Connect with our New Zealand trains
Glide through Aotearoa New Zealand in style aboard our world-famous scenic train journeys.
Northern Explorer
Wind through rolling meadows to the volcanic hinterlands of the north on the Northern Explorer scenic train
Coastal Pacific
Voyage along the pristine Pacific coastline beneath snow-capped mountains on the Coastal Pacific train
TranzAlpine
Traverse the magnificent Southern Alps on our world-famous TranzAlpine scenic train journey
Travel experiences guaranteed to move you
Experience a picture-perfect journey through the heart of New Zealand.
From sleeping volcanoes to cascading waterfalls, sparkling cities to quaint rural farmsteads, golden beaches to snow-capped mountains. We'll bring the best of New Zealand's famous scenery to your window while you sit back and relax.
Choose a world-class rail journey or a full Aotearoa experience. Build your dream itinerary, or choose from our carefully crafted selection of packages and tours.
Whatever you want, we'll take you there.
Discover local treasures
Uncover hidden gems across Aotearoa New Zealand with thoughtfully curated journeys that take you beyond the expected.
Tormore Express is back for spring
As dusk settles over the Canterbury countryside, your journey begins, not just through scenic landscapes, but into the heart of a gripping theatrical mystery brought to life by The Court Theatre.
But the night takes a chilling turn... a body is discovered. A murderer is among you.
Now, it’s up to you and your fellow passengers to unravel the clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the crime, before you reach your final stop.
Savour a sumptuous multi-course chef’s selection dinner, paired with fine beverages, as suspense and drama unfold around you.
Kids25 fares make winter memorable
Bring the kids along for just $25 each way and settle in for a journey with room to breathe and views worth the window seat.
From crisp mornings to golden afternoons, winter in Aotearoa New Zealand is best enjoyed together.
Swap the drive for a hosted rail journey and focus on the moments that matter.
Experience the natural flavours of New Zealand
Elevate your experience with Scenic Plus, a full-sensory exploration of the lands you travel through aboard your New Zealand rail journey.
Using the finest ingredients carefully selected from the spectacular lands you see through your window, we've curated a menu of regional delicacies that are freshly prepared in our custom-built kitchen carriage and served at your seat throughout the journey.
There really is no better way to be immersed New Zealand cuisine and culture.
Explore Aotearoa New Zealand with us
Take a guided tour through Aotearoa New Zealand, from vibrant cities to remote landscapes rich in culture and natural beauty. Discover iconic highlights and hidden gems as you travel beyond the well‑known, with every detail carefully taken care of.
Infotainment - our onboard app
Travel beyond the rails on an immersive storytelling adventure. Dive deeper into natures tapestry and soar through mountain ranges with a bird's-eye view while incredible scenery unfolds before your very eyes.
Released exclusively aboard the TranzAlpine train, this service is now available on select journeys between Christchurch to Greymouth.
Carbon Calculator
See the impact. Travel with care.
Every journey leaves a footprint. With Great Journeys of New Zealand’s carbon calculator, travellers can easily understand the emissions impact of their travel choices, even before they board.
Use our free tool to estimate how much you could reduce your carbon emissions by travelling with Great Journeys New Zealand.
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Discover the West Coast
From idyllic lakes to geological wonders, discover why New Zealand's West Coast is such a spectacular place to visit: