Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
In Christchurch
From
£397
pp
0 day · 4.8 (309)
In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. Experience a breathtaking journey aboard the TranzAlpine Train winding it's way through the magnificent Waimakariri Gorge. Join short guided walks to rainforests, rivers and mountain vistas. Traveling in a small group, maximum eight participants, allows for an intimate and informative experience. Return to Christchurch in one of our luxury vehicles.
Pickup included
What's included
- Light refreshments
- Travel by TranzAlpine train
- Local guide
- Guided walks of Arthur's Pass National Park
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located Christchurch hotels
- Lunch at a country cafe
What's not included
- Cruise port pickup is not available
- GRATUITIES
Itinerary
- Journey across the wide expanses of the Canterbury Plains into high country surrounded by rugged mountain ranges. After leaving the Canterbury Plains, the landscape dramatically changes into sub-alpine we head towards the spectacular Southern Alps. View the Waimakariri River and its unique braided riverbed system. Enter Arthur’s Pass National Park where short walks can be made to experience forests, rivers and mountains vistas. (2h 30min) Admission included
- Follow the old stage coach route and travel down the spectacular Otira Gorge, testament to the road builders of the 1860's and the route taken by the Maori in their quest for greenstone. View Cave Stream where it burrows underground in an area of limestone cliffs and gorges, craggy outcrops and a setting of mountains to the east and west. This area was also used as for the filming of C.J Lewis’ story – “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”. The incredible Castle Hill rocks, unique weatherworn, rain smoothed outcrops of limestone are seen from the highway. Lunch at a country hotel, included in cost of tour. (4h 0min) Admission included
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Your guide will be holding a sign displaying name for tour booking at check in area.
End point
Your guide will be holding a sign displaying name for tour booking at check in area.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Canterbury Trails
- Max group size
- 8 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–10
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A percentage of the tour price is used for the conservation of New Zealand's wildlife, environment and it's endangered species
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- We will pick you up from your hotel and then drop you at the train station for the trip to Arthurs Pass on the TranzAlpine. Our guide will then meet you at Arthurs Pass, take you for lunch and a short walk before driving you back to Christchurch in a luxury vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 9 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.