This 13-day guided experience reveals the South Island through the places and stories that shaped Sir Edmund Hillary. From the alpine peaks of Mount Cook to the heritage railways of Otago, the Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer Rail & Coach Tour combines natural beauty with historical depth. Travel by vintage train, coach, and cruise. Explore aviation museums, historic townships, and the Hillary Alpine Centre. Enjoy relaxed pacing, quality accommodation, and insight from expert tour leaders — including

This 13-day journey explores the landscapes that shaped Sir Edmund Hillary — by rail, coach, and cruise. Cross the Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine. Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw. Ride the Kingston Flyer steam train. Explore the glacial beauty of Franz Josef and the remote grandeur of Milford Sound. Visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre at Mount Cook, enjoy a keynote address in person from a member of the Hillary family, and ride the Coastal Pacific Scenic Train along