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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.

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

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

Great Journeys New Zealand is excited to present our fresh approach to exploring the country by rail. Our new all-inclusive, fully-guided train and coach tours offer you the perfect balance of luxury and adventure.

Marlborough is just a short 30-minute drive from the Picton Ferry Terminal, the region includes small towns such as Renwick, Wairua, Havelock, and of course, the beautiful town of Blenheim. It’s home to breathtaking scenery, some of New Zealand’s finest v

It’s often said that a day or two isn’t enough to discover this South Island wonder and we've got a plan to prove it. So without further ado, here’s our pick of the best things to do in Christchurch.

The energy of the Kaikōura earthquake in 2016 triggered 100,000 landslides and uplifted 80km of coastline. But as nature’s power destroys, it also creates, and some incredible scenery has emerged from the devastation.

The journey takes a minimum of three days, but you can extend it as long as you want. And with a number of incredible places to check out along the way, we’d recommend putting aside a few more. After all, it’s less about the destination and more about the

Travelling New Zealand by train and ferry unlocks a world of unimaginable beauty as you carve through spectacular terrain. There are plenty of opportunities to take photographs of lakes, gorges and mountain ranges through the panoramic windows but, if you