TranzAlpine named one of the world’s best train journeys

TranzAlpine named one of the world’s best train journeys

Condé Nast Traveler readers’ have voted the Great Journeys New Zealand TranzAlpine train as one of the world’s best train journeys.

Touring Lord Of The Rings Locations By Train

Touring Lord Of The Rings Locations By Train

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

Tales from the Tours: Part 2 | Wellington to Christchurch

Tales from the Tours: Part 2 | Wellington to Christchurch

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

Best Winter Getaways in New Zealand

Best Winter Getaways in New Zealand

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

7 Best Places To Visit In New Zealand In Autumn

7 Best Places To Visit In New Zealand In Autumn

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

A new approach to New Zealand scenic rail travel

A new approach to New Zealand scenic rail travel

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

TranzAlpine: a journey to pounamu country

TranzAlpine: a journey to pounamu country

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

The TranzAlpine - A no fuss family getaway

The TranzAlpine - A no fuss family getaway

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

15 Instagrammable places in New Zealand

15 Instagrammable places in New Zealand

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

Must see sights from Coastal Pacific trains

Must see sights from Coastal Pacific trains

The Coastal Pacific scenic train runs from Christchurch to Picton and covers some of New Zealand’s most beautiful, unique, and geographically amazing landscapes

Things to do in Christchurch Before Your Train Journey

Things to do in Christchurch Before Your Train Journey

Taking a journey on the TranzAlpine train? Why not get to Christchurch a day or two early and explore New Zealand’s oldest city?

Family fun in Kaikōura

Family fun in Kaikōura

There’s a place on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island where the mountains meet the sea; where the beauty of the landscape is matched only by the beaut