Auckland to Christchurch except where indicated*
| Month | Year | Day |
| April | 2025 | 2, 9, 25* |
| September | 2025 | 3, 24, 26* |
| October | 2025 | 1, 18, 15, 29 |
| November | 2025 | 5, 12, 26, |
| December | 2025 | 3, 10 |
| January | 2026 | 14, 21, 28 |
| February | 2026 | 4, 11, 18, 25 |
| March | 2026 | 4, 11, 18, 25 |
| April | 2026 | 1, 3*, 8, 15, 17* |
| Subject to availability * Christchurch to Auckland | ||
| Cost per Person: September 2025-April 2026 | |
| Twin share | from NZ$9,999 |
| Single room | from NZ$12,398 |
Frequently asked questions
- 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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