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Auckland to Christchurch 10-Day Rail Tour

10 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
4.1 (46 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Start point
    Auckland, New Zealand (Designated hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (VR Auckland City Hotel)
    Landmarks
    Sky Tower
    Viaduct Harbour
    Auckland Domain
    Wintergardens
    Mission Bay Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Days 2 - 3

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (VR Auckland City Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Free time to explore Auckland

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sky Tower
    • Explore Viaduct Harbour
    • Walk through Auckland Domain
    • Visit Wintergardens
    • Relax at Mission Bay Beach
    Landmarks
    Sky Tower
    Viaduct Harbour
    Auckland Domain
    Wintergardens
    Mission Bay Beach
  3. Day 4

    Auckland to Wellington

    Auckland to Wellington
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Astelia Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Northern Explorer Train from Auckland to Wellington through central North Island
    Landmarks
    Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro
    Ngauruhoe
    Ruapehu
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 5

    Wellington

    Wellington
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Astelia Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Free time to explore Wellington

    Optional Activities

    • Ride the Wellington Cable Car from Lambton Quay to Wellington Botanic Gardens
    • Walk the waterfront promenade
    • Visit the working harbour
    • Explore colorful timber houses on surrounding hills
    Landmarks
    Wellington Cable Car
    Wellington Botanic Gardens
    Lambton Quay
  5. Day 6

    Wellington - Picton - Christchurch

    Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Carnmore Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Interislander scenic ferry from Wellington to Picton to see the beautiful Marlborough Sounds
    • Coastal Pacific Train from Picton to Christchurch between the sea and the mountains
    Landmarks
    Marlborough Sounds
    Kaikoura Coastline
    Blenheim
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Days 7 - 8

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Carnmore Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Free time to explore Christchurch

    Optional Activities

    • Punt on the Avon River
    • Explore Hagley Park
    • Visit Christchurch Botanic Gardens
    • Cycle along riverside paths
    Landmarks
    Avon River
    Hagley Park
    Christchurch Botanic Gardens
  7. Day 9

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Carnmore Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • TranzAlpine Train return from Christchurch through the South Island's striking landscapes
    Landmarks
    Canterbury Plains
    Southern Alps
    Waimakariri River
    Greymouth
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  8. Day 10

    Depart Christchurch

    Depart Christchurch
    End point
    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand (Designated hotel)

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Where You'll Stay

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Rating
4.1 (46 reviews)
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Reviews from other tours by Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd

  • Michael5.0March 2026
    It was a great North Island set of tours and the hotel pick was comfortable and central.
  • Allison4.0January 2026
    Had a wonderful time in New Zealand on this tour. The days were jam packed and well organized. A huge variety of...
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  • Charles4.0April 2026
    The guide in Daintree Rainforest was not too good, but the one on The Great Ocean Road was great. The hotels were...
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