What are the pricing and departure dates for Signature Epicurean Alpine Odyssey Tour?
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Auckland to Queenstown
Month | Year | Day |
| April | 2025 | 6 |
| November | 2025 | 28 |
| December | 2025 | 19 |
| March | 2026 | 13 |
| April | 2026 | 3 |
April 2025-April 2026:
Costs per person:
- Twin/share: NZD $6,299
Frequently asked questions
- Inclusive drinks and dining service throughout the journey
- Exclusive kitchen carriage preparing hot and cold meals
- Paddock-to-plate regionally inspired food menu
- Paired drinks menu
- Specialist table service and storytelling
- Specialist barista coffee service
- Exclusive Scenic Plus carriage
- Panoramic windows, spacious carriage, and comfortable table or paired seating
- Open-air viewing carriage
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Luggage check-in and drop-off
- Personal service
| Departure Point | Time | Departure Point | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch | 8:15am | Greymouth | 2:15pm |
| Rolleston | 8:35am | Moana | 3:10pm |
| Darfield | 8:55am | Arthurs Pass | 4:35pm |
| Springfield | 9:20am | Springfield | 5:55pm |
| Arthur's Pass | 10:50am | Darfield | 6:15pm |
| Moana | 12:15pm | Rolleston | 6:35pm |
The TranzAlpine train travels daily until the May 10th, 2025, when it will reduce to four-day a week service (Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday). The TranzAlpine will return to 7 day service from July 11 2025. CONNECTIONS: if you are planning onward travel (e.g. flights), then please be aware that this service occasionally experiences delays of 30 minutes or more. | |||
- Scenic Class Passengers:
- 1 Large checked bag (Max: 23kg, 158cm linear size)
- 1 Cabin bag (Max: 7kg, 118cm linear size; wheeled/hard-sided suitcases must be checked in)
- 1 Small bag or handbag for valuables and essentials
- 1 Small infant bag (for passengers traveling with an infant; infants do not receive a separate luggage allowance)
- Scenic Plus Passengers:
- 2 Large checked bags (Max: 23kg each, 158cm linear size)
- 1 Cabin bag (Max: 7kg, 118cm linear size; wheeled/hard-sided suitcases must be checked in)
- 1 Small bag or handbag for valuables and essentials
- 1 Small infant bag (for passengers traveling with an infant; infants do not receive a separate luggage allowance)
Only professionally trained service animals assisting customers with disabilities are permitted onboard.
No, all our journeys, including the open-air viewing carriage, are smoke-free. Our friendly train manager will let you know if there are stops where you can stretch your legs.
We offer a selection of delicious and nutritious meals and snacks—view the full menu here. You’re welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks, but we invite you to enjoy our licensed café available on all journeys.
To ensure a stress-free journey, we recommend allowing for an overnight stop before connecting to flights or other transport. Great Journeys New Zealand is not responsible for missed connections due to train delays.
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