Day-long rail journey through the centre of the North Island.
Auckland to Wellington
The Northern Explorer runs between Auckland and Wellington on set days, passing the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park and the Raurimu Spiral on the way.
Listings are for identification and discovery; confirm opening hours, prices and details independently before visiting.
| Name | Kind | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Waiheke Island40 minutes by ferry | Island | Vineyards, olive groves and beaches. |
| Hobbiton Movie SetMatamata, about 2 hours | Film set | The Shire from the film trilogies, on a working farm. |
| Waitomo Glowworm CavesWaitomo, about 2.5 hours | Caves | Boat ride under thousands of glowworms. |
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