Scenic Rail Pass

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 scenic trains - the Auckland to Wellington train, the Christchurch to Picton train and The Christchurch to Greymouth train plus one ferry crossing between the North and South Islands at your own pace.

All carriages are carpeted, centrally heated and air-conditioned, so you can sit back and enjoy the view from your panoramic window and include a buffet carriage where you can purchase a wide selection of light meals and snacks.

The Scenic Rail Pass is designed for the independent traveler, families or small groups, who want to get the best out of their New Zealand holiday and experience New Zealand's unique beauty with the benefits of train travel.

You can choose your own route, stop when you like, and travel as many times as you wish within the validity of this flexible pass - hop on and off where and when you wish. You can travel between the North and South Islands with ease as your Scenic Rail Pass includes travel on a Cook Strait ferry between Wellington in the North Island and Picton in the South Island.

The Scenic Rail Pass provides you with genuine savings so the more you travel the better the value.

You can add to your Scenic Rail Pass, a range of 'Hop On/Hop Off' Bus and Coach passes for additional travel within New Zealand.

Alternatively, you can add to your Scenic Rail Pass travel, a range of 'Mix N Match' independent travel packages (with accommodation, sightseeing and travel included) ranging from 3 Days/2 Nights to 7 Days/6 Nights departing from Christchurch,  to suit your time in New Zealand - a great way for the independent traveller to see New Zealand.