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Auckland to Christchurch 10-Day Rail Tour

10 days

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From Auckland to Christchurch

4.2 (52 reviews)

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Operator: Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Day 10
Depart Christchurch
Depart Christchurch
End point
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand (Designated hotel)

Landmarks
Sky Tower
Viaduct Harbour
Auckland Domain
Wintergardens
Mission Bay Beach

Landmarks
Sky Tower
Viaduct Harbour
Auckland Domain
Wintergardens
Mission Bay Beach

Landmarks
Tongariro National Park
Tongariro
Ngauruhoe
Ruapehu

Landmarks
Wellington Cable Car
Wellington Botanic Gardens
Lambton Quay

Landmarks
Marlborough Sounds
Kaikoura Coastline
Blenheim

Landmarks
Avon River
Hagley Park
Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Landmarks
Canterbury Plains
Southern Alps
Waimakariri River
Greymouth

Accommodation
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Guide
Insurance
Meals
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

VR Auckland City Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2
Astelia Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 4, 5
Carnmore Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 6, 7, 9

All accommodations are subject to change

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Rating: 4.2 (52 reviews)
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4.2

Michael5.0•March 2026
It was a great North Island set of tours and the hotel pick was comfortable and central.
Allison4.0•January 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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Daniel5.0•October 2026
Wonderful experience. Highly recommended!

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