Iconic Trains of North & South

1 November 2021

Iconic Trains of North & South - helloworld Travel Rotorua Fully escorted 9 day tour with Greig Lysaght. From Rotorua to Christchurch return. 8 nights/9 days: 01 Nov to 09 Nov 2021.


Who can’t help but be enthralled by the romance of travelling by rail, join Greig Lysaght on this tour that includes three of New Zealand’s iconic train journeys. The NORTHERN EXPLORER as you journey through Tongariro National Park. Climb aboard The COASTAL PACIFIC Train one of New Zealand’s most picturesque rail journeys meandering breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean. Top all this with The TRANZALPINE one of the world's great train journeys - the journey of a lifetime. Accommodation in Wellington, the Marlborough Sounds and Christchurch combined with a selection of amazing handpicked sightseeing make this an absolute must do itinerary.


INCLUDES:

  • Shuttle from Rotorua to Hamilton
  • Northern Explorer Train from Hamilton to Wellington – Scenic Class
  • Shared arrival transfer from Wellington Train station to Heritage CityLife Hotel
  • 2 nights’ accommodation at Heritage CityLife, Wellington with Breakfast (served at Columbus Coffee Café)
  • Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
  • 1 hour guided tour at Te Papa
  • Shared transfer from Heritage CityLife to the Interislander Ferry terminal
  • InterIslander Ferry from Wellington to Picton in Premium Plus Lounges
  • The Mail Boat cruise – including drop off at The Portage, Queen Charlotte Sounds.
  • 1 x night at The Portage, Queen Charlotte Sounds with breakfast and dinner
  • Transfer by boat from The Portage to Picton Wharf
  • Coastal Pacific Train from Picton to Christchurch (Scenic class)
  • Shared transfer from Christchurch Train Station to Hotel Montreal, Christchurch
  • 5 x nights at Hotel Montreal, Christchurch, in a Junior Suite, including breakfast  
  • Punting on the Avon excursion, and Tramway Hop on Hop Off City Tour
  • Christchurch Tramway Dinner
  • Akaroa Day tour – Guided tour of the Giant House, Dolphin cruise
  • Return shared transfer from Hotel to Christchurch train station
  • The TranzAlpine Train Christchurch to Greymouth return (Scenic class)
  • Day tour to Trott’s Garden in Ashburton (guided tour) and Barkers of Geraldine, meet Michael Barker and lunch included at Barkers Foodstore
  • Transfer from Hotel to Christchurch airport
  • Flight from Christchurch to Rotorua (based on
  • Meals as detailed in the itinerary. 8 x B (breakfast) 1 x L (lunch) 2 x D (dinner)
  • 15% GST Government Tax
  • Services of professional tour escort, Greig Lysaght

DOWNLOAD THE FULL ITINERARY HERE.


Cost per person           $4,998.00 (based on twin share)

Single Supplement      $1,600.00


*NB: Please note that all rates are subject to a minimum of 12 paying adults – should the numbers decrease, prices may alter or tour may not proceed.   All prices are subject to alteration paid in full.


Non-refundable deposit of $600.00 per person due at time of booking and balance due by Friday 24th September 2021.  


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