New Zealand Rail Tours

The TranzCoastal Christchurch - Picton - Christchurch Includes: Comfortable rail carriages with panoramic windows and air-conditioning. Informative commentary on points of interest en route. The TranzCoastal runs north, traveling over 62 miles of coastline from Christchurch (the main city of the South Island), along the east coast. Then along the rugged coastline tracks with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the spectacular Kaikoura Mountains on the other. Northward, the TranzCoastal veers inland through the Marlborough wine area to the picturesque port of Picton. At Picton, the TranzCoastal links with The Interislander ferry to and from Wellington. Departs: Daily from Christchurch. The TranzAlpine Christchurch - Greymouth - Christchurch Includes: Comfortable rail carriages with panoramic windows and air-conditioning. Informative commentary on points of interest en route.The TranzAlpine is one of the finest rail trips in the world. Linking Christchurch and Greymouth, the TranzAlpine runs from coast to coast. From Pacific Ocean to Tasman Sea, it crosses the huge and fertile Canterbury Plains, the stunning Waimakariri River, the impressive Southern Alps, and passes the shores of tranquil Lake Brunner before arriving at Greymouth. Departs: Daily from Christchurch
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New Zealand Rail Packages

12 Day New Zealand Rail Experience

from $2943*

A long wandering and eventful tour, discovering the most magical regions of New Zealand. The contrasts within New Zealand are remarkable. Explore and learn about our history and heritage, flora and fauna. This trip will also see you experiencing the world famous rail journeys of the TranzCoastal, TranzAlpine and Taieri Gorge trains.

Duration: 12 days / 11 nights

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