Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour | 9 hours

225 Reviews | Christchurch
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • 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
  • Cruise port pickup is not available
  • Gratuities

Overview

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.

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Itinerary

  • TranzAlpine Train

    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.

    2 hours 30 minutes

  • Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre

    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.

    4 hours

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Additional Info

  • 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.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • 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.
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4.8

225 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 203 reviews with 5 stars

Great outdoor experience....

Published on Feb, 2025

Great outdoor experience. Spectactular views.. Loved seeing kea. Door to door service. Great day out. Bring a rain jacket and warm clothes in case the weather turns.

Fun day out and nice train ride

Published on Feb, 2025

Fun day out seeing the sights. We did the trip in reverse, (van first and then train back). Tour guide, Kate, was great and very informative. Did a little like hiking/walking around some cool rock formations and in a forested area. Highlight for me was seeing a bunch of juvenile Kea parrots flying around us. Train ride was pleasant with nice sights, but not life changing. Food on the train was very basic.

Wonderful views and hikes

Published on Feb, 2025

I highly recommend the Arthur’s Pass Alpine small group tour. The train ride was comfortable and clean with beautiful views. Our guide Ollie was excellent. He took great care in making sure we were safe and had a wonderful time. He guided us to some beautiful walks and knew the great spots to get memorable photos. He was knowledgeable and friendly and made the trip truly special.

Highly recommended small group tour

Published on Feb, 2025

Well organized tour securing a spot in the scenic train, with multiple stops along the way to explore areas not easy to get to - all on a day tour! Our guide Manuela was superb as well! Thank you !

An excellent day!

Published on Feb, 2025

Our day started by being picked up from our hotel by our guide, Sue. Sue was friendly and knowledgeable throughout the day, nothing was too much trouble. It was an excellent tour.

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