THE GREAT NEW ZEALAND TRAIN JOURNEY
03 - 19 MARCH 2027
Train whistle blowin’, all aboard and we are on the road (or on the train tracks!) for The Great New Zealand Train Journey which combines all the bygone glory of train travel with wonderful tours and fun, laughter
and incredible musical events from Russ, Kate and John Bayne in beautiful settings around New Zealand.
$11700 per person twin share
Single Room Supplement Add $3780
Initial Deposit On Booking: $1500
Second Deposit Due: 14 September 2026 $3000
Final Balance Due: 18 November 2026
Days
17 Days
Highlights
Several scenic train rides through NZ, including TranzAlpine plus private concerts, Hobbiton, Hamilton
Gardens, tram ride, boat cruises, gardens, wine tasting, museums and art gallery.
Group Size
35
Travellers
Meals
All breakfasts
1 High Tea
7 Lunches
12 Dinners
Mobility
Moderate Tour
SPECIAL FEATURES
• 16 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels: Auckland (2 nights), Hamilton (3 nights), Ohakune (2 nights),
Palmerston North (1 night), Wellington (2 nights), Blenheim (2 nights), Christchurch (4 nights).
• Train rides through beautiful farmlands, rugged coastlines, the volcanic plateau, undulating mountains and lush forests including TranzAlpine, Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific and Glenbrook Railway.
• Musical experiences along the way which include: From Phantom to Les Mis our first night dinner and entertainment, Melodies and Memories, a vineyard concert and dinner: Luck of the Irish, Spotlight on Russ, a concert at Powderhorn Chateau: Around the World and our final evening gala Showstoppers.
• Entertainment from our escorts on board our carriage as we travel through our country, the most beautiful country in the world.
• Numerous tours and experiences including Zealong, Hobbiton, International Antarctic Centre, wine tasting in Blenheim, Hamilton Gardens, National War Museum, Waiouru, visit to Te Papa, tour of Parliament, steamboat cruise, Sarjeant Art Museum, tram ride, gondola ride and so much more.
• Love, care and laughter from our incredible tour hosts: Russell Dixon, Kate Lineham and John Bayne with special guest Amanda Atlas appearing on the final night.
This Trip Includes:
• 16 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels: Auckland (2 nights), Hamilton (3 nights), Ohakune (2 nights), Palmerston North (1 night), Wellington (2 nights), Blenheim (2 nights), Christchurch (4 nights).
• Train journeys: Northern Explorer, Hamilton – Ohakune, Palmerston North - Wellington // Coastal Pacific, Blenheim - Christchurch // TranzAlpine, Christchurch - Greymouth (return).
• Other transport - Interislander Ferry one-way Wellington to Picton, plus all transfers, including luggage and people by coach.
• Musical experiences along the way which include: From Phantom to Les Mis our first night dinner and entertainment, Melodies and Memories, a barn concert and dinner: Luck of the Irish, Spotlight on Russ, a concert at Powderhorn Chateau: Around the World and our final evening gala Showstoppers.
• A little Irish singalong and other songs from our escorts on board our carriage as we travel through our country, the most beautiful country in the world.
• Numerous tours and experiences from Hobbiton, International Antarctic Centre, wine tasting in Blenheim, Hamilton Gardens, National War Museum, Waiouru, visit to Te Papa, Tram ride, Gondola ride, steamboat cruise and tour of Parliament.
• Love, care and laughter from our incredible tour hosts: Russell Dixon, Kate Lineham and John Bayne with special guest, Amanda Atlas appearing on the final night.
• All breakfasts, 1 high tea, 7 lunches and 12 dinners included.
PLEASE NOTE: As our travellers are coming from all over NZ, airfares are not included. If you require us to book your flights at an additional cost, please contact us.
Important Information
• All itinerary details are subject to change, but changes will be replaced with a comparable or better option.
• Initial & Second deposits are fully refundable up until final balance due date, minus an administration fee of up to $500 plus any non-recoverable costs.
• All monies are non-refundable at final balance due date. This becomes an insurance claim.
• Bank transfer payments incur no surcharge. Credit card payments incur surcharge of 1.5%.
• Travellers need to be independently mobile and fit to travel.
• Bookings will only be accepted with initial deposit & booking form.
• All travellers must obtain comprehensive travel insurance for international travel and insurance for domestic travel is recommended.
• Please refer to our terms and conditions on booking form.
Mobility - ModerateTour
This trip has a little more walking than an easy tour. It is a moderate tour for one of the following reasons - you may need to walk with ease for up to one hour at a slow pace or be able to climb stairs or be able to get on and off boats, trains and buses. This trip will not suit those on walkers and a moderate level of mobility is required.