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19 Great Days Ultimate NZ Rail, Cruise + Coach

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Overview


Discover New Zealand on this fascinating guided small group tour! Explore the unique and natural beauty of New Zealand. The spectacular landscapes and world-famous experiences are the focus of this journey. This is one of the best PREMIUM New Zealand Small Group Tours available!

Trip Details


Brief Overview 19 days / 18 nights

The ultimate PREMIUM New Zealand experience combining rail, coach and Doubtful Sound overnight cruise on a 5-StarSmall Group Tour New Zealand is more than just a travel destination; it's an explosion of experiences that will awaken every sense and...

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  • 21-Sep-26 – 09-Oct-26

    Sep 21 - Oct 9, 2026

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    $11,465 / person

  • 28-Oct-26 – 15-Nov-26

    Oct 28 - Nov 15, 2026

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    $11,465 / person

  • 14-Jan-27 – 01-Feb-27

    Jan 14 - Feb 1, 2027

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    $11,465 / person

  • 10-Feb-27 – 28-Feb-27

    Feb 10 - 28, 2027

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    $11,465 / person

Day 1 · Auckland


Arrival in Auckland

On arrival into Auckland you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink as you meet your travelling companions.

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Transfer to hotel

OPTIONAL - Auckland Sky Tower

A truly captivating experience awaits visitors to Auckland's Sky Tower. At 328 metres, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction. The Sky Tower features three obser...

Crowne Plaza Auckland

Dinner Location This hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Auckland's business district and just a few minutes walk from The Edge Entertainment Centre, Sky City Casino & Queens Street’s "Golden Mile". Located centrally, the hotel is the i...

Day 2 · Bay of Islands


Auckland to Bay of Islands

Board the luxurious Ultimate Coach and enjoy a city tour of Auckland, dubbed the ‘City of Sails’, before travelling to Matakohe to enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum. Travel via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the beautiful Ba...

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands - 2 nights

1 night - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 1 night - Bed & Breakfast Location This resort-style hotel is a perfect base from which to explore the beautiful and historic Bay of Islands. The Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands is right in the middle of everything. T...

Day 3 · Bay of Islands


Free Day in Bay of Islands

Today is a free day. Choose from the many optional activities available, including: Cape Reinga coach trip via Ninety Mile Beach A spectacular scenic flight via helicopter Cape Reinga Fly/Drive Half Day Tour Tall Ship Sailing - Day Sail on R. Tuck...

Day 4 · Auckland


INCLUDED: Bay of Islands 'Hole in the Rock' Dolphin Cruise

This morning you will explore the scenic beauty of the Bay of Islands including an island visit aboard a luxury catamaran. Cruise to the end of the Cape Brett and the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ on Motukokako Island, keep an eye out for dolphins, wh...

OPTIONAL - All Blacks Experience

All Blacks Experience - The All Blacks Experience is located in central Auckland, New Zealand, and is a guided and interactive journey about New Zealand Rugby. This state-of-the-art guided encounter allows visitors to learn and enjoy New Zealand's...

Crowne Plaza Auckland

Bed and Breakfast Location This hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Auckland's business district and just a few minutes walk from The Edge Entertainment Centre, Sky City Casino & Queens Street’s "Golden Mile". Located centrally, the hot...

Day 5 · Rotorua


Auckland to Rotorua

This morning travel to Glenbrook Vintage Railway for a nostalgic 15 kilometre trip back in time on a beautifully restored vintage steam train including a delightful morning tea. Depart Glenbrook and travel through magnificent countryside of rollin...

INCLUDED: Glenbrook Vintage Railway & National Kiwi Hatchery

This morning travel to Glenbrook Vintage Railway for a nostalgic 15 kilometre trip back in time on a beautifully restored vintage steam train including a delightful morning tea. Depart Glenbrook and travel through magnificent countryside of rollin...

Regent of Rotorua - 2 nights

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast X 2 Location This hotel is located in Rotorua. The nearest airport is Rotorua (ROT). Facilities Guests can enjoy the pleasant ambience of one of the 35 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any...

Day 6 · Rotorua


INCLUDED: Gondola Ride and Te Puia Cultural Performance and Meal

Today begins with a gondola ride and breakfast at Skyline Rotorua where spectacular views are on offer. There is also time for a thrilling luge ride! Enjoy some leisure time in the geothermal capital before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling...

