Inspired by one of the greatest and most iconic adventurers of our time. The Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer, invites you on one of epic journeys by rail and luxury coach throughout the majestic South Island of Aotearoa. With tours ranging from 6 to 13 days departing April 2023.
13-Day tour from Christchurch from $6,950.00 per person (sharing)
Tour Includes:
A journey of a lifetime from Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass, Franz Josef, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Dunedin, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Kaikoura and Marlborough before the home stretch to Wellington, using a combination of Train & Luxury Coach.
Accommodation of at least 4-star rated properties.
Attractions that are included: • TranzAlpine Rail Journey • Franz Josef Hot Pools • Walter Peak Homestead • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw • Arrowtown Lakes District Museum • Kingston Flyer ride • Milford Sound Day Trip & Cruise • Takahe Sanctuary • High Tea & Garden Tour at Larnach Castle • Celebrity guest speaker, Peter Hillary • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Aoraki/Mt Cook • International Antarctic Centre • Private tram charter, Christchurch• Visit to The Store, Kekerengu • Cruise on the Interislander Ferry
Heritage rail highlights: A return journey between Kingston & Fairlight on the iconic Kingston Flyer steam train will the icing on the cake for all rail fans. From Invercargill to Kaikoura, your rail journey continues with two magnificent heritage 1950’s DA locomotives in an impressive & powerful double-header formation. From Kaikoura to Marlborough, you will be hauled under a full head of steam by the historic WW1 memorial steam locomotive Ab608 Passchendaele, named in honour of our fallen soldiers at The Battle of Passchendaele in 1917.
Meal inclusions: • 12 cooked breakfasts • 10 sumptuous dinners • High Tea at Larnach Castle • Gourmet BBQ lunch at Walter Peak Homestead
Other included lunches: Milford Sounds, Invercargill, Oamaru, Timaru, Christchurch and Kekerengu (other lunches on your own)
Package includes 2x complimentary beverage vouchers to be enjoyed on board each heritage train day.
A fleet of luxury coaches will escort the train throughout the journey, providing seamless transfers to your accommodation and excursions.
You will be accompanied by experienced Tour Leaders who are there to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
10-Day tour from Christchurch (return) from $5,950.00 per person (sharing)
Tour Includes:
A journey of a lifetime from Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass, Franz Josef, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Dunedin and Aoraki/Mt Cook before the home stretch to Christchurch, using a combination of Train & Luxury Coach;
Accommodation of at least 4-star rated properties;
Attractions that are included: • TranzAlpine Rail Journey • Franz Josef Hot Pools • Walter Peak Homestead • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw • Arrowtown Lakes District Museum • Kingston Flyer ride • Milford Sound Day Trip & Cruise • Takahe Sanctuary • High Tea & Garden Tour at Larnach Castle • Celebrity guest speaker, Peter Hillary • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Aoraki/Mt Cook
Heritage rail highlights: A return journey between Kingston & Fairlight on the iconic Kingston Flyer steam train will the icing on the cake for all rail fans. From Invercargill to Christchurch, your rail journey continues with two magnificent heritage 1950’s DA locomotives in an impressive & powerful double-header formation.
Meal inclusions: • 9 cooked breakfasts • 7 sumptuous dinners • High Tea at Larnach Castle • Gourmet BBQ lunch at Walter Peak Homestead
Other included lunches: Milford Sounds, Invercargill, Oamaru and Timaru (other lunches on your own)
Package includes 2x complimentary beverage vouchers to be enjoyed on board each heritage train day.
A fleet of luxury coaches will escort the train throughout the journey, providing seamless transfers to your accommodation and excursions.
You will be accompanied by experienced Tour Leaders who are there to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
6-Day tour from Dunedin from $2,990.00 per person (sharing)
Tour Includes:
A journey of a lifetime from Dunedin via Aoraki/Mt Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura and Marlborough before the home stretch to Wellington, using a combination of Train & Luxury Coach.
Accommodation of at least 4-star rated properties.
Attractions that are included: • Celebrity guest speaker, Peter Hillary • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Aoraki/Mt Cook • International Antarctic Centre • Private Tram Charter, Christchurch • Visit to The Store, Kekerengu • Cruise on the Interislander Ferry
Meal inclusions: • 5 cooked breakfasts • 5 sumptuous dinners
Other included lunches: Oamaru, Timaru, Christchurch & Kekerengu (other lunches on your own)
Package includes 2x complimentary beverage vouchers to be enjoyed on board each heritage train day.
A fleet of luxury coaches will escort the train throughout the journey, providing seamless transfers to your accommodation and excursions.
You will be accompanied by experienced Tour Leaders who are there to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
13-Day tour from Wellington from $6,950.00 per person (sharing)
Tour Includes:
A journey of a lifetime from Wellington via Marlborough, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown & Franz Josef, before the home stretch to Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass, using a combination of Heritage Train & Luxury Coach.
Accommodation of at least 4-star rated properties.
Attractions that are included: • Cruise on the Interislander Ferry • Visit to The Store, Kekerengu • Private tram charter, Christchurch • International Antarctic Centre • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Aoraki/Mt Cook • Celebrity guest speaker, Peter Hillary • High Tea & Garden Tour at Larnach Castle • Takahe Sanctuary • Milford Sound Day Trip & Cruise • Arrowtown Lakes District Museum • Kingston Flyer ride • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw • Walter Peak Homestead • Franz Josef Hot Pools • TranzAlpine Rail Journey.
Heritage rail highlights: From Marlborough to Kaikoura, you will be hauled under a full head of steam by the historic WW1 memorial steam locomotive Ab608 Passchendaele, named in honour of our fallen soldiers at The Battle of Passchendaele in 1917. South of Kaikoura, your rail journey continues with two magnificent heritage 1950’s DA locomotives in an impressive & powerful double-header formation. Further in the tour, a return journey between Kingston & Fairlight on the iconic Kingston Flyer steam train will the icing on the cake for our railfans.
Meal inclusions: • 12 cooked breakfasts • 10 sumptuous dinners • High Tea at Larnach Castle • Gourmet BBQ lunch at Walter Peak Homestead
Other included lunches: Kekerengu, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Oamaru, Invercargill, Milford Sounds (other lunches on your own)
Package includes 2x complimentary beverage vouchers to be enjoyed on board each heritage train day.
A fleet of luxury coaches will escort the train throughout the journey, providing seamless transfers to your accommodation and excursions.
You will be accompanied by experienced Tour Leaders who are there to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
