Rail
Sir Edmund Hillary Winter Explorer
12 days / 11 nights departing select dates

Embark on an unforgettable winter New Zealand escape, where iconic five iconic rail journeys take centre stage. Step aboard the historic Christchurch City Tram, glide across breathtaking alpine landscapes aboard the world-famous TranzAlpine, uncover hidden beauty on the Taieri Gorge Railway, and journey the southern coastline with the Mainlander Train. Along the way, enjoy a mix of cultural encounters, scenic cruises, and alpine highlights, all woven together to create a blend of winter magic, discovery and relaxation. 

From
$ 8,599
pp twin share
INCLUSIONS
  • 11 nights in New Zealand in 4 star accommodation including breakfast.
  • Private luxury coach transfers throughout your journey including between trains. You will be accompanied by experienced Tour Guides/host to assist you. 
  • Walter Peak Homestead
  • Skyline Gondola and Stratosfare lunch
  • Doubtful Sound Day trip & cruise
  • Hillary family guest speaker Presentation
  • 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 8 dinners. 
Sir Edmund Hillary Winter Explorer
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Christchurch City Tram Trip
  • TranzAlpine Train journey
  • “Pounamu Pathway” Maori cultural experience centre
  • RealNZ Cruise Lake Wakatipu
  • Takahe Sanctuary
  • Te Hikoi Museum
  • Bill Richardson Transport Museum
  • Mainlander Train (Invercargill Dunedin)
  • Taieri Gorge Train Journey
  • Mainlander Train (Dunedin to Oamaru)
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Aoraki
  • Mount Cook
REVIEWS
DATES & PRICES

Departure Dates:

27 June 2026 4 July 2026 11 July 2026 18 July 2026
25 July 2026 1 August 2026 8 August 2026 15 August 2026
22 August 2026 29 August 2026 5 September 2026 12 September 2026

Above pricing is based on the arrangements listed under package inclusions only. Itinerary is subject to availability and subject to change or substitution. *Based on 27 June 2026.