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Full Day Tranzalpine Train and Hike in Arthur Pass Tour

Name: Introductory Trial Flight with up to 2 Passengers - 1 Hour
Rating: 4.9 (28 reviews)

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Canterbury Trails

For 1 person

1 Day

$559 each

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Overview

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.

This experience is part of the Responsible range as it was awarded an Enviro-Gold Award.

Session Length

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

Important Information

Guidelines

Please advise any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Cancellation

Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to their policy.

Dress Code

Please dress comfortably and wear appropriate footwear/sturdy shoes for the walk.

Other Info

Please note, the order of activities will be dependent on pick up/drop off points and weather.

Location

This experience takes place in Christchurch and Arthur Pass National Park.

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