Do you remember when travel by train was a real pleasure and the journey was an adventure? Do you remember when the sound of a train whistle was one of the most romantic sounds echoing through the landscape? Do you remember train journeys where you go to know your fellow travellers and getting up and exploring the train was part of the fun?

Well those days are back again! Discover New Zealand’s diverse environment, its unique culture and stunning natural beauty, in a most relaxed way – by historic steam train. For the very first time you can now explore New Zealand by steam train from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South Island without the hassle of driving and without missing the main highlights. Great New Zealand Steam Journeys only works with the major steam preservation groups who are accredited for main line steam running and have a history of running successful steam excursions. This means you can be assured that the highest standards of safety and professionalism are always maintained.

All of the train travel is at a leisurely pace during the day and you will only travel for 2 to 3 hours at a time before heading off to explore the local attractions. You will be able to discover the unspoilt beauty of New Zealand – without suffering any of the “fatigue” associated with other types of travel.

Read more on these unique tours by clicking on the hyperlinks below!

Great New Zealand Steam Explorer - 14 Days
	Overview This tour is 14 days, 13 nights and runs North to South, starting in Auckland, finishing in Queenstown.   Itinerary Great NZ Steam Train Journeys Great New Zealand Steam Explorer.pdf   Departure Dates: 2008 North to South Island March 23 to April 06 October 12 to October 25 2009 North to South Island April 12 to April 25 October 25 to November 07   Price $7,550.00 ($NZ)* including all meals as specified in above itinerary. » Currency Converter	» Save this tour » Advice about this tour » Book this tour

South Island Steam Explorer - 8 Days
	Overview This tour is 8 days in length and is the South Island portion of the Great New Zealand Steam Explorer. It starts in Wellington and ends in Queenstown, or reverse direction.   Itinerary Great NZ Steam Train Journeys South Island Steam Explorer.pdf   Departure Dates: 2008 Ex Wellington North to South March 27 to April 05 October 16 to October 25 Ex Queenstown South to North April 09 to April 18 October 22 to October 31 2009 Ex Wellington North to South April 16 to April 25 October 29 to November 07 Ex Queenstown South to North April 22 to May 01 November 04 to November 13 *slightly different itinerary to visit Oamaru's Victorian Celebrations   Price $5,670.00 ($NZ)* including all meals as specified in above itinerary. » Currency Converter	» Save this tour » Advice about this tour » Book this tour

North Island Steam Explorer - 7 Days
	Overview This tour is 7 days in length and is the North Island portion of the Great New Zealand Steam Explorer. It starts in Auckland and ends in Wellington or reverse direction.   Itinerary Great NZ Steam Train Journeys North Island Steam Explorer.pdf   Departure Dates: 2008 Ex Wellington South to North March 19 to March 25 October 08 to October 14 Ex Auckland North to South March 23 to March 29 October 12 to October 18 2009 Ex Wellington South to North April 08 to April 14 October 21 to October 27 Ex Auckland North to South April 12 to April 18 October 25 to October 31   Price $4,130.00 ($NZ)* including all meals as specified in above itinerary. » Currency Converter	» Save this tour » Advice about this tour » Book this tour