp’s wildlife and wetlands via 4WD and boat
- Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art – including the iconic Rainbow Serpent at Mount Borradaile
- Fish for Barramundi in remote rivers
- Step back in time at the ruins of Victoria Settlement, Port Essington
Notes: Prices, inclusions, and itinerary are correct at the time of writing but are subject to change. Blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply. Terms and conditions apply.
Coastlines & Capital Cities 2025 – Brisbane to Adelaide
THE GREAT SOUTHERN – BRISBANE TO ADELAIDE
3-night rail journey from:
- NZ$3,609* pp twin share
Travel Dates: Selected departures Mondays (Jan – Feb & Dec 2025)
Your Great Southern rail journey includes:
- 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Great Southern, travelling from Brisbane to Adelaide
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- Regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wines
- Off Train Experiences at Coffs Harbour, Hunter Valley, regional Victoria, and Melbourne
- Signature beachside dining in Coffs Harbour with fresh local seafood
- City exploration in Melbourne and scenic tours of Victoria and NSW
- All transfers, onboard service, and luggage handling
Highlights include:
- Beachside dining at Coffs Harbour with premium local produce
- Wine tasting and vineyard visits in Hunter Valley
- Explore Port Stephens’ beaches and waterways or walk through Newcastle
- Immerse in Melbourne’s culture, city sights, and the Moorabool Valley
- Black Friday Offer – Save 20% on Gold Twin cabins for a limited time*
Notes: Airfares are additional. Advance Purchase fares subject to availability. Please confirm travel dates and pricing with Journey Beyond Rail.
*Price based on per person, twin share. Offer valid for bookings made by 5 December 2025 on selected departures.
Great Southern Festive Escape 2025
Great Southern Festive Escape 2025 – ADELAIDE TO BRISBANE
2-night rail journey from:
- NZ$5,044* pp twin share
Travel Dates: Selected departures between 15 December 2025 – 31 January 2026
Your Great Southern rail journey includes:
- 3 days / 2 nights aboard The Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Adelaide, including breakfast and Christmas Day lunch including a welcome cocktail or glass of Pommery Champagne on arrival
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- Regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wines
- Off Train Experiences in the Grampians, Canberra, and Coffs Harbour
- Choice of immersive excursions at each destination
- All transfers, onboard service, and luggage handling
Highlights include:
- Discover the Grampians with guided walks or wine tastings
- Explore Canberra’s Parliament House, War Memorial, or National Portrait Gallery
- Experience Coffs Harbour’s beaches or walk the Urunga Boardwalk
- Enjoy panoramic views and world-class hospitality onboard
- Black Friday Offer – Save 20% on Gold Twin cabins for a limited time*
Notes: Airfares are additional. Advance Purchase fares subject to availability. Please confirm travel dates and pricing.
*Price based on per person, twin share. Offer valid for bookings made by 5 December 2025 on selected departures.
East Coast Adventure 2025 – Adelaide to Brisbane
THE GREAT SOUTHERN – ADELAIDE TO BRISBANE
2-night rail journey from:
- NZ$2,473* pp twin share
Travel Dates: Selected departures between December 2025 – February 2026
Your Great Southern rail journey includes:
- 3 days / 2 nights aboard The Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- Regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wines
- Off Train Experiences in the Grampians, Canberra, and Coffs Harbour
- Choice of immersive excursions at each destination
- All transfers, onboard service, and luggage handling
Highlights include:
- Discover the Grampians with guided walks or wine tastings
- Explore Canberra’s Parliament House, War Memorial, or National Portrait Gallery
- Experience Coffs Harbour’s beaches or walk the Urunga Boardwalk
- Enjoy panoramic views and world-class hospitality onboard
- Black Friday Offer – Save 20% on Gold Twin cabins for a limited time*
Notes: Airfares are additional. Advance Purchase fares subject to availability. Please confirm travel dates and pricing.
*Price based on per person, twin share, Gold Twin cabin. Offer valid for bookings made by 5 December 2025 on selected departures.
4 Day Flockhill Lodge
LUXURY MOUNTAIN ESCAPE
4 day package from:
- NZ$11,245 pp*
Travel dates:
- 01 Oct 2025 – 31 Mar 2026
Your luxury alpine package:
- One-way helicopter transfer from Christchurch Airport to Flockhill Lodge
- 3 nights in a Villa Deluxe Suite at Flockhill Lodge
- Daily gourmet meals (Sugarloaf Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), a bottle of NZ wine on arrival, plus minibar refreshments
- 2–3 hour guided limestone hike from the Lodge
- Rata Falls guided bike tour with premium picnic
- One-way TranzAlpine train journey from Arthur’s Pass to Christchurch Railway Station
Start & End: Christchurch
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Valid travel period: Oct 2025 – Mar 2026. Blackout dates, surcharges, and availability-based inclusions may apply.
25 Day New Zealand’s North & South
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
25 day package from:
- NZ$7,235 pp*
Travel dates:
- 01 Sep – 06 Mar 2026
Your Self-Drive & Rail package:
- 24 nights in 4-star accommodation
- TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
- TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner cruise
- 24 days car hire in a Compact SUV (or similar)
- Milford Sound Coach & Cruise with lunch
- Entry to Larnach Castle & Gardens
- Interislander Ferry from Picton to Wellington
- Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour (ex The Shires Rest)
- Half-day Hole in the Rock Cruise
Start: Christchurch | End: Auckland
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Travel valid January 2025–March 2026. International flights not included. One-way car hire fee of NZ$250 applies; snow chains required May–November. Seasonal surcharges, vehicle fees, and blackout dates may apply.
10 Day Southern Tracks
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
10-day package from:
- NZ$1,929 pp*
Travel dates:
- 01 Sep 2025 – 31 Mar 2026
Your Self-Drive & Rail package:
- 9 nights in superior accommodation (3.5-4 star)
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
- Explore the iconic vineyards of the Marlborough Wine Region
- 6 days car hire from Blenheim to Greymouth
- Premium car hire insurance with nil excess
- Explore the gateway to Abel Tasman National Park
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Greymouth to Christchurch
Start & End: Christchurch
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Valid for departures starting and ending in Christchurch between September 2025 and March 2026. Seasonal surcharges and vehicle one-way fees may apply.
7 Day New Zealand Rail Experience
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
7 day package from:
- NZ$1,719 pp*
Travel dates:
- 03 Sep 2025 – 25 Mar 2026
Your New Zealand Rail package:
- 6 nights in superior accommodation (3.5/4 star hotels)
- Northern Explorer Scenic Train from Auckland to Wellington
- Interislander Ferry from Wellington to Picton
- Coastal Pacific Scenic Train from Picton to Christchurch
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Christchurch to Greymouth (return)
Starts: Auckland | Ends: Christchurch
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Due to Great Train Journeys schedules, this package must start on a Wednesday in Auckland. Seasonal surcharges/blackouts may apply. No transfers or sightseeing included but can be added. Scenic Plus may be available at additional cost.