Scenic Essential Pass

Scenic Essential Pass consists of a 3-Day in 1 Month New Zealand Travel Rail Pass and a 15-Hour Intercity Bus/Coach/Ferry Pass. Includes Ferry between North and South Islands.

Scenic Essential Pass can be used to travel north to south or south to north.

Scenic Essential Pass is suited for independent travellers, families or small groups, who are travelling together on the same routes, to the same destinations.

Reservations for train, bus/coach & ferry services are compulsory and should be made as soon as possible to avoid disappointment and no later than 72 Hours prior to the travel date.

Reservations can be made by contacting the New Zealand Travel Team

RailBus Scenic Passes are valid for travel until 30 June 2025

All prices are per person as each traveller needs his or her own pass