The Coastal Connection
The Coastal Connection is a unique scenic experience that combines an Interislander ferry crossing between Wellington and Picton, where it connects with The TranzCoastal train between Picton, Kaikoura and Christchurch.
The Coastal Connection begins with an Interislander ferry sailing from Wellington, with it's picturesque harbour, crossing Cook Strait before entering the magnificent Marlborough Sounds.
Your Interislander journey ends at Picton located in a sheltered marine harbour where you will have time to experience this charming small town. From Picton you board TranzAlpine train to Kaikoura and Christchurch passing through farmlands, amazing wildlife such as seals, penguins and rugged mountains from the comfort of your carriage.
Travelling on The Coastal Connection offers the convenience of one ferry/train reservation and ticket and being able to check your luggage through to your final destination.
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The Overland Connection
The Overland Connection is a unique scenic experience that combines The Overlander train from Auckland to Wellington, an Interislander ferry crossing between Wellington and Picton, connecting with The TranzCoastal train between Picton and Christchurch.
The Overland Connection begins with The Overlander train from Auckland travelling through 5 very unique geographical regions of the North Island from the dairy farmlands of Hamilton region, ascending up the world famous Raurimu Spiral to the volcanic plateau, passing Mount Ruapehu and Mount Tongariro, before desending through stunning river gorges to the rolling farming landscape of the Palmerston North region to Wellington for a 1 or 2 night stopover in this unique city.
From Wellington you board an Interislander ferry for a daytime sailing, crossing Cook Strait through the magnificent Marlborough Sounds to Picton. where you board TheTranzCoastal train to Kaikoura and Christchurch passing through farmlands, seeing seals, penguins and rugged mountains from the comfort of your carriage.
The Overland Connection is worry free as it offers the convenience of one ferry/train reseravtion and ticket and being able to check your luggage through to your final destinations.
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