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Classic Pacific scenic train tour in New Zealand: Picton-Kaikoura-Christchurch (one-way)
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£87.57
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Highlights
A very simple and effortless way to travel with great value, featuring open-air carriages for free sightseeing, breeze-catching, photography, and riding through the fields in complete relaxation
You can see many local features and customs of New Zealand as the train passes through cities, towns, pastures, rivers, volcanoes, lakes, fields, forests, and walking trails along the route
Exceptionally safe, the VIP carriage includes authentic local meals plus morning/afternoon tea service. Featuring massive observation windows and spacious, comfortable seats for a fatigue-free journey.
Package and price
Date of use
2026-11-04
2026-11-05
2026-11-06
All
Local timeCurrency: USDPrices shown are the lowest prices for the current date
Package
Kaikoura to Christchurch (meals not included, standard seat)
FromUS$87.57
Picton—Christchurch (standard seat, meals not included)
FromUS$154.31
Picton—Christchurch (VIP cabin with meals)
FromUS$305.86
Kaikoura—Christchurch (VIP compartment with meals)
FromUS$305.86
Picton—Kaikoura (standard seat, meals not included)
FromUS$87.57
Picton—Kaikoura (VIP cabin with meals)
FromUS$305.86
Booking information
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Overview
Departs from Kaikoura
Starts at 15:55 and ends at 19:30
Reception (English)
Transportation options: Train
Details
Meet at meeting point
15:55 meet at Kaikoura Railway Station, Kaikoura Details
Coastal Pacific Train Details
Enter attraction
Enter attraction
Paid attraction
Entry tickets included
Departure 1:40pm Picton, arrival 7:30pm Christchurch, total duration approx. 6 hrs (one-way)
2 hours35 minutes
Transportation via Train
Departing from Picton railway station, arrive at the whale-watching paradise Kaikoura town after 2 and a half hours
Travel time: Approx. 2 hours30 minutes
Lunch
At your own expense
VIP Carriage with Local Specialty Lunch
45 minutes
Kaikoura Peninsula Details
View from outside
View from outside
Entry tickets included
New Zealand's whale watching paradise: Kaikoura
5 minutes
Afternoon tea
At your own expense
VIP car includes afternoon tea service with coffee, tea, beverages and light snacks
20 minutes
Christchurch Details
View from outside
View from outside
Free attraction
Entry tickets included
The largest city in New Zealand's South Island: Christchurch
30 minutes
Dinner
At your own expense
VIP Carriage with Local Specialty Dinner
45 minutes
Transportation via Train
Around 7:30 pm, arrive at Christchurch train station
Travel time: Approx. 3 hours
Guests leave on their own
All times are in local time and may change due to weather, road conditions, or other factors. Thank you for your understanding.
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