Experience New Zealand's scenic beauty by traveling on one of the three long distance passenger trains on New Zealand's passenger rail network.

Each of the three scenic rail journeys, travel through New Zealand's unique geography, with the views from the Auckland to Wellington train showing you diverse countryside and volcanic region of the North Island; towering viaducts, spectacular gorges, hidden valleys, to the rugged coastline of the South Island, seen from the Picton to Christchurch train to the mountain alpine scenery from the Christchurch to Greymouth train.

Travel is in air conditioned, centrally heated, carpeted carriages with comfortable 'Two Seat-Aisle-Two Seat' reclining seats with head rests, onboard washroom facilities, large panoramic windows and a team of friendly staff to provide assistance.

Some trains have special viewing carriages and some have paired seating around tables which is great for families, groups or for meeting new friends.

Explore New Zealand with a 7 or 14 Day Scenic Rail Pass that allows you to travel on the long distance passenger rail network on the following train services - the Auckland to Wellington train, the Christchurch to Picton train and the Christchurch to Greymouth train and one ferry sailing between the North and South Islands. A great way to save money!!

Scenic Rail Pass is designed for the independent traveler, families or small groups.  There is a range of suggested travel itineraries to help you in planning your train travel.

The Coastal Connection is a unique scenic experience that combines a ferry sailing from Wellington to Picton crossing the Cook Strait between the North and South Islands, connecting with the Picton to Christchurch train  to Kaikoura and Christchurch.

So, sit back, relax and enjoy some of the finest scenery in the world.

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