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South Island Trains Experiences

Trains ExperiencesNew Zealand Explorer is proud to offer you a secure online booking environment for a select number of Trains Experiences around South Island. Below you will find a brief description of each featured experience within the Trains - Driving Category.

Click on the individual experiences to view further information such as departure information, prices, participant requirements and further general details for your selected Trains Experience. From here you will be able to buy a gift voucher or make a secure reservation for your selected Trains Experience.

All of the experiences listed below can be booked for a specific date or provided as a gift voucher. Our gift vouchers are valid for a period of 6 months from the date of purchase and make ideal gifts for special occassions such as christmas, birthdays, weddings, engagements, graduations, retirement, fathers day, mothers day, as well as great corporate rewards.

Experience gift vouchers can be emailed or posted directly to the lucky recipient. Alternatively, they can be sent to you, so you can present the voucher yourself.

South Island Trains Experiences

Christchurch TramThe Christchurch Tram is a unique, elegant and environmentally friendly way to see the city. Go around the ‘must-see’ central attractions, get on and off as you please or relax while the tram circum-navigates the inner city.


Christchurch Tram and Punt ComboCombine two of the best attractions within the inner city; The Christchurch Tramway and Punting on the Avon. These tickets can be used on different days during visitors’ stay in Christchurch. The Christchurch Tramway takes visitors directly to the “city landing site” for their Punting on the Avon experience.


Christchurch Tram and Gondola ComboCombine two of Christchurch’s best attractions; Tramway and Gondola. These tickets can be used on different days during visitors’ stay in Christchurch. A great way to see the high and lows of the Garden City.


Christchurch Tram, Gondola and Punt ComboCombine the three iconic attractions in Christchurch; Punting on the Avon, Tramway and Gondola, visitors are able to experience these ‘must-see’ activities at an affordable price. All three are a great way to see Christchurchs true beauty.


Christchurch Private TramMake the Christchurch Tram your own with a private charter. This is a wonderful option for groups requiring specific departure times, or for a specific language group. See the sights of Christchurch with your closest freinds and family.


Christchurch Tramway Cocktail ExperienceGuests board their exclusive private tram and enjoy the mouth-watering selections of bite sized canapés and a selection of New Zealand beers, sparkling wines, soft drinks and juice. The hour can be booked with or without canapés.


Christchurch Tram Cocktail Hour and Dining ExperienceCombine the unique Christchurch Tram with Christchurch’s leading restaurants. Guests enjoy the Cocktail Hour Experience followed by the choice of dining at 3 amazing restaurants. A great mix of Christchurch's classic tram and modern restaurants.


5 Day Marlborough Wineries TourTravel through the magnificent Southern Alps and journey down the wild east coastline to Kaikoura, New Zealand's internationally acclaimed Whale Watching destination. Enroute see the magnificent West Coast Punakaiki Blow Holes, visit the city of Nelson and tour the popular wineries of Marlborough.


5 Day Dunedin, Queenstown and Milford Sound TourA five day tour from Christchurch visiting Dunedin, rich in early NZ architecture and Scottish history. Travel aboard a train before continuing by coach to Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Spend three nights in this special Alpine resort visiting Milford Sound.


4 Day National Parks and Glaciers South Island TourFrom Christchurch travel on a four day, three night tour featuring spectacular lake, fiord, alpine glacier and coastal scenery. A cruise on Milford Sound and a journey aboard the TranzAlpine Express are absolute ‘must do’ New Zealand experiences, both are included in this tour.


South Island Alpine TourA fascinating day trip travelling through some of New Zealand's stunning alpine scenery. Travel by Air-conditioned Coach, Jet Boat, Four Wheel drive Unimog from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass via the Waimakariri River, and a High Country Sheep Station. Finally, return to Christchurch aboard the Tranz Alpine Express.


Christchurch Jet Boat Ride, Four Wheel Drive and TranzAlpine Train RideExperience three joy rides: jet boat, four wheel drive and TranzAlpine Train, this appeals to travellers with a sense of adventure and willing to do pack all the activities in one day!


5 Day Tour to Dunedin, Queenstown and MilfordA railway journey, two national parks, NZ's premier holiday resort, a cruise of Milford Sound and a visit to our highest mountain. Optional visit to the Royal Albatross and Yellow Eyed Penguin colonies in Dunedin.


8 Day South Island Wildlife and Glaciers TourA comprehensive eight day South Island tour. Features include: national parks including the Fiordland World Heritage Park, Queenstown - NZ's premier resort, tour of the yellow-eyed penguins and royal albatross colonies, cruise of Milford Sound, glacier shuttle transfer, West Coast rainforests and the world renowned TranzAlpine scenic railway.


8 Day South Island Traverse TourAn eight day South Island tour covering the east and west coasts. Features include: world renowned TranzAlpine scenic railway, West Coast rainforests, guided walk onto a glacier, Queenstown - NZ's premier alpine resort, Fiordland World Heritage Park, Milford Sound cruise, royal albatross & penguin tour and the Dunedin heritage tour.


New Zealand Explorer wishes you a memorable experience.


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