OPTIONAL

Enjoy some leisure time in the geothermal capital before travelling to Te Puia. Rotorua City and Lakes Tour Mount Tarawera/Waimangu via Floatplane Mount Tarawera Volcano Landing via Helicopter Polynesian Spa

Day 7 · Wellington


Rotorua to Wellington

Travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the spectacular Huka Falls. Continue to Lake Taupo for some free time to enjoy this scenic lakeside town. Travel via the Tongariro National Park and then continue south to NZ’s capital city, Wellington....

InterContinental Wellington - 2 nights

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast X 1 Bed & Breakfast X 1 Location This stylish, contemporary hotel is located opposite Wellington's Harbour, at the centre of Wellington's political, commercial and corporate districts. Shops, museums, galleries, the café cu...

Day 8 · Wellington


INCLUDED: Te Papa Museum, Wellington City Tour & Cable Car

A highlight this morning will be time to explore Gallipoli: A Scale of War exhibition at Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Cutting edge technology brings these stories to life through the eyes of New Zealanders who found themselves in extrao...

OPTIONAL - Weta Workshop & Botanic Garden

On the Weta Workshop Weta Workshop Experience, visitors can learn about the making of movie effects and props. Visitors can embark on the Weta Workshop Experience and learn about the making of movie effects and props, from armour to weapons, creat...

Day 9 · Christchurch


Today's Travels

This morning board the Interislander Ferry and experience the comfort and intimate setting of the Premium Lounge. Enjoy breakfast as you travel through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Join the Coastal Pacific, a truly spectacular rail journey th...

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Interislander Ferry - Premium Lounge

The Interislander ferry is the longest running Cook Strait ferry service in New Zealand. Interislander sails between Wellington (North Island) and Picton (South Island). Our Interislander ferry is known as one of the most beautiful ferry journeys ...

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific Scenic Train

Immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. Travelling between Christchurch and Picton, the Coastal Pacific journeys breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring sea meets enormous bush-clad mountains. Stop ...

Stay at The George - 2 nights

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast X 1 Bed & Breakfast X 1 Location Conveniently located a few minutes from the Botanical Gardens, this hotel stands opposite Hagley Park and the River Avon. Christchurch train station is about 6 km away and Christchurch Airpo...

Day 10 · Christchurch


INCLUDED: International Antarctic Center, City sights, Historic Tram

Today visit the International Antarctic Centre designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. This is followed by an introductory city tour of Christchurch. This afternoon includes a journey on board the Christchurch Tram at you...

OPTIONAL: Botanic Gardens

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens are located along the Ōtākaro–Avon River in the heart of the city. There are many collections of exotic and native plant species that make up the beautiful grounds, from magnificent old trees and the spectacular Ce...

Day 11 · Fox Glacier


TranzAlpine Train

This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your ...

Stay at Distinction Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Location This hotel warmly welcomes guests in Fox Glacier. Facilities The hotel has a lift and features 20 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Services and facilities include a...

OPTIONAL: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight

Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations - landing on the snowfields is a highlight and will make for superb photos, snow...

Day 12 · Queenstown


Fox Glacier to Queenstown

See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into Arrowtown to visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to picturesque Queenstown,...

INCLUDED: Lakes District Museum

Appropriately set in the former gold mining town of Arrowtown, the museum started life in the billiard rooms of the Ballarat Hotel before shifting to their current home, the former Bank of New Zealand building, in 1955. Over the last 60 years, thr...

Stay at Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown - 2 nights

Bed & Breakfast X1 Dinner, Bed & Breakfast X1 Set on the scenic slopes of Ben Lomond Mountain (Te-taumata-o-Hakitekura), Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown offers alpine charm and breathtaking views of Lake Wakatipu, The Remarkables, and iconic ...

Day 13 · Queenstown


OPTIONAL: KJet Jet Boat, Skippers Canyon, Skyline Queenstown + more

Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown with many optional activities available. KJet Jet Boat Queenstown is a 60-minute high-speed ride across three waterways travelling at a speed of up to 95kph. This 45km-long ride zips across Lake Wa...

INCLUDED: TSS Earnslaw Cruise with BBQ Dinner & Walter Peak Sheep Farm Tour

This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner featuring a menu of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food at the Colonel...