The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Looking for travel inspiration or tips on traveling to New Zealand by train and ferry? This blog is full of great ideas and will have you reaching for your suitcase! The Great Journeys of New Zealand is the tourism division of KiwiRail that brings together its three Scenic train services with its passenger ferry business, Interislander.
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Most people about to explore NZ know that the country is made up of two main Islands, the North Island and South Island. Yes, there is Stewart Island, but we’ll leave this island out for the purpose of this blog. If you’re wondering why the ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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For visitors from the Northern Hemisphere, it can feel unusual to experience long, hot and sunny days near the end and start of the year. However, the idea of basking on the beach while the northern hemisphere is wrapped up and ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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If you’re dreaming of a quintessential New Zealand South Island itinerary, it’s hard to look past the incredible national parks in the South Island. Technically speaking, a national park is an area that is protected by the Department of ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Many of the best places to visit in New Zealand’s South Island are in the Marlborough and Tasman regions. What makes a lot of these hidden gems so special is how they’re away from the hustle and bustle of the country's towns and ..read more
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How do you get from the North Island to the South Island with a campervan? Travelling on the Interislander is easy, find out why ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Life is about the journey, not the destination. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, there’s no shortage of things to do aboard the Interislander ferry. Treated as a ‘rite of passage’ by many, Kiwi and international visitors have ..read more
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Taking the TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth is a must-do experience for any traveller to the South Island. Journeying from the golden Canterbury Plains, across alpine ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Sailing between Wellington and Picton is often referred to as one of the most scenic ferry journeys in the world. When travelling to New Zealand’s picturesque South Island, the journey itself is ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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A New Zealand summer is like no other — days at the beach, epic BBQ’s, and fun with family and friends. But with so many activities to get up to around New Zealand, let’s focus on Wellington ..read more
The Great Journeys of New Zealand
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Taking a journey on the TranzAlpine train? why not get to Christchurch a day or two early and explore New Zealand’s oldest city ..read more