Coastal Pacific Journey - Picton to Christchurch by Train

With steeply soaring mountains on one side and the sweeping Pacific Ocean on the other, find yourself immersed in the rugged coastal architecture of the east coast of the South Island. Surrounded by a myriad of sea and birdlife, you’ll hug 98km of untouched coastline, winding your way through lush native bush, charming coastal towns and dramatic seascapes.

While on board enjoy the journey in award winning world class carriages with specially designed seats. Awaken your senses in the open air viewing decks or sit back and enjoy the GPS triggered audio commentary available through headphones at every seat.   All trains have a licensed café carriage providing snacks and light meals (at own expense).

• Travel on an award-winning journey with specially designed seats
• See where the windblown Pacific Ocean meets bush-clad mountains
• Snap photos of the rugged coastline from Picton to Christchurch

Find yourself aboard the Coastal Pacific train and marvel at the rugged coastal landscape from your world-class carriage. This one-way trip from Picton to Christchurch lets you leave your vehicle behind for an award-winning railway journey. Open-air viewing decks and GPS-triggered audio commentary enhance the South Island scenery, including Kaikoura and the Canterbury Plains.

Infants must sit on laps
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if travelling with a wheelchair
Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers