Scenic Plus aboard the Coastal Pacific
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.
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 Journeys NZ.
Tales from the Tours: Part 1 | Auckland to Wellington
Join the beginning of our New Zealand rail tour as we traverse the volcanic plateau en route from Auckland to Wellington
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
Tales from the Tours: Part 3 | Christchurch to Queenstown
Weave through the Southern Alps and along the West Coast from Christchurch to Queenstown on the final leg of our New Zealand rail tour
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.
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 offer you the perfect balance of luxury and adventure.
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 of introducing travellers to the magical world of New Zealand greenstone.
Christchurch has the kids covered
The garden city has a bounty of fun on offer for children of all ages — even the big kid in you. So if you’re looking for things to do in New Zealand or some school holiday ideas, we’ve put together our top five family fun activities you and the kids can
A romantic getaway to remember
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
A long weekend in Christchurch
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.
Discover a new New Zealand
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.
