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TranzAlpine Train & Small Group Tour to Arthurs Pass with Lunch
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$265.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The TranzAlpine Train to Arthur's Pass offers an unforgettable journey through the Southern Alps, renowned as one of the most scenic rail experiences in the world. Departing from Christchurch, this 10-hour adventure combines breathtaking landscapes with guided exploration.
- 🚂 Scenic 10-hour experience featuring the iconic TranzAlpine train journey from Christchurch to Arthur’s Pass.
- 🗺️ Enjoy free time in Arthur’s Pass Village to explore local attractions, take a leisurely walk, or relax at a café.
- 🌉 Marvel at the engineering wonder of the Otira Viaduct, stretching 440 metres across a dramatic alpine gorge with breathtaking views.
- 🪨 Explore the unique limestone formations of Castle Hill, famous for its cinematic history and stunning geological features.
- 🚐 Travel in comfort with a modern Mercedes Sprinter for the guided portion of the tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide.
- 🍽️ Lunch is included, offering a chance to refuel during the day’s adventures.
- 🏨 Convenient hotel pickup from select locations ensures a smooth start to your journey.
- 🧒 Children below 8 years are required to travel in a booster seat, which can be hired for NZ$20 or provided by you.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Winter: Train to Arthurs Pass
TranzAlpine Train: 1 May – 30 Sep: Travel to Arthur’s Pass on the TranzAlpine train and return by bus
Duration: 10 hours: Approximate arrival back in Christchurch: 5:00pm.
Lunch
Mercedes Benz Sprinter
Pickup included
TranzAlpine Train: 1 May – 30 Sep: Travel to Arthur’s Pass on the TranzAlpine train and return by bus
Duration: 10 hours: Approximate arrival back in Christchurch: 5:00pm.
Lunch
Mercedes Benz Sprinter
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Winter (1 May – 30 Sep): Travel to Arthur’s Pass on the TranzAlpine & return by bus
- One hour at Arthur's Pass Village (walk or explore, your choice)
- Fully guided small group bus tour
- Summer (1 Oct – 30 Apr): Travel to Arthur’s Pass by bus and return on the TranzAlpine train
- Lunch
- Children below 8 are required to travel in a booster/safety seat. Hire for NZ$20 or provide your own
- No restroom on bus
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TranzAlpine Train** Please note this runs in reverse from 1st October - 30th April ** Your day starts with pickup from select hotels, before arriving at Christchurch Train Station, where you'll board the TranzAlpine, consistently ranked among the world's most scenic rail journeys. Settle in and watch the city fade into the Canterbury Plains, before river valleys narrow and the Southern Alps close in around you. There's an open-air viewing carriage you need to check out!
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Roll into Arthur's Pass National Park and swap the train for something more personal. Your Cheeky Kiwi guide meets you here with a modern Mercedes Sprinter and the local knowledge to match.
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Otira Viaduct LookoutAlso known as Deaths Corner and one look explains why. The Otira Viaduct stretches 440 metres across a dramatic alpine gorge, and without it, crossing Arthur's Pass by road simply wouldn't exist. It's an engineering feat set inside a national park, and the views in every direction are jaw-dropping. Keep your eyes peeled, the Kea, New Zealand's infamous alpine parrot, likes an audience.
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Back into the village for your free hour. If you've got the legs for it, the walk to Devils Punchbowl waterfall is the pick, a low-to-moderate trail through native bush that ends at a 131-metre cascade crashing into the valley floor. Prefer to take it easy? The village café does a decent coffee and the local shops are worth a wander.
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Castle HillScattered across an open hillside above State Highway 73, the limestone boulders of Castle Hill are one of New Zealand's most quietly spectacular places. Geologically ancient, cinematically famous, this location doubled as Narnia in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe and featured in The Lord of the Rings. Walk among the formations, watch the climbers and boulderers doing their thing, and take the photos you didn't know you needed. Self-guided and entirely at your own pace.
- Return to Christchurch with drop-off at your accommodation. Take in the city’s architecture, culture, and surrounding landscapes. (pass by)
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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TranzAlpine Train & Small Group Tour to Arthurs Pass with Lunch
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$265.91
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
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!