Travel Blog

Award winning designs, the carriage offers a full sensory experience for our manuhiri (visitors), bringing Aotearoa New Zealand’s landscapes, stories, and flavours of the land directly to their seats.

Take in the stunning autumnal landscapes, enjoy the peaceful serenity of off-peak travel, and make the most of exclusive discounts and experiences.

Hello! We're Sara and JAAC, globe-trotters with a love for adventure. Come along the journey as we experience the TranzAlpine in New Zealand's South Island.

Join us as we set the stage for an exciting new chapter in our journey, where threads of identity, diversity, and unity are woven into the very fabric of our brand-new uniform.

Come aboard the Coastal Pacific train with me to experience Scenic Plus. A sublime five and a half hours of visual bliss coupled with taste sensations.

Have you ever watched the films and thought to yourself, “I’d love to see those locations, so stunning”? Good news, you absolutely can, and via train with Great Journeys NZ.

Embark on a scenic train journey to witness the awe-inspiring glaciers of New Zealand. Uncover the best destinations and handy tips for an unforgettable glacial experience.

Join the beginning of our New Zealand rail tour as we traverse the volcanic plateau en route from Auckland to Wellington

Set sail from Wellington across Cook Strait before meandering along the Pacific coast by rail to Christchurch in part two of our touring adventure

Weave through the Southern Alps and along the West Coast from Christchurch to Queenstown on the final leg of our New Zealand rail tour

Whether you’re an adventure enthusiast or a leisure seeker, New Zealand has something to offer for everyone during the colder months.

Whether you want to go hiking in the sunshine or cosy up for a warm meal, here are the very best spots to witness the country's changing seasons