The Route
Auckland – Papakura – Hamilton – Otorohanga (Waitomo) – National Park – Ohakune – Palmerston North – Paraparaumu – Wellington
The Seating
The seating on board the Northern Explorer is arranged in a 4 seat with an aisle down the middle configuration. These can either be as a table or in forward-facing pairs. The large panoramic windows make this a great way to experience the dramatic landscape
On-Board Amenities
There is a café carriage on board, serving a range of light meals, drinks (both soft drinks and alcoholic drinks), and snacks. Each carriage has toilet facilities on board and a fantastic viewing carriage to immerse yourself in the landscape.
Dates
This is a regular train service which can be used to hop on and hop off. The operating days are as follows:
Auckland to Wellington
Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Wellington to Auckland
Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Stops along the way include Papakura, Hamilton, Otorohanga (Waitomo), National Park, Ohakune, Palmerston North and Paraparaumu.