- Pricing From $7,995
- Single Supplement FREE**
- From Christchurch
- Duration 6 Days
- Max Group Size 15
- Activity Level Easy Going
- Departs 8 Feb 2027
- Returns 13 Feb 2027
Twin Share Travellers – $500 Early Bird Savings pp* OR
FREE Single Supplement** OR
Divine When Combined Offer
Book this tour in conjunction with the Bay of Islands & Northland Horizons Sojourn to receive complimentary one way economy flights between Wellington and Auckland PLUS 2 nights at the Hilton Auckland Hotel prior to the commencement of the Bay of Islands & Northland Horizons Sojourn
Shimmering seas, majestic mountains and secluded bays await on an unforgettable coastal journey through New Zealand. Join Bill Peach Journeys aboard the Coastal Pacific train, travelling in the exclusive Scenic Plus premium carriage. Savour inspired cuisine as the Pacific Ocean sparkles beside you and the Kaikoura Ranges tower above. Immerse yourself in Marlborough’s landscapes, acclaimed wines and tranquil gardens. Cruise the jewel-like waters of the Marlborough Sounds on a pāua pearl experience, and follow Queen Charlotte Drive to charming Havelock. Visit Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, where aircraft and evocative displays bring wartime stories vividly to life.
Glide through the Sounds before crossing Cook Strait to Wellington, where harbour panoramas, heritage and the acclaimed Te Papa Museum await. Celebrate your journey with exceptional dining at Logan Brown, a fitting finale for this wonderful Sojourn. From wild coastal grandeur to sheltered waterways and vineyard pleasures, discover a captivating corner of New Zealand in style. Beautiful accommodation, delicious cuisine and welcoming small-group companionship complete six memorable days of discovery with Bill Peach Journeys.
Highlights
- Journey beside the Pacific Ocean aboard the Coastal Pacific’s Scenic Plus premium carriage, savouring regional cuisine against spectacular coastal backdrops
- Cruise the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds on a pāua pearl experience, surrounded by beautifully sheltered coves and bush-clad shores
- Enjoy a hosted tasting at acclaimed Cloudy Bay Winery in New Zealand’s Marlborough region
- Private tour of the award-winning and fascinating Knights of the Sky WWI & WWII exhibitions and private touring of acclaimed Te Papa Museum
- Explore Picton, Havelock, Marlborough’s celebrated vineyards and Wellington
- Stay at stylish accommodation throughout the journey including Sudima Christchurch City, Scenic Hotel Marlborough and the elegant Sofitel Wellington
- All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Arrival & departure transfers
- Your own room with reduced single supplement charge
- Escorted throughout by a dedicated Journey Director
Tour Departures
Hotels
Bill Peach Journeys understands the importance of selecting the right accommodation to complement each journey. In this case, a selection of exceptional properties have been chosen to showcase the incredible destinations visited throughout this journey.
The Sudima Christchurch City
Discover a welcoming haven of contemporary elegance at Sudima Christchurch City, a five-star boutique hotel in the vibrant Victoria precinct. Surrounded by cafés and restaurants, this stylish retreat is the perfect base in New Zealand’s garden city. Beautifully appointed rooms and thoughtful comforts invite you to settle in. Savour flavours at The Lane Restaurant and Bar, or indulge in a restorative treatment at tranquil Moss Spa. Blending Kiwi hospitality with understated sophistication, Sudima Christchurch City provides an inviting setting to relax before embarking on your coastal journey.Scenic Hotel Marlborough
In the heart of New Zealand’s celebrated wine country, Scenic Hotel Marlborough offers a stylish retreat where warm hospitality meets contemporary comfort. Just a short stroll from Blenheim’s inviting cafés and boutiques, the hotel is perfectly placed to discover the region’s vineyard pleasures and spectacular coastal scenery. Thoughtfully appointed rooms provide a welcoming haven after a day of exploration, while the pool and spa invite you to unwind. Savour relaxed dining at Savvy Restaurant and settle into the gentle rhythm of Marlborough—a delightful base for discovering this captivating corner of the South Island.Sofitel Wellington
French elegance meets New Zealand charm at Sofitel Wellington, a five-star sanctuary in the heart of the capital. Inspired by its botanical surroundings, the hotel blends rich textures, gleaming accents and beautifully appointed rooms to create an atmosphere of refined tranquillity. Discover contemporary cuisine with French flair at Jardin Grill, or unwind over a fine New Zealand wine in the elegant La Serre lounge. With warm hospitality and thoughtful comforts, Sofitel Wellington offers a sophisticated retreat and a delightful finale to your unforgettable coastal discovery journey.
Upon arrival in Christchurch, transfer to Sudima Christchurch City, your stylish base in New Zealand’s charming garden city. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a delicious Welcome Dinner, hosted by your Journey Director.
