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Great Journeys New Zealand

Great Journeys New Zealand

Let us take you there. Travel through New Zealand's picturesque landscapes on one of Great Journeys unique rail tours, visiting world-famous destinations and idyllic locations on a voyage of discovery. Hosted aboard their award-winning scenic trains, you'll weave through New Zealand's dramatic landscapes in spectacular style.
Let us take you there. Travel through New Zealand's picturesque landscapes on one of Great Journeys unique rail tours, visiting world-famous destinations and idyllic locations on a voyage of discovery. Hosted aboard their award-winning scenic trains, you'll weave through New Zealand's dramatic landscapes in spectacular style.

Great Journeys at a glance...

Rail Journeys
16
Departures
176
Reviews
New Partner
Budget
Affordable & Premium
Trip Types
Rail Journeys
Accommodation
Luxury & premium properties & hotels
Activity Level
Low to moderate
Meals
Breakfast daily and selected meals
Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing and rail experiences included
Free Time
Regular free time built into guided tours
Transport
Rail, coach and ferry
Age Range
16-99 Years
Airport Transfers
Included
Gratuities
Not included
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Guest Mix
International travellers, generally aged 50+
Destinations Explored

Featured rail journeys

Showcasing our exclusive packages and Great Journeys' most popular rail journeys

Inspirational Alps Tour (Northbound)

7 Days Queenstown to Christchurch

Trip Style: Signature

From 6,369pp
Save 130pp
Spectacular South Tour (Southbound)

11 Days Wellington to Queenstown

Trip Style: Signature

From 9,799pp
Save 200pp
Captivating Coast Tour (Southbound)

7 Days Wellington to Christchurch

Trip Style: Signature

From 5,585pp
Save 114pp
Cities & Coastal Highlights Tour

10 Days Auckland to Christchurch

Trip Style: Classic

From 5,879pp
Save 120pp

Popular ways to travel with Great Journeys

Classic Tours include a Tour Director, 3-4 star accommodation, breakfasts, select meals, train journeys and transfers with read more more spare time to enjoy optional activities.

Journey through NZ's most spectacular locations, while enjoying a Tour Director, 4-4.5 star accommodation, breakfasts, select read more meals, train journeys, premium activities and transfers.

What's it like travelling with Great Journeys?

Classic Tours

Classic Tours

Our Classic Tours provide an exciting balance of organised travel with customisable activities.

Travelling through New Zealand's stunning scenery aboard our scenic trains, we'll take you to New Zealand's premier locations, where you can choose from an incredible selection of optional activities.

Throughout your journey, your Tour Director will be on hand to show you the sights and organise your travel experiences. All you need to do is relax and enjoy every sensational minute of every spectacular day.

Signature Tours

Signature Tours

Our Signature Tours take you deep into New Zealand culture on a unique rail tour filled with amazing local experiences.

While you relax and absorb stunning New Zealand landscapes aboard our scenic trains, your experienced Tour Director will be entertaining you with the stories and histories of our land. You'll be travelling to New Zealand's most popular destinations and most spectacular locations, leaving the well-travelled roads behind.

With an extensive range of premium experiences included, our Travel Director will be showing you authentic Aotearoa New Zealand on an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. 

Led by a Local

Led by a Local

Meet Mark, one of our experienced Tour Directors. 

Joining Mark on any of our tours means a personalised experience. Tap into his local knowledge as he guides you across volcanic regions, through mountain ranges and alongside coastal paths.

Each of our tours is fully guided which means you'll spend less time planning, and more time enjoying your adventure. No stress, no worries. Have a question about New Zealand's rich geology, culture, history or maybe even where the best-kept culinary secret is on your free evening to explore the city? Mark's your guide. 

With local knowledge at your fingertips - you won't miss a thing. 

FAQs

Who travels on your tours?
Visitors from all over the world including local New Zealanders who want to explore their own backyard like they've never seen it before!
How many people will be on the tour?
A maximum of 20 travellers on our Classic tours and 35 travellers on our Signature tours.
What walking/fitness level is required on tour?
Our rail journeys are suitable for all travellers. Let your Global Journeys advisor know if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to travel.
Are meals included on tour?
Breakfasts are included every day along with other meals as specified in each individual itinerary.

Terms & conditions

All the boring small print - but we recommend you read them, as no one likes surprises!