Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $499.00 |
Coastal Pacific rail
Kaikōura views
Kaikōura by night
Stargazing under the Southern sky, experience Matariki in Kaikōura on Saturday 11th July 2026.
Stargazing under the Southern sky, experience Matariki in Kaikōura on Saturday 11th July 2026.
Coastal Pacific rail
Kaikōura views
Kaikōura by night
| Adult | $499.00 |
See website for terms and conditions - https://www.greatjourneysnz.com/terms-and-conditions/
See website for terms and conditions - https://www.greatjourneysnz.com/terms-and-conditions/
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Matariki rail experience, where you’ll travel from Ōtautahi Christchurch to Kaikōura for an evening of stargazing and cultural discovery under Te Waipounamu’s (South Island's) stunning night sky. Celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, through an immersive experience featuring expert-led stargazing, historical insights, and the warmth of good company. Inclusions: Round-trip train journey Ōtautahi Christchurch to and from Kaikōura, departing Saturday afternoon, returning late that evening. Kai | Dining: 4-course winter-themed dinner with beers and wines (2 courses each way) In Kaikōura. Full stargazing experience hosted by Destination Kaikōura and the Dark Sky Trust.
Christchurch, New Zealand.
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