Classic Tour

15 days

From: NZ$9499

Departure: Auckland

Destination: Queenstown

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Join us on this scenic guided tour through the heart and soul of New Zealand. Discover off the beaten track locations and bustling urban centres by three world-famous scenic rail experiences.

Highlights 

  • Encounter the volcanic peaks of Middle Earth in Tongariro National Park
  • Witness the engineering marvels of Raurimu Spiral and Otira Tunnel
  • Whales, dolphins, and sea life – spend a day with wildlife by the ocean in Kaikōura
  • Uncover the home of the sacred pounamu, mesmerising blue lakes, and ancient forests on the West Coast
  • Discover Haast Pass on a unique Kiwi-style road trip adventure
  • Be captivated by the storytelling of your Tour Director throughout your great journey

 

Travel Northbound: Queenstown to Auckland Tours Available 

We got to see so much of New Zealand on this trip! The food and the service on the train was impeccable. - Wayne & Helen | USA

 

What you get along the way

 

Transportation

  • Northern Explorer Scenic Train 
  • Cook Strait Ferry Crossing
  • Coastal Pacific Scenic Train
  • TranzAlpine Scenic Train
  • Private Coaches to reach regional gems
  • Private shuttles (excluding airport arrival)
  • Porterage

 

Meals 

  • 14 Breakfasts
  • 4 Dinners
  • 4 Meals on the train

 

Accommodation

  • 3 - 4 Star Hotel (14 nights)
  • Twin Share 
  • Single Upgrade Available 

 

Minimum Age:

  • 16 years and over
  • Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

 

Group Size

Maximum of 35 people. 

Available Dates

Product Code: CAQ

Our Classic New Zealand Highlights Tour departs on the following dates. To book your place, either call us on 0800 872 467 (+64 4 495 0775) or click the Book Now button and complete the enquiry form. You can choose to pay 20% and then pay the balance 66 days before departure.

Start Auckland

13 DEC 2024

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

27 DEC 2024

NZ$

9499

per person

twin/share

 

Start Queenstown

12 JAN 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Auckland

26 JAN 2025

NZ$

NZ$9499

8549

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

17 JAN 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

31 JAN 2025

NZ$

9499

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

7 FEB 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

21 FEB 2025

NZ$

9499

per person

twin/share

 

Start Auckland

5 SEPT 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

19 SEPT 2025

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

12 SEPT 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

26 SEPT 2025

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

3 OCT 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

17 OCT 2025

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

14 NOV 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

28 NOV 2025

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

5 DEC 2025

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

19 DEC 2025

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Queenstown

4 JAN 2026

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Auckland

18 JAN 2026

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

13 FEB 2026

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

27 FEB 2026

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

13 MAR 2026

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

27 MAR 2026

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Auckland

27 MAR 2026

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Queenstown

10 APR 2026

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

Start Queenstown

19 APR 2026

 
 

days

15

 
 
 

Finish Auckland

3 MAY 2026

NZ$

9749

per person

twin/share

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Solo Traveller Options

Guaranteed Share: If you are a solo traveller, you can choose the guaranteed Share option, and we will match you with another solo traveller of the same gender in a twin-bedded room. If we can't match you with another solo traveller, we will cover the Single Supplement cost.

Single Supplement: If you are a Solo Traveller and would like a room to yourself, you can select to pay the Single Supplement when confirming your booking.

 

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Northbound Tour: This tour travels from South to North

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