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Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$349.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Travel from Christchurch to Franz Josef on one of New Zealand’s most iconic journeys, combining the legendary TranzAlpine train with a fully guided West Coast road trip. Glide through the Southern Alps by rail before meeting your Cheeky Kiwi guide and heading deep into glacier country. From turquoise gorges and wild black-sand beaches to rainforest-fringed lakes, this day is packed with bucket-list scenery. Small groups, passionate guides, and unforgettable landscapes, this is the West Coast done right.
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Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 12 hours
- Water available & snacks provided
- Tranzalpine Train
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Picnic lunch
- Restroom on board
- Drop off in Fox Glacier
- Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting point
PICKUP TIME: 7:08am. Please meet your guide at the InterCity Bus Stop on Litchfield Street
If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select the Christchurch Bus Interchange (Intercity stop on Litchfield Street) for now. You can update this later.
Return details
Drop off to central Franz Josef accommodations only
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TranzAlpine TrainYour adventure begins with a transfer to Tower Junction to board the TranzAlpine. Settle in and enjoy panoramic carriages as you journey through river valleys, alpine passes, and the heart of the Southern Alps.
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GreymouthMeet your Cheeky Kiwi guide and continue west by road. Greymouth is the Coast’s main hub and your gateway to wild beaches, rainforest and glaciers, where you'll stop for lunch. Note: As the train is operated by a third party, delays of up to 30 minutes are possible.
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Cobden BeachA quick coastal stop where crashing waves meet the iconic breakwater. A favourite for dramatic ocean photos.
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HokitikaSoak up the laid-back vibe of Hokitika. Stroll the wild black-sand beach and check out the famous Hokitika sign with the Tasman Sea as your backdrop.
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Hokitika Gorge WalkVenture inland to the jaw-dropping Hokitika Gorge. Bright turquoise water, swing bridges, and native bush make this a photographer’s dream.
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A peaceful roadside stop at Lake Ianthe, surrounded by podocarp forest and wetlands rich with birdlife.
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Franz JosefArrive in Franz Josef, where your guide will assist with accommodation drop-off. Your glacier country adventure is just getting started. Drop off to central Franz Josef accommodations only.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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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Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$349.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!