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2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

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Duration

2 days

Group Size

1 to 3 people

Ages

2 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Experience the very best of New Zealand on this two day West Coast adventure! Tour highlights include Queenstown, Lakes Wanaka and Hawea, the wild West Coast and the world-famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train. Hailed as one of the greatest train journeys in the world, the TranzAlpine Train will take your breath away on the journey to your final destination of Christchurch. This is an Independent coach tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Pickup

The Great Sights Coach departs the Athol Street Bus Station at 08:10. Please meet your coach here 15 minutes prior to this. If your accommodation is a major hotel in the Queenstown CBD, it may be available for coach pick up prior. Please advise your Queenstown accommodation at the time of booking. - Time zone: Pacific/Auckland

You will receive a printable itinerary prior to travel. This will be sent to you electronically through Discover New Zealand. Please get in touch via the booking portal if you have not received this within 7 days of your tour departure date. Exact tour departure times will be listed on this itinerary.

What's included

TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Greymouth to Christchurch

All transport as specified in this tour package (small group or semi-private tours)

Breif commentary on transport

Shuttle to Glacier Valley

One nights accommodation in Franz Josef

Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier

Private Transfer Leaving Queenstown, travel past picturesque scenery of massive mountain peaks and crystal-clear blue lakes. Travel across the Haast Pass to the other side of the Southern Alps, the landscape changes dramatically. Welcome to the wild and wonderful West Coast, a remote and unspoiled region. Wind your way past native rainforest, rocky coastlines and powerful waterfalls. Your journey concludes in the village of Franz Josef, your base for exploration of the area.

Choose from either a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel

Day 2: Franz Josef to Greymouth, then take the TranzAlpine Scenic Train to Christchurch

Semi-private tour Today you’ll head north through the historic gold mining region of Hokitika. Known for its Greenstone (Pounamu) this seaside town has a rich history dating back to the 1860’s. Continue on to Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast and the starting point for the next leg of your journey - the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Min 6 days: 100%
From 2 to 6 days: 50%
From 0 to 2 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (15 - 99 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 3