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Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch
Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
$1,000
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Canterbury Plains unfolds into the majestic Southern Alps, where breathtaking landscapes beckon at every turn. Ancient glacial valleys reveal stunning mountain lakes and braided rivers, offering a glimpse into nature's artistry.
- 🏔️ Full-Day Excursion: Enjoy a comprehensive 7-hour journey through Arthurs Pass National Park, complete with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
- 🚐 Private transportation ensures a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, allowing you to relax and soak in the scenery.
- 🌲 A visit to Castle Hill offers a chance to stroll among ancient limestone cliffs, where the beauty of the Southern Alps unfolds around you.
- 📸 Capture unforgettable moments at the iconic Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre, where you can learn about the region's unique geology and flora.
- 🏞️ Revel in the picturesque views of the Waimakariri River, a classic braided river that connects the mountain icefields to the Pacific Ocean.
- 🌳 A photo stop at Christchurch Cathedral allows you to appreciate its Gothic architecture and the surrounding well-maintained gardens.
- 🦙 Discover the fascinating history of the Giant Moa statue, a symbol of the region's rich wildlife heritage.
- 🌊 Marvel at the clear mountain streams and waterfalls during a short walk behind the charming Arthur's Pass Chapel.
- ⏰ The itinerary is flexible, with potential opportunities for a quick tour of Christchurch on the return journey.
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Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
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Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor CentreA centre giving information on the geology, flora and fauna of Arthurs Pass, as well as a souvenir shop
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Christchurch CathedralPhoto stop
- Large trees from all over the world and well-maintained gardens....we can stop if time permits. The Arts Centre and Great Hall are also here and worth a visit (Gothic Architecture). (pass by)
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Castle HillOption to take a stroll in this amazing scenery.....an ancient seafloor that is now giant limestone cliffs and rocks in the middle of the Southern Alps. Ancient giant sharks teeth have been found fossillised in these rocks and Narnia : The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was filmed across the road. The path is gentle and takes you into a very photogenic land which has been appreciated back into history since the gentle Waitaha people used it as a spiritual centre. Today you may see climbers from across the world making their way up or around these fascinating structures.
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Arthur's Pass ChapelBehind this lovely small mountain chapel is the beech forest which covers most of the Southern Alps. A walk of a few minutes takes you to a small bridge and beautiful stream of clear mountain water flowing over a waterfall.
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Arthur's Pass National ParkTake a photo by an imposing stone sign which signifies the start of Arthur's Pass National Pass....the route through here was opened up in the mid 1860's as gold was found on the West Coast and a road was hurriedly built in a year to connect east and west.
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See a statue of the Giant Moa, the tallest bird to live on earth and hear the story of Paddy Freeny and its possible rediscovery in the 1980's.
- Enjoy the limestone of this area....a stream flows under the road at great depth and takes about an hour to go through....but not on this trip. (pass by)
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Canterbury RegionTraverse the Canterbury Plains from east to west from Christchurch to the skifields of the Cragieburn Range and into the Southern Alps . This fertile plain is one of the most productive on earth boasting world record yields of wheat and barley. This agricultural powerhouse also produces large amounts of the world's seed and provides potatoes, onions, wine, dairy products, animal feed, sheep etc. Look for the Waimakariri River ...a classic braided river connecting the mountain icefields to the Pacific Ocean.
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Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch
Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
$1,000
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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