Are pets allowed onboard?

To ensure a stress-free journey, we recommend allowing for an overnight stop before connecting to flights or other transport. Great Journeys New Zealand is not responsible for missed connections due to train delays.

We offer a selection of delicious and nutritious meals and snacks—view the full menu here. You’re welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks, but we invite you to enjoy our licensed café available on all journeys.

No, all our journeys, including the open-air viewing carriage, are smoke-free. Our friendly train manager will let you know if there are stops where you can stretch your legs.

• Scenic Class Passengers:
  • 1 Large checked bag (Max: 23kg, 158cm linear size)
  • 1 Cabin bag (Max: 7kg, 118cm linear size; wheeled/hard-sided suitcases must be checked in)
  • 1 Small bag or handbag for valuables and essentials
  • 1 Small infant bag (for passengers traveling with an infant; infants do not receive a separate luggage allowance)
• Scenic Plus Passengers:
  • 2 Large checked bags (Max: 23kg each, 158cm linear size)
  • 1 Cabin bag (Max: 7kg, 118cm linear size; wheeled/hard-sided suitcases must be checked in)
  • 1 Small bag or handbag for valuables and essentials
  • 1 Small infant bag (for passengers traveling with an infant; infants do not receive a separate luggage allowance)