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Classic Pacific scenic train tour in New Zealand: Christchurch-Kaikoura-Picton (one-way)
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US$116.59
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Highlights
A very simple and effortless way to travel with high cost performance. It features open-air carriages where you can freely move around to enjoy the scenery, feel the breeze, take photos, and relax completely while riding through the wilderness. You can see many local features and charms of New Zealand as the train passes through cities, towns, pastures, rivers, volcanoes, lakes, fields, forests, and trails. It is very safe, with VIP carriages offering local specialty meals and morning/afternoon tea. The large observation windows and spacious, comfortable seats ensure a fatigue-free journey.
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Date of use
2026-11-04
2026-11-05
2026-11-06
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Package
Christchurch to Kaikoura (meals not included, standard seat)
FromUS$116.59
Christchurch—Picton (standard seat, meals not included)
FromUS$205.45
Christchurch—Picton (VIP cabin with meals)
FromUS$407.23
Christchurch—Kaikoura (VIP compartment with meals)
FromUS$407.23
Kaikoura—Picton (standard seat, meals not included)
FromUS$116.59
Kaikoura—Picton (VIP cabin with meals)
FromUS$407.23
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Overview
Departs from Christchurch
Starts at 06:20 and ends at 09:50
Reception (English)
Transportation options: Train
Details
Meet at meeting point
06:20 meet at Christchurch train station, Christchurch
Coastal Pacific Train Details
Enter attraction
Enter attraction
Paid attraction
Entry tickets included
Departure 7:00am Christchurch, arrival 12:40pm Picton, total duration approx. 6 hrs (one-way)
2 hours40 minutes
Breakfast
At your own expense
Only available free of charge in VIP carriages, including local specialty lunch
45 minutes
Transportation via Train
Departing from Christchurch railway station, arrive at the whale-watching paradise Kaikoura town after 3 hours
Travel time: Approx. 10 minutes
Brunch
At your own expense
Only available free of charge in VIP carriages, including afternoon tea, with coffee, tea, beverages and snacks provided
20 minutes
Kaikoura Peninsula Details
View from outside
View from outside
Entry tickets included
New Zealand's whale watching paradise: Kaikoura
5 minutes
Lunch
At your own expense
Only available free of charge in VIP carriages, including local specialty lunch
45 minutes
Picton Scenic Overlook Details
View from outside
View from outside
Entry tickets included
Arriving near Picton wharf in the South Island of New Zealand
10 minutes
Transportation via Train
Arrive at Picton railway station - near Picton wharf at around 12:40pm
Travel time: Approx. 10 minutes
Return to designated point
09:50 return to Kaikoura train station,
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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