GRAND RAIL EXPLORER

This once-in-a-lifetime rail holiday will combine three iconic train journeys with five days of driving the untamed West Coast from Queenstown, home to giant glaciers, waterfalls & blowholes. Traverse the South Island’s breathtaking landscapes aboard the iconic TranzAlpine. Journey along the spectacular coastline on the Coastal Pacific before cruising the Cook Strait and stepping aboard the historic Northern Explorer to Auckland.

12 Day Grand Rail Explorer

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

• 11 nights of hand-picked accommodation (3.5/4 star hotels)

• 5 days car hire from Queenstown to Greymouth

• Premium car hire insurance with a nil excess

• Milford Sound Cruise with lunch ex Queenstown

• Leisure time to explore Franz Josef, Glacier Country

• TranzAlpine Great Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch

• Time to create memories in Christchurch

• Coastal Pacific Great Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

• Interislander Ferry from Picton to Wellington

• Marvel at Wellington’s sparkling waterfront

• Northern Explorer Great Train Journey from Wellington to Auckland Strand

• Experience the vibrant city of Auckland

SET DEPARTURE DATES

From £1,799* per person (Package must start on the below departure dates)

From £1,799* pp

* Terms & conditions: Pricing featured is based on 2 adults sharing and priced as per person in Great British Pounds. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 08 Jan 2024 to 31 Mar 2024 and valid for sale until 31 Dec 2023 unless sold out prior. Due to Great Train Journeys schedules, this package must start on a Monday in Queenstown. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates apply including special events and holiday periods. Accommodation will be confirmed at time of booking. Car hire based on a Suzuki Swift Auto or similar with Europcar, based on pick up from Queenstown Airport Day 1 from 9am and drop off Greymouth on Day 5 by 2pm. Europcar conditions apply. Scenic Plus may be available for an additional cost on the TranzAlpine train only. Quote package code: ANZ2412DGRE

Explore the North Island’s spectacular and diverse landscape as you venture through the heart of New Zealand. Climb aboard the historic Northern Explorer train and journey from the glittering skyline of Auckland to the quaint capital of Wellington. Experience volcanic peaks, fertile farmlands and geothermal magic over the next 10 days.

10 Day Northern Explorer

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

• 9 nights of deluxe accommodation (4 star hotels)

• Breakfast daily

• Northern Explorer Great Train Journey from Auckland Strand to Wellington

• 7 days car hire from Wellington to Auckland

• The Silky Oak Chocolate Dipper Tour Napier

• Explore New Zealand’s largest lake - Lake Taupo

• Entry to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Rotorua

• Entry to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

TRAVEL SEASONS & PRICING

(Package must start on a Sunday, Wednesday or Friday)

From £1,599* pp