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Rail
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- Stunning rail journeys
- Spectacular scenery
- Panoramic windows & open air viewing
The Northern Explorer winds through New Zealand’s North Island on an 11hr journey between cosmopolitan Auckland and the capital of Wellington. Trains depart 3 times a week so why not break the journey at National Park, home to the magnificent Mt. Tongariro, a world renowned location for hiking.
Departs: Auckland & National Park southbound: Mon, Thu & Sat.
National Park northbound & Wellington: Wed, Fri & Sun.
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