Full Day Tranzalpine Train and Hike in Arthur Pass Tour

Highlights

• Ride on the Tranzalpine Train, one of the world's greatest journeys
• Enjoy a guided hike in the Arthur's Pass National Park
• See the spectacular Cave Stream

Witness the scenic magic of the South Island unfold before you as you ride the Tranzalpine Train from the east to west coast. Then, meet your guide and hike in the Arthur's Pass National Park, followed by a scenic drive down the spectacular Otira Gorge and a visit to the Cave Stream.

What's Included?

• Transfers to and from Christchurch city centre
• Fully escorted with local knowledgeable guide
• Train ride on the Tranzalpine from Christchurch to Arthur Pass
• 2-4 hour guided hike in Arthur's Pass National Park
• Picnic morning or afternoon tea
• Lunch at a country hotel

Experience the South Island's striking natural landscape as you ride on the Tranzalpine Train, one of the world's most scenic train journeys covering 223km one way. Along this journey, you will see epic mountain vistas, travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River and traverse the Southern Alps. Hop off in Arthur's Pass and meet your guide for a recharging lunch at a local country hotel. Then, head to the Arthur's Pass National Park for a guided 2-4 hour hike, tailored to your group's ability. Characterised by vast beech forests and rivers, and home to the Kea a cheeky mountain parrot, it's a nature lover's paradise.

After your walk, you will head back into the city via minibus, following the old stage coach route and down the spectacular Otira Gorge. Visit the Cave Stream where it burrows underground in an area of limestone cliffs and gorges, rocky outcrops and a backdrop of mountains from east to west. The return journey takes you over Porter's Pass and crosses the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation.

Session Length

• This experience is a full day in duration
• Departs at 7:30am and returns at 5:45pm