Family adventures await
This spring, take the family on a rail journey through some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most spectacular landscapes.
For a limited time, children 14 and under can travel in Scenic Class for just $25 each way when travelling with a fully paid adult fare.
Whether you're exploring the dramatic Southern Alps, following the Kaikōura coastline, or discovering the heart of the North Island, there's a journey the whole family will remember.
Book between 21 August and 11 October for travel from 26 September to 11 October 2026.
How Kids25 spring deal works
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Choose a service: Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific, TranzAlpine
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Child fare: $25 each way (Scenic Class only)
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Apply one promo code in the discount coupon field for each train:
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Either KIDS25NE Northern Explorer
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or KIDS25TA TranzAlpine
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or KIDS25CP Coastal Pacific
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Travel together: Valid when travelling with at least one full price adult fare
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Travel period: 26 September - 11 October 2026
Make family memories
From snow-capped mountains and braided rivers to rugged coastlines and rolling countryside, every journey offers something new to discover together.
Warm carriages. Generous seating. Time to relax and reconnect as the landscape unfolds beyond the window.
- Share stories as you cross the plains and high viaducts
- Play cards in your seats while rivers and valleys rush by
- Spot wildlife and landmarks through wide windows
- Capture photos without needing to pull over or park
- Read and fill in our activity book together
These are the little moments that become core memories, like their first hot chocolate on board or the time they saw snow on the hills from the train.
Seats are limited and school holiday travel is popular. Secure your family's adventure today.
Journeys to remember
Every journey is relaxed, scenic and unforgettable, ideal for parents or grandparents wanting something special and low stress.
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Northern Explorer: Travel between Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau and Wellington / Whanganui-a-Tara through the heart of the North Island. Rolling farmland, volcanic plateaus, ancient forests, and bridges that float above valleys create a living classroom outside the window.
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TranzAlpine: Link Christchurch / Ōtautahi and Greymouth / Māwhera across the Southern Alps, braided rivers sparkling under sun. Snow-tipped peaks, deep gorges and rivers make this one of the most scenic train trips in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Coastal Pacific: Journey between Christchurch / Ōtautahi and Picton / Waitohi along New Zealand’s spectacular east coast. Travel past dramatic shorelines, vineyard-covered valleys and the wildlife-rich Kaikōura coastline, where mountains rise beside the sea in one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most scenic coastal rail experiences.
Book your Scenic Class $25 child fares now!
Simply choose your preferred train below and start booking. Choose a Scenic Class fare and enter the code below on the confirmation page to get your promotional $25 child fares:
Promo code for TranzAlpine: KIDS25TA
Promo code for Northern Explorer: KIDS25NE
Promo code for Coastal Pacific: KIDS25CP
Exclusions: • Excludes Scenic Plus • Not available in conjunction with any other offer
Terms and conditions: • Minimum of one adult must be travelling with a child • Child fare is $25 each way and available for Scenic Class only, excludes Scenic Plus • Valid for new bookings made between 21 August 2026 and 11 October 2026 • Valid for travel between 26 September 2026 and 11 October 2026 • Offer may be withdrawn at any time • Normal fare conditions apply • Not available in conjunction with any other offer • Subject to availability • Child fare applies to passengers aged 14 and under
FAQS
Quick journey details. Kids25 is designed for New Zealand families planning school holiday travel.