Why I love New Zealand
16/02/2026 · By Tim Hall
Tour Manager Tim Hall discusses what to expect on a Great Rail Journeys holiday to New Zealand, including breathtaking natural wonders and friendly people.
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A holiday to Australasia is a journey of a lifetime, which is why many travellers choose to visit both Australia and New Zealand at the same time. Great Rail Journey's Highlights of Australia & New Zealand tour provides an exciting, expertly curated itinerary featuring highlights of each nation, as well as outstanding rail journeys, including Australia's Kuranda Scenic Railway and New Zealand's TranzAlpine train.
Should you wish to experience the nations individually, our catalog offers outstanding possibilities. Focus your travels on the Wonders of New Zealand's South Island, soak up the Treasures of New Zealand on the North and South Islands, or experience the Wonders of South Australia & Tasmania on an epic 15-day journey. With each tour led by a knowledgeable Tour Manager and backed by 50 years of expertise, there is no better way to see the lands down under.
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(64 reviews)Join us on an epic adventure into this vast, vibrant and varied land to experience Australia's spectacular natural wonders, from the rainforests of tropical Cairns and kaleidoscopic colours of the Great Barrier Reef to the burnished red tones of the ancient sacred site of Uluru. Explore laid-back Adelaide and its world-acclaimed wine region,...
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(118 reviews)Discover New Zealand's dynamic cities, extraordinary national parks, spectacular alpine mountains, glacial lakes and breathtaking Fiordland on this extensive tour of the North and South Islands. This epic adventure combines the greatest features of this country in one holiday: superb railways, incredible landscapes and the warm and...
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Experience New Zealand's beloved railways, spectacular scenery and fascinating cultural heritage on this tour of the country's most popular sights. Enjoy the interactive All Blacks Experience in Auckland before heading south to the otherworldly Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Ride the famed Northern Explorer into a volcanic region once ruled by...
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Embark on a journey of a lifetime, witnessing iconic landmarks, spectacular natural wonders and top locations throughout Australia and New Zealand. Encounter cities like Melbourne and Sydney in southern Australia and the many allures of the tropical north, including the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef. Then, explore New Zealand's North and...
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Experience Australia with a combination of luxury train travel and incredible natural wonders, journeying between Adelaide and Alice Springs in Gold Service on the world-famous Ghan. From the Blue Mountains and Great Ocean Road to the breathtaking monolith of Uluru and the dazzling colours of the Great Barrier Reef, discover Australia's...
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Become immersed in Australia on an exceptional cross-country holiday by rail. Explore Perth and meet the quokkas of Rottnest Island before boarding the luxurious Indian Pacific train for a four-night journey with meals, drinks and excursions included. Taste famed wines in the Barossa Valley and savour a bonfire under the stars. Marvel at...
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Unveil Australia's best destinations on a holiday of a lifetime, with hassle-free travel including First Class rail and internal flights. Soak up iconic views of Sydney on a harbour dinner cruise, venture into the Blue Mountains to travel on the world's steepest railway and discover the sights of Melbourne while sailing along the Yarra River. A...
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Explore iconic cities and diverse landscapes on this tour of southern Australia's highlights. Enjoy a sunset cruise through Sydney's celebrated harbour and ride the Katoomba Scenic Railway before heading by rail to Melbourne. Explore Tasmania, known for its stunning landscapes and evocative history. Sightsee in Hobart, sail around the Tasman...
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Experience Australia through a captivating blend of iconic rail travel and incredible natural wonders. Travel aboard the historic Overland, before journeying between Adelaide and Alice Springs in Gold Service on the world-famous Ghan. Along the way, enjoy exclusive off-train excursions, from a magical sunset dinner in South Australia's celebrated...
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Embark on an immersive tour of New Zealand's diverse South Island, connected by breathtaking rail journeys on the Coastal Pacific, the TranzAlpine and the Taieri Gorge Railway. Witness natural wonders including Te Anau's Glowworm Caves, Franz Josef Glacier and Mount Cook (Aoraki), New Zealand's highest peak. Explore Dunedin, the 'Edinburgh of the...
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From Australia's Great Barrier Reef and its Red Centre to its fantastic cities, experience the country's diverse landscapes and iconic landmarks during the festive season - on a holiday which includes a Christmas Eve wine-tasting and lunch in the Barossa Valley and a beach-style Christmas Day in Adelaide. Starting in Cairns, this...
Take the journey of a lifetime on the Indian Pacific rail route from Perth to Sydney. See Australia in a unique way, aboard this plush and stylish train, experiencing the country's landscape from a privileged perspective. Then spend some time in Sydney, the iconic harbour city, where you can experience the famous beaches, the opera house, and...
Discover the fantastic railways of Australasia. It should come as no surprise that we love railways and we know many of you do too! That's why our tours feature some of the most iconic railways and trains on the continent.
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