Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch

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About the Activity

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and into the Southern Alps. Mountain lakes and wide braided rivers pass through ancient glacial valleys. After about 2.5 hours we reach Arthurs Pass National Park and its beech forests. We drive to the top of the pass and divide looking over into the rainforests of the West Coast, then stop in AP village here for lunch.Time permitting we have a quick tour of Christchurch on the return trip and a short stroll at Castle Hill.

7 hours

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Pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation

Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea

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Locations in the itinerary

Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre

State Highway 73, , New Zealand, 7654A centre giving information on the geology, flora and fauna of Arthurs Pass, as well as a souvenir shop15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Christchurch Cathedral

Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New ZealandPhoto stop15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Christchurch Botanic Gardens(Pass By)

7 Riccarton Ave, , Christchurch, New Zealand, 8013Large trees from all over the world and well-maintained gardens....we can stop if time permits. The Arts Centre and Great Hall are also here and worth a visit (Gothic Architecture).View Location

Castle Hill

Castle Hill, New ZealandOption to take a stroll in this amazing scenery.....an ancient seafloor that is now giant limestone cliffs and rocks in the middle of the Southern Alps. Ancient giant sharks teeth have been found fossillised in these rocks and Narnia : The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was filmed across the road. The path is gentle and takes you into a very photogenic land which has been appreciated back into history since the gentle Waitaha people used it as a spiritual centre. Today you may see climbers from across the world making their way up or around these fascinating structures.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Arthur's Pass Chapel

81 West Coast Rd, New ZealandBehind this lovely small mountain chapel is the beech forest which covers most of the Southern Alps. A walk of a few minutes takes you to a small bridge and beautiful stream of clear mountain water flowing over a waterfall.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Arthur's Pass National Park

New ZealandTake a photo by an imposing stone sign which signifies the start of Arthur's Pass National Pass....the route through here was opened up in the mid 1860's as gold was found on the West Coast and a road was hurriedly built in a year to connect east and west.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

See a statue of the Giant Moa, the tallest bird to live on earth and hear the story of Paddy Freeny and its possible rediscovery in the 1980's.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Cave Stream Scenic Reserve(Pass By)

State Highway 73, Castle Hill, New ZealandEnjoy the limestone of this area....a stream flows under the road at great depth and takes about an hour to go through....but not on this trip.View Location

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
The cruise ship is in the customs secure area in Lyttelton Harbour and so you have to catch the free Lyttelton Shuttle shipside and get off at the Norwich Quay Bus Stop just through the security gates..a 5 min trip....look for a sign with your name on it.

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Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by E S ToursCreated on 13 May 2019Created on 01 Jul 2024

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