Top Queenstown Rail Tours

We spent amazing 4 days in New Zealand. Started from Queenstown and went to Milford Sound which was absolutely spectacular. Looking back, what I remember most isn't just Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, or Queenstown individually. It's the feeling of driving through those incredible landscapes with no stress about what came next. Everything was taken care of, but the trip still felt personal and unhurried. The vehicle also deserves a mention. It was extremely comfortable, clean, and had plenty of legroom, filled with water, drinks and snacks to keep you hydrated. If you're considering seeing New Zealand on a private tour, I would absolutely recommend this experience.

Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish our 4 day trip, very well organized, comfortable hotels, transportation, activities and excellent guide. Itinerary was packed with incredible places yet everything felt smooth and enjoyable. We started our journey in Queenstown and headed straight toward Milford Sound, with breathtaking scenic stops along the way. The landscapes were simply spectacular. We also explored the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, which was a unique and memorable experience. In Queenstown, we enjoyed some exciting activities, including jet boating and the Skyline Gondola with the luge ride. It was a perfect combination of adventure and beautiful views. Next day we drove toward Mount Cook, with some wonderful stops along the way, including Lindis Pass and a lavender farm. One of the highlights was hiking the Hooker Valley Track, where the views of the mountains and surrounding landscape were absolutely incredible. I wish we had more time to explore more but we will come back soon to travel with Waimate Journeys and our amazing guide Rago. Highly recommend!

We started our 9 day tour from Queenstown and headed to Doubtful Sound, where the cruise through the spectacular fiords was absolutely breathtaking. The peaceful surroundings, dramatic mountains and untouched beauty made this one of the highlights of our trip. We visited Te Anau Glowworm Caves and headed back to Queenstown. We absolutely loved the relaxed atmosphere aroudn the Wharf and Lake Wakatipu. The views were incredible and it was one of those places where we could simply sit, walk around, and enjoy the moment. Mt. Cook and Lake Tekapo were unforgettable. We especially enjoyed the fun and relaxed experiences like Agrodome, the Māori cultural experience in Rotorua, and ending the trip at beautiful Muriwai Beach. Every day had something different, but the whole journey felt smooth and stress-free. We are very happy with the service provided by the Waimate Journeys and especially grateful to our guide for making the trip so enjoyable. New Zealand gave us some amazing memories, and we would definitely recommend Waimate Journeys to anyone planning a trip to New Zealand. Thank you for making our journey so memorable!

Five days in New Zealand and it's already feels like we experienced life time of beautiful moments. The stunning landscapes of Milford Sound and Mt. Cook just amazing. Thrills of Queenstown and Swimming with Dolphins in Akaroa was just another highlights of our time in NZ. We never felt stressful and a big reason for that was our guide. He was absolutely amazing, friendly, patient, and always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. He took care of the little things, kept everything running smoothly. We never had to worry about details and instead, we could simply relax and take it all in. We came back with amazing memories and a big smile. New Zealand was just beautiful. Truly amazing trip!

This 9 day tour was the great way to explore beautiful New Zealand. We covered many of New Zealand's must see places, but flexibility made this the trip special, as we informed our interest and they fit that activities to the itinerary and handled everything smoothly. Our guide was exactly what you would hope for in a private tour guide friendly, patient, knowledgeable, organized and always willing to help. The mix of nature, culture, adventure and relaxation kept every day interesting. This tour is a very easy and enjoyable way to see large part of New Zealand without worrying about bookings, driving or planning. If there is something you have always wanted to do then just inform it to the team and take advantage of customization.

Thoroughly enjoyed our tour from Queenstown to Dunedin via minibus and scenic train and definitely recommend Colin our driver/guide and Cheeky Kiwi.

What am amazing trip, lots of interesting commentary

I highly recommend this tour. Raji was an excellent guide, very organized and very nice. We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 day tour of the south island.

