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Tranz Scenic – Kiwi Rail
A Tranz Scenic journey simply can’t be beaten for comfort or the stunning scenery!
In the North Island, the Overlander links Auckland with Wellington.
In the South Island, the Tranz Coastal links Picton and Christchurch, and the Tranz Alpine provides a daily service between Christchurch and Greymouth.
The Overlander Auckland to Wellington
See it all in one day – a journey through the interior!
The Overlander is a journey through the heart of the North Island, travelling between Auckland – New Zealand’s largest city and Wellington – New Zealand’s arts and culture Capital.
You will see fantastic views of New Zealand farmland, the volcanic plateau, Mount Ruapehu, the world famous Raurimu Spiral and stunning river gorges.
All carriages feature panoramic windows giving sweeping views of the magnificent North Island.
The Observation carriage includes a mix of seating including lounge style seating arranged at the very rear of the glass backed carriage enabling you to enjoy a totally unique Overlander experience.
* 1 May – 20 September operates Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
* 25 September – 2 May operates 7 days (excluding Christmas Day).
The TranzCoastal Picton to Christchurch
Discover the wild spirit of the coast!
The TranzCoastal train journey travels between the delightful port of Picton and Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city.
This journey is a scenic feast of New Zealand, with the Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side of your train and the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline on the other.
Along the way you pass though the village of Kaikoura, where, if you’re touring New Zealand, you can break your journey to take in whale watching or dare to get closer and swim with the dolphins.
Travel through some of New Zealand’s finest horticultural and farmland areas and see amazing wildlife such as dolphins, seals and penguins from the comfort of your train carriage.
Travel through 22 tunnels, cross 175 bridges and enjoy the open air viewing carriage where all your senses are awakened with the clean, fresh, sea air.
* 8 August – 9 September departs Picton 2pm, arrives Christchurch 7.21pm.
The TranzAlpine Christchurch to Greymouth
Rated one of the world’s great scenic railway journeys! Meeting the challenge of the mountains!
The TranzAlpine scenic train journey travels between Christchurch and Greymouth, from one coast of New Zealand to the other.
From your carriage you’ll see the fields of the Canterbury Plains and farmland, followed by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River.
Your train then climbs into the Southern Alps before descending through lush beech rain forest to the West Coast town of Greymouth, a great base for visits to Punakaiki & the popular glaciers.
All carriages include both one way seating and tabled group seating, allowing you to experience the amazing views while enjoying the company of other passengers on-board.
An open air viewing carriage allows you to get even closer to the stunning scenery and provides many opportunities to photograph your favourite spots. There’s a lot to look forward to!
The trip is 223.8 kilometres long and takes just 4.5 hours. There are 16 tunnels and 5 viaducts, the highest being the ‘Staircase’ standing at 73 metres.
The train may depart intermediate stations earlier if all booked passengers are onboard. Passengers are advised to be at all stations at least 20 minutes before the time shown. This timetable is subject to change. Please confirm 24 hours prior to departure.
Location
Auckland Station: Britomart, 12 Queen Street
Wellington Station: Bunny Street
Picton Station: Auckland Street
Christchurch Station: Troup Drive off Clarence Street