Overnight: Sudima Christchurch City
Travel in style today aboard the Scenic Plus premium carriage of the renowned Coastal Pacific train, enjoying regionally inspired cuisine as New Zealand’s spectacular eastern coastline unfolds. Leaving Christchurch, we journey north between the shimmering Pacific Ocean and the majestic Kaikoura Ranges. Secluded bays, sweeping beaches and rugged cliffs create an ever-changing panorama, revealing the wild beauty of this extraordinary coastal railway.
Arriving in Blenheim, we visit the acclaimed Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, where aircraft and dramatic displays bring wartime stories vividly to life. Explore the Knights of the Sky WWI exhibition on a private guided tour, followed by the WWII Dangerous Skies exhibition. These evocative presentations offer a fascinating insight into aviation history and the people behind the aircraft. Later, settle into Scenic Hotel Marlborough, our comfortable base for three nights, before enjoying dinner together in this celebrated wine region.
Overnight: Scenic Hotel Marlborough
This morning, travel to picturesque Picton and embark on a memorable pāua pearl cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Take a tour of the Arapawa Seafarms where the unique Pāua Pearls also known as Blue Pearls are grown. Glide past sheltered coves and bush-clad shores, where turquoise waters reflect the surrounding hills, discovering another fascinating aspect of this coastal region. Savour the peaceful scenery, with time to appreciate the secluded inlets and forested shores that make these tranquil waterways so enchanting.
Back ashore, continue into Marlborough’s renowned wine country for a winery lunch, surrounded by the region’s inviting vineyard landscapes. This afternoon, explore Welton Park on a garden tour, enjoying its tranquil setting before returning to our hotel. Overnight: Scenic Hotel Marlborough
Explore picturesque Picton before following scenic Queen Charlotte Drive, where glimpses of sheltered bays and sparkling waterways frame our journey to Havelock. Discover this charming township, famed as the mussel capital of the world, and enjoy leisurely lunch beside the water. Continue into Marlborough’s celebrated wine country for a hosted tasting at acclaimed Cloudy Bay Winery. Discover the distinctive flavours that have earned this region worldwide recognition, savouring its vineyard setting before returning to Blenheim for dinner.
Overnight: Scenic Hotel Marlborough
Board the Interislander ferry in Picton, enjoying Premium Lounge comfort as we cruise through the Marlborough Sounds and cross Cook Strait. In Wellington, discover sparkling harbour panoramas by Cable Car before a private tour of acclaimed Te Papa Museum, where captivating exhibitions bring New Zealand’s remarkable history, culture and heritage vividly to life. Tonight, celebrate with exceptional regional cuisine and wine at renowned Logan Brown.
Overnight: Sofitel Wellington
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the Sofitel Wellington reflecting on the treasured memories of our rail adventure, cruises and fascinating discoveries. Farewell new friends before checking out and transferring to Wellington Airport for our onward journeys, bringing our delightful coastal escape to a close.
About Sojourns
Our Sojourn programmes are short break journeys put together in conjunction with themes, events or experiences. These programmes range from cruising New Zealand’s North Islands to world-class sporting events and unique experiences throughout Australia and New Zealand.
About Single Traveller Journeys
We recognise the specific requirements of single travellers and that’s why a number of our journeys are single supplement free, affording you the benefit of your own single room, without any, or with significantly reduced extra cost. In fact, over 40% of our guests travel alone and return to Bill Peach Journeys again and again. In this way, you can enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow travellers during the day, along with the safety and security of travelling with an escorted group, but still retire to your own personal room in the evening. Note: The single supplement free offer cannot be taken in conjunction with any other offer.
Fully inclusive
This journey includes accommodation, all meals as specified, touring throughout, transfers, services of a dedicated Journey Director.
Coaches
The coaches that we use for the ground component of this journey are fully air-conditioned.
Pre/Post Tour
Flights from your home port to Christchurch / Wellington are not included in the journey price. Should you require flights to / from Christchurch / Wellington, we can provide a competitive quote on airfares and pre and post tour accommodation.
Level of Fitness Required – Easy Going
These journeys are not physically demanding unless you want them to be. They include easy guided walks, which are mainly on flat ground. There will be times when you are required to board a launch for shore excursions. You must be able to walk up to 1 km unaided and will not need any foreseen assistance throughout the journey. For all clients to fully enjoy this travel experience, excellent health and mobility is required by all.
We strongly urge you to consider the fitness rating before selecting your preferred journey, in respect for your fellow travellers. Bill Peach Journeys reserves the right to refuse travel to any client whose fitness level is below the recommended rating.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to cover you against such things as personal illness or accident, cancellation, loss of baggage etc. Please make sure you carry a copy of your Travel Insurance policy with you at all times.
Terms and Conditions
Please note all prices are in Australian Dollars.
Please refer to the T&C’s for more information. Terms & Conditions (PDF)
**Conditions Apply: The FREE Single Supplement Saving is limited and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
*Conditions Apply: The $500pp Early Bird Saving is limited and applies if booked and paid in full by 10 Nov, 2026 and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
*Conditions Apply: The $250pp Late Bird Saving is limited and applies if booked and paid in full by 7 Jan, 2027 and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.