Discover New Zealand by rail

Explore the unparalleled beauty of New Zealand by rail with Railbookers. With their carefully curated selection of iconic tours you can discover Auckland’s highlights and Wellington’s Te Papa museum, venture to Rotorua and Waitomo Caves, and discover Queenstown’s breathtaking scenery. Dive into Maori culture, visit Hobbiton, or enjoy a wine tour from Napier. Sail through the Bay of Islands, hike to Bark Bay Falls, or explore Dunedin’s charms on a wildlife cruise. Examples of their tours include:

8-day Essential New Zealand This 7-night rail holiday really is the essential experience for any visitor to New Zealand. Combine the vibrant and diverse cities of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch together with the 3 scenic rail journeys and unforgettable Interislander Ferry crossing, this great rail adventure will live long in the memory!

10-day Classics of New Zealand Begin in Auckland before travelling the length of the volcanic North Island to Wellington, the capital city. Cross the Cook Strait and navigate the beautiful Charlotte Sound before enjoying some wonderful Pacific views on The Coastal Pacific Train to Christchurch. Cross the Southern Alps aboard the legendary Tranz-Alpine Train en-route to spending a night near Franz Josef Glacier. Then head on to Queenstown, the home of bungy jumping and enjoy a day discovering the natural beauty of Milford Sound with its breath-taking Fjords and amazing wildlife.

19-day Ultimate New Zealand Discover the natural beauty and wildlife of this remote land on the great 18-night rail adventure across New Zealand. From the historic beaches of the Bay of Islands travel into the ‘Pacific Rim of Fire’ and enjoy the unique setting of Rotoura. Pay a visit to the land of Hobbits and the Waitomo Caves with their mesmerizing population of glow worms, before making your way south and to the sea life mecca that is Kaikoura where you will find several Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions and Penguins in their own habitat. Explore the quaint city of Christchurch before crossing the majestic Southern Alps to marvel at the Franz Josef Glacier. Continue south to explore Milford Sound (pictured above) and the Fjordland region, then onto Dunedin, the most southerly city in the world where you will be amazed at the Yellow-Eyed Penguin Colony and other rare birds living in the wild.

Don’t miss these unforgettable experiences! With Railbookers, you can embark on scenic train rides and explore iconic landmarks, crafting memories to cherish forever. Call our team on 0800 412 5678 to start planning your trip now.

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