Discover the South Island by Rail

With a New Zealand Rail Tour

Discover the spectacular beauty of New Zealand’s South Island by rail, travelling through alpine passes, rugged coastlines, wide open plains, and remote backcountry landscapes. With panoramic views from your window, the journey itself becomes one of the highlights of the experience.

Our South Island Rail Tours combine scenic rail travel with carefully planned touring experiences, including exclusive chartered train journeys on selected tours. These special departures allow access to sections of railway not normally available to the public, offering a unique way to experience some of the South Island’s most remote and breathtaking scenery.