2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown
In Christchurch
From
£1,032
pp
2 days · 5.0 (1)
A great way to experience the extraordinary TranzAlpine train journey and visit the West Coast glaciers. Hailed as one of the greatest train journeys in the world, the TranzAlpine train journey will take your breath away! Scenic highlights include views from the train, the wild West Coast, visiting Franz Josef Glacier, seeing Lakes Wanaka and Hawea and of course arriving at bustling Queenstown!
This is an Independent coach tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.
What's included
- TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
- All coach tour transport as specified in this tour package
- Breif commentary on transport
- Shuttle to Glacier Valley (may not be available May-Sep)
- One nights accommodation in Franz Josef
What's not included
- GRATUITIES
- Pre and post tour accommodation
- Meals unless specified
- Travel insurance. We recommend travel insurance for all tours
Itinerary
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Christchurch to Greymouth and continue on to Franz Josef
- Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Board the TranzAlpine train and start your journey to Greymouth
End point
The tour will drop you off in central Queenstown
Practical information
- Operated by
- Discover New Zealand
- Max group size
- 50 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–3
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 48 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.