Auckland is the largest city in the country and a major center of international business, but in some ways seems like a less well-known destination than other cities of its size and caliber.
Pulling into Wellington on The Northern Explorer train from Auckland, it is readily apparent Wellington — New Zealand’s capital city — is a destination worth exploring.
For many, the tiny South Island town of Picton is nothing more than the endpoint of the ferry, but be sure to take a moment to enjoy the town’s offerings before simply passing through on any Kiwi escapade.