Experience New Zealand by Rail

With a New Zealand Rail Tour

There's something truly special about discovering New Zealand by rail — travelling through remote valleys, alongside dramatic coastlines, and deep into landscapes rarely seen from the road. Sit back, relax, and let the ever-changing scenery unfold from the comfort of your seat, as the journey itself becomes just as memorable as the destination.

New Zealand is home to some of the world's most celebrated scenic rail journeys. The TranzAlpine crosses the Southern Alps between Christchurch and Greymouth, offering breathtaking views of alpine passes, beech forests, and glacier-fed rivers. The Coastal Pacific traces the stunning coastline between Christchurch and Picton, with the Kaikōura Ranges on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. And the Northern Explorer winds through the volcanic heart of the North Island between Auckland and Wellington, passing through landscapes as dramatic as they are remote.

At Pukekohe Travel, our New Zealand Rail Tours combine these iconic journeys with carefully planned touring experiences — allowing you to explore the country at a pace that feels unhurried, immersive, and genuinely rewarding. Selected tours also include exclusive chartered train travel, giving our groups access to sections of track not normally available to the public and opening up parts of New Zealand's remarkable backcountry that few travellers ever get to see.