Overview
Pre-booking required
Highlights:
- Admire the Southern Alps, river gorges and Waimakariri River
- Enjoy panoramic views of the South Island’s changing landscapes
Travel from Christchurch to Arthur’s Pass aboard the TranzAlpine, one of New Zealand’s best-known scenic rail journeys. The route crosses the South Island from the Southern Alps towards the Canterbury Plains, passing through a changing landscape of mountains, valleys and river gorges.
Enjoy views of the deep gorges and rugged scenery as the train follows the ice-fed Waimakariri River, with large windows providing clear views of the landscape along the way.
What's included
- TranzAlpine train journey
- Transfer to station and hotel
Please note: All Freedom Day descriptions represent a typical itinerary and may not operate exactly as described. Local operators may vary from time to time.
Useful information
- Price:From £118
- Operates: daily
- Departure Time:8:15AM
- Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Pickup location:Christchurch
- Drop-off location:Arthur’s Pass
Location
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