Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine Train Day Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Arthur’s Pass through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps. Journey on one of the world’s greatest train journeys, lunch in an Alpine Village nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps. Visit a high country sheep farm for a farm tour and afternoon tea, you might even be allowed to have a go at shearing a sheep.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Canterbury Region, Canterbury Region, South Island

Following a morning pickup by air-conditioned coach from your Christchurch hotel, transfer to the Christchurch Railway Station where you will board the TranzAlpine train. This has been rated as one of the top 10 train journeys in the world.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: TranzAlpine Train, Addington Railway Station Troup Drive, Christchurch New Zealand

We invite you to join us on a tour of discovery, featuring spectacular scenery. From Christchurch board the world famous TranzAlpine train through to Arthurs Pass

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Otira Viaduct Lookout, Arthur's Pass Road, SH73, Arthur's Pass National Park New Zealand

before viewing and driving down the 440 meter long Otira Viaduct a major NZ engineering project - the viaduct is one the most earthquake prone regions in New Zealand and it has been designed to withstand seismic forces 40 percent higher than the usual maximum for such structures. In the late summer months the bright flowers of red rata (metrosideros umbellata) add to the beauty of the Otira Gorge. This tree is not found on the eastern side of the Southern Alps but blooms only in the moist western valleys, you will also encounter the NZ Kea rated as one of the most intelligent birds in the world they have very inquisitive natures and found in most South Island alpine environments.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Devils Punchbowl Walking Track, Punchbowl Road, off State Highway 73, Arthur's Pass National Park New Zealand

Your Driver/guide will then recommend you some popular walks in the National Park with incredible views, weather & time permiting

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Arthur's Pass Village 7875, New Zealand

Time for lunch at a local cafe (optional extra) & explore the village of Arthur's Pass.
On leaving Arthur’s Pass you will travel by road through the foothill ranges of the Southern Alps, in the basins with winter snow there are several small ski fields and with unique limestone rocks surrounding the area this is also popular for rock climbers.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Toby Hill Farm, 760 Rubucon Road Kowai Bush, Springfield New Zealand

Make a visit at a working sheep farm set among a beautiful alpine and high country backdrop. Here you will be able to see sheepdogs at work, watch a sheep shearing demonstration and enjoy a late afternoon tea.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, South Island

Return to Christchurch

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Tour may operate in reverse - so Tranzalpine train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurch"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 07:30 AM
Duration: 9 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pickup from most Hotels, Motels & Backpackers in Christchurch City Center
Some Air BnBs if central city

Cancellations and refunds: If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Included

• Tranz Alpine train journey Christchurch to Arthurs Pass one-way
• Lunch (if option chosen)
• Afternoon tea
• Local guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entry/Admission - Arthur's Pass
• Entry/Admission - Toby Hill Farm
• Entry/Admission - TranzAlpine Train

Not Included

• Gratuities

Facilities