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Great Journeys of New Zealand - Signature Cities & Seas Tour 2026/2027

Auckland

Christchurch

13 days, 12 nights

Train Journeys

From: $10,749 pp

Tour overview

On this tour, you will see it all! Boarding in Auckland, your first few days include a series of journeys aboard the Northern Explorer train travelling through the volcanic heart of the North Island. Cruising between islands, the Interislander ferry plots a leisurely course around Wellington Harbour and through the magnificent Marlborough Sounds to Picton. From Picton, you'll voyage through vineyards and along the Pacific Coast to Kaikoura aboard the Coastal Pacific train. Your final journey is again aboard the Coastal Pacific train, meandering alongside secluded beaches on your way to Christchurch.

Tour highlights & inclusions

13 days / 12 nights
12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners

Auckland

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star

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  • Wānaka-based specialists planning your trip from inside New Zealand.
  • One travel specialist to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Explore Auckland

Kia ora! Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand’s City of Sails! Auckland is known for its multicultural hub of food, music, arts, and culture. After checking into your hotel and reading your welcome letter from your Tour Director, head out and explore all that Auckland has to offer. This is the perfect opportunity to visit the Sky Tower or go shopping along bustling Queen Street. You may even fancy a drink in one of the charming bars or eateries of Vulcan Lane. Your tour officially begins this evening, as you join your fellow travellers and Tour Director this evening for a welcome reception.

Auckland Harbour Bridge with city skyline and sailboats on blue water under clear sky.

Accommodation

4-4.5 Star Hotel

Inclusions

Raglan Sunset Cruise

Northern Explorer Train Auckland to Hamilton

Zealong Estate Tour, Tea Ceremony & Signature High Tea

Waitomo GlowWorm Caves

Sanctuary Mountain

Northern Explorer Train Hamilton to Tongariro National Park

Lauren's Lavender Farm

Northern Explorer Train Tongariro National Park to Wellington

Wellington City Tour

Cruise on the Interislander Ferry

Marlborough Wine Tour

Omaka Aviation Museum

Water Taxi Cruise through Marlborough Sounds

Coastal Pacific Train

Paua Pearl Farm Tour

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