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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.

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

Guest blogger Jacqui Gibson describes why off-season is a great time to jump aboard the TranzAlpine train and how this scenic rail journey has the added allure of introducing travellers to the magical world of New Zealand greenstone.

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

Stretching from the South Island’s East to West coast, the incredible TranzAlpine scenic train is one of the best ways to see the South Island. And we’ve got a stack of reasons to prove it. So read on for those, plus a bunch of tips when travelling with k

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

“Dramatic”, “beautiful”, “stunning.” All these words have been used to describe the TranzAlpine train. Does this ring true for Kiwis who've not experienced this world-famous journey?

Serenely situated between bush-covered mountains with camera-ready panoramic views, Lake Brunner has been known as simply the largest lake in the northwestern South Island. However, with its envious year-round fishing conditions, numerous water activities

Welcome to the TranzAlpine train, one of the world’s most incredible train rides, stretching from Christchurch to Greymouth.

With its reputation for being a must-do travel experience, the TranzAlpine journey through the South Island stays in the hearts of all its passengers long after their adventure.

From short rides that take an hour, to trails that go on for days, the North Island of New Zealand is home to some of the world’s best cycling.

Discover a winter wonderland aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train travelling across the dusted snow capped Southern Alps.