Train bookings for July 2025 to June 2026 season

For train bookings beyond June 2025 to June 2026, contact us at info@newzealandtravelteam.com.

 

Infotainment App

An Immersive Rail Experience

 

We have some exciting news for your upcoming journey, we have made changes to our onboard audio commentary which is now available via our new infotainment app.

The infotainment app allows all audio commentary and stories to be available at a touch of a button via your phone.

Our commentary has been upgraded and revised and we are excited to have it available for our passengers.

The app is easy to use, and if you have any issues, please talk to the staff on the train, they will help you to troubleshoot any issues.

Please make sure you bring your own device, USB charger and headphones to enjoy the audio commentary.

We recommend you download the free “Great Journeys New Zealand” app in advance.

Some sections of the app won’t be available until you are on the train, but once connected to the Wifi on the train you’ll will be able to see the full content.

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Scenic Essential Pass

Scenic Essential Pass

  • Scenic Essential Pass consists of a 3-Day in 1 Month New Zealand Travel Rail Pass and a 15-Hour Intercity Bus/Coach/Ferry Pass. Includes Ferry between North and South Islands.

  • Scenic Essential Pass can be used to travel north to south or south to north.

  • Scenic Essential Pass is suited for independent travellers, families or small groups, who are travelling together on the same routes, to the same destinations.

  • Reservations for train, bus/coach & ferry services are compulsory and should be made as soon as possible to avoid disappointment and no later than 72 Hours prior to the travel date.

  • Reservations can be made by contacting the New Zealand Travel Team

  • RailBus Scenic Passes are valid for travel until 30 June 2025

  • All prices are per person as each traveller needs his or her own pass

Travel Itineraries

Scenic Essential Pass

3 Train Days

15 Bus Hours

  • Adult: NZ$1095.00
  • Child: NZ$794.00

Recommended Travel Itinerary

Fare Type
Adult
Child
Pass Validity
Action
RailBus Pass (Scenic Essential Pass)
NZ$1095.00
NZ$794.00
30 Sep 2022 to 30 Jun 2025