New Zealand Scenic Train tours

South Island National Parks

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A comprehensive South Island tour that visits or travels through each National Park and 2 World Heritage Sites. Travelling from Christchurch through Kaikoura to Abel Tasman National Park you have the option of exploring Kahurangi National Park. Through the Nelson Lakes region to the West Coast and Paparoa National Park before visiting Arthur's Pass National Park. Then to the Glaciers and Westland National Park before heading into Mt. Aspiring National Park. Fiordland National Park is not to be missed and here you enjoy both a cruise on Milford Sound and an overnight on Doubtful Sound. Into the deep south and onto Rakiura National Park or Stewart Island as it is more commonly known. 2 nights in Dunedin before heading to Mt. Cook National Park and then back to Christchurch.

Coast to Coast

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Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour visits Mt. Cook National Park, travels through the Southern Lakes region and into the deep south. Time to explore Dunedin and wildlife of the Otago Peninsular before crossing the rich farmland of Southland toward Te Anau and Fiordland National Park. There is a full day to explore Milford Sound including a Real Journeys Nature Cruise. Then to Queenstown for two nights with time to relax or enjoy the countless activities here. The West Coast Glaciers are next and two nights allow time to enjoy one of the many guided walk options or scenic flights. Return to Christchurch aboard the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

Lakes, Mountains and Glaciers

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Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour visits the Mackenzie high country and Lake Tekapo before heading on to Mt. Cook National Park. Then to Queenstown for two nights with time to relax or enjoy the countless activities here. The West Coast Glaciers are next before you return to Christchurch aboard the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

Coast to Coast

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Our family package tours are designed to ensure a great time. Accommodations suggested are ideal with spacious family rooms or 2 bedroom motel/apartment style and all have kitchen facilities.

Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour explore Christchurch in depth before heading to Mt. Cook National Park and a spectacular scenic flight. Then to Dunedin to explore its unique wildlife with a full day guided tour. On to Fiordland National Park including a visit to the Glow Worm Caves and Milford Sound before heading to the adventure capital of Queenstown. The West Coast Glaciers are next and two nights allow time to enjoy one of the many guided walk options. Also included is a Quad Bike adventure for a fun way to view the glaciers. Return to Christchurch crossing the Southern Alps on board the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

Auckland to the Southern Alps

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South Island Navigator

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The Southern Circuit

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Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour visits Mt. Cook National Park, travels through the Southern Lakes region and into the deep south. Time to explore Dunedin and wildlife of the Otago Peninsular before crossing the rich farmland of Southland toward Te Anau and Fiordland National Park. There is a full day to explore Milford Sound including a Real Journeys Nature Cruise. Then to Queenstown for two nights with time to relax or enjoy the countless activities here. The West Coast Glaciers are next and two nights allow time to enjoy one of the many guided walk options or scenic flights. Return to Christchurch aboard the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

Auckland to Auckland Overlander

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Fiords, Glaciers and Mountains

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Starting and finishing in Christchurch this tour visits the Mackenzie high country and Lake Tekapo before heading onto Mt. Cook National Park. Then to Te Anau and a Milford Sound Nature Cruise before heading to Queenstown for two nights. Time to relax or enjoy the countless activities here. The West Coast Glaciers are next and two nights allow time to enjoy one of the many guided walk options or scenic flights. Return to Christchurch aboard the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.

A Taste of the South

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A short highlights tour driving the countryside of Canterbury, Otago, Southland, Fiordland and the West Coast. Visiting Mt. Cook, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown and Franz Josef Glacier you return to Christchurch via the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train.