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NORTHERN EXPLORER Connecting Auckland & Wellington
From £156*pp
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Soar over rivers and towering viaducts
• See the high plains of the volcanic plateau
• Meander alongside the white cliffs of Rangitikei
• See Mount Ruapehu and Ngauruhoe
• The beautiful Rangitikei River Gorge
• Cruise along the Kapiti Coast
Explore the rural heart of New Zealand’s North Island on this epic 648km journey from Auckland to Wellington.
The Northern Explorer train connects multi-cultural Auckland with the bustling capital, Wellington. With unique blends of international prestige and local culture, both are excellent places to start or finish your adventure.
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See the scenic wonders of Middle Earth, soar over towering viaducts, across the high plains of the volcanic plateau, and beneath three mighty volcanoes.
Destinations include: Auckland • Hamilton • Otorohanga (Waitomo Caves) • Taumarunui • Tongariro National Park • Ohakune • Palmerston North • Wellington
TRAVEL SEASONS & PRICING - TRAIN ONLY
01 Oct 2023 30 Apr 2024 £156*pp
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