We covered an incredible amount of New Zealand in just 9 days. Having private tour with guide made huge difference. If our activity get cancelled due to weather he quickly arrange the alternative that our day don't go waste. We could ask so many questions, and enjoy the journey without worrying about maps, parking, or schedules. The flight, hotels, transport and activities were all arranged smoothly, making our holiday very easy and enjoyable. We amazed with the Milford Sound drive it has so many beautiful stops to click picture with incredible scenery, so many waterfalls along the way. Akaroa is cute little beautiful town and Queenstown is very lively with so many adventurous things to do. While Mt. Cook glacier lake was just magical surrounded by beautiful snow peaked mountains and glaciers. I must say no words are enough to describe beauty of New Zealand.

This was truly one of the best holidays we have had. They happily customized our itinerary. We shared our interest and they suggested great alternatives and activities that aligns with our interests. We choose horse trekking and opt for drive instead of TranzAlpine train ride. Drive to Milford Sound and Milford Sound cruise were wonderful experience. We just loved how many breathtaking scenic stops were there during the drive. Experience Maori Culture at Te Puia Village was one of the best activities we had. And relaxing private hot pool before ending the trip was the best idea suggested by Waimate Journeys. What we appreciated most was not having to worry about planning, coordinating, driving, parking or even where to eat. Our guide's restaurant recommendations were excellent. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a hassle free way to explore New Zealand while enjoying the holidays.

What a fantastic tour topped off by a wonderful tour guide (Joseph). From pick up to drop Joseph looked after us and made the trip so enjoyable. The bus was comfortable and we met the train right on time. Thanks Cheeky Kiwi and especially Joseph, we will definitely tour with you again. J & W Australia

Jonathan was great! He told wonderful stories & riddles. The drive was beautiful and the train journey was fantastic, especially because Craig, one of the conductors provided information about the rail route. Lots of fun for my wife and I.

I had a most wonderful experience with Raghav from Waimate Journeys. I was reluctant to tour privately, but it was well worth it! One can see whatever sight one prefers and not be limited by others' choices. The tour included the admission of all the highlights of the South Island and left plenty of time for exploring if desired. The guide/driver Raghav was easy-going, engaging, and knowledgable about so many aspects of the history, land and culture. Both the van and accommodations were always clean and comfortable, with plenty of snacks and water. I would highly recommend this private tour for either a single traveler or even a small family or group.

We recently had chance to experience private tour in New Zealand, and I must say the team exceeded all expectations. I've done private tours in many parts of the world, but what made this one stand out was how exceptionally well-organized and flexible everything was. Our guide was attentive, thoughtful, and quick to adjust the itinerary when the weather wasn't accommodating. They also blended our request with the itinerary - we asked to swap the alpaca farm for Willowbank Wildlife Reserve and it turned out to be an amazing experience of New Zealand's unique local wildlife. Even with the limited time, we experience the very best of the South Island. Highlights included helicopter ride over Mt. Cook, the stunning Milford Sound cruise, and the magical Glowworm Caves. Everything was seamless, stress-free and unforgettable. We'll definitely return to explore more of this beautiful country, and I highly recommend Waimate Journeys Team to anyone visiting New Zealand.

We came back from a beautiful trip. From start to finish everything was flawlessly organized. Our guide was nothin short of amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and deeply passionate about the region. He gave so many local insights and thoughtful recommendations. I can genuinely say it was one of the best travel experience of my life. The car was comfortable and spacious with ample leg room and neatly organized. The scenic drive to Milford Sound, where we were treated to jaw-dropping views of towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls and dramatic fjord landscapes. The cruise through the sound was mesmerizing-misty and magical. Highly recommend for anyone with limited time in New Zealand who wants to experience the must-see destinations and activities.

We just wrapped up an amazing 3 dat tour of Queenstown, and it was one of the best travel experience we have had as a family. From the jaw dropping views of Mt Cook to the scenic drive through Arthur's Pass and the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound, every moment felt like new adventure. You can really picture yourself standing there, taking all in- its that incredible. Our guide was fantastic, super knowledgeable and genuinely cared about making our trip memorable. Every recommendation he gave, weather it was a spot for lunch or a hidden gem to check out, was spot on. He knew the area like the back of his hand and made sure we got the most out of every stop. If you are planning a trip to Queenstown, this tour is a must. It's perfect for the one who looking to explore best of what this stunning region has to offer. It's worth the money you spend. Highly recommend!