• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      OpotikiOpotiki iSiteKawerauWhakatane

      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      South WaikatoWaikato District

      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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鉄道旅行

ニュージーランドの厳しい地形の中で、初期の鉄道技術者たちは驚くべき偉業を成し遂げました。 ニュージーランドの鉄道網は広大ではありませんが、彼らの技術と決断力のおかげで、素晴らしい列車の旅が実現しています。

人里離れた国立公園や壮大な火山地帯、川の流れやアルプスの峠道、険しい山々と太平洋に囲まれた海岸線など、様々な場所を鉄道で旅します。

ノーザン・エクスプローラー(Northern Explorer)

北島では、ウェリントンとオークランドを結ぶノーザン・エクスプローラー(新規ウィンドウで開きます)をご利用いただけます。トンガリロ国立公園や、鉄道技術の粋を集めた有名なラウリム・スパイラルなど、北島の火山地帯を中心に巡る12時間の素晴らしい旅です。

ノーザン・エクスプローラーの客車には、すべての車両に大きな窓があり、雄大な景色を一望できます。列車の後部には、3面がガラスで囲まれたラウンジ風の座席を備えた展望車両があります。また、屋外展望エリアや、食事やドリンク、スナックを楽しめる食堂車もあります。

キーウィレイルシーニックジャーニー

南島には、キーウィ・レイル(Kiwirail)の2つの見事な鉄道が走っています。

コースタル・パシフィック(Coastal Pacific)号

ピクトンとクライストチャーチの間には、コースタル・パシフィック号(新規ウィンドウで開きます)が運行されています。この風光明媚な列車の旅は、一方ではカイコウラ山脈が急峻にそびえ立ち、もう一方では太平洋のうねりが岩の多い海岸線を洗い流しているという、驚くべきものです。岩場にはアザラシやペンギンの姿も見られます。

鉄道パスをお持ちの方は、カイコウラの町に立ち寄ってホエールウォッチング・サファリをお楽しみください。次のステージでは、カンタベリー平原を横断します。そこでは、広大な川がパッチワークのように園芸や農業の風景を作り出しています。また、コースタル・パシフィック号は、合計で22のトンネルと175の橋を通過します。

トランツアルパイン(TranzAlpine)号

南島のキーウィレイルのもうひとつのルートは、トランツアルパイン号(新規ウィンドウで開きます)です。サザンアルプスを横断して、クライストチャーチの街と荒々しい西海岸の川沿いの街である歴史的なグレイマスを結ぶ、世界屈指の絶景列車トランツアルパイン号の旅。高さ73mのステアケース橋梁、アーサーズパス国立公園、オティラトンネルなどが見どころです。


トランツアルパイン号は223.8kmを4時間半で走ります。トンネルは19本、高架橋は4本。屋外に設置された展望車では、高山の新鮮な空気と壮大な景色を間近に感じることができます。

じっとしていても、列車に乗り降りしても

キーウィレイルシーニックジャーニーの素晴らしい列車の旅は、それぞれ1日で1つの旅として完結することができます。また、数日間有効のシーニックレールパスがあれば、途中で乗り降りしてアトラクションを楽しむこともできます。また、このパスは、ニュージーランドの素晴らしい鉄道旅行のいくつかを組み合わせて、一生に一度の鉄道旅行をするのにも便利です。

その他のニュージーランド鉄道旅行

ニュージーランドの鉄道旅行は、愛好家の情熱と献身に支えられています。サウスランドにはキングストンフライヤーがあり、オークランドはニュージーランド全土を巡る素晴らしいブティック蒸気機関車の旅の出発点となっています。

ニュージーランドの鉄道旅行にはそれぞれ個性がありますが、いずれも温かいもてなしと専門家の解説で、地球で一番若い国を快適に運んでくれます。

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