It’s the simplest way to discover the romance of slow travel. These great train trips can take you through remote national parks, across spectacular volcanic landscapes, over river valleys and along rugged coastlines with steep mountains on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. Secure a memorable rail holiday to New Zealand's iconic destinations, during the best time of the year and for the best possible price. 

If you only do one train trip on your NZ holiday, make it one of the two below!

Discover the best of New Zealand on this 19 day holiday from Christchurch to Auckland that showcases the South Island's spectacular scenery and celebrates the North Island’s rich history and dynamic flavours. Experience two incredible rail journeys, from the picturesque Coastal Pacific that hugs the rugged coastline to the world-famous TranzAlpine that weaves through the stunning Southern Alps.

Explore breathtaking national parks, marvel at giant glaciers and towering peaks, cruise pristine lakes and majestic waterfalls, wander through rolling hills and vineyards, connect with Maori culture and savour the unique kiwi flavour.

This once-in-a-lifetime rail holiday will combine three iconic train journeys with five days of driving the untamed West Coast from Queenstown, home to giant glaciers, waterfalls & blowholes. Traverse the South Island’s breathtaking landscapes aboard the TranzAlpine to Christchurch, journey along the spectacular coastline to Picton with the Coastal Pacific, cruise the Cook Strait, and navigate the rugged terrain on the historic Northern Explorer
to Auckland.