2-Day Christchurch to Queenstown Tour via West Coast
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About the Activity
This a very popular 2 day and 1 night trip from Christchurch to Queenstown ( or in reverse ) via the South Island's rugged West Coast. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and deliver you to the World renowned Tranz Alpine train, which bisects the Canterbury farming plains, foothills and mountains, before reaching the alpine village of Arthur's Pass. Your guide will meet you, show you some of the area before travelling onto the West Coast. You'll hear the history of Maori, greenstone, gold, visit historic towns like Hokitika and travel on south through stunning rain forests to the glacier country. Staying in Franz Josef the night gives you the opportunity of a helicopter glacier landing ( not included in the tour price ) as well a stunning photo opportunities. From here the journey continues south along the coast before eventually swinging inland over the dramatic Gates of Haast, finally heading past Lakes Wanaka and Hawea and over the Crown Range road to Queenstown.32 hours
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
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Overnight accommodation in Franz Josef
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Depart Christchurch on the world famous TranzAlpine™ train and cross the vast expanses of the Canterbury Plains. Travel through the dramatic gorge of the Waimakariri River and enter Arthur’s Pass National Park. Here, your guide will meet you and show you some of the highlights of the national park.2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Franz Josef Glacier
Glacier Access Road, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Franz Josef, New Zealand, 7886Explore this unique glaciated region with its glaciers pushing into re-generating temperate rainforest and happening on a Pacific Island - truly very special! Short walks can be made to experience the rainforest with the glacier in the background and it’s shattered, glacier formed landscape. Overlooking this are the Southern Alps and the high peaks of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman. Walks that are available are to glacier viewpoints to witness the glacier’s descent down the mountain into the rainforest. An exciting helicopter ride to view the Southern Alps with a snow landing on the upper reaches of the glacier is also available. (Please note that the optional helicopter trips and scenic flights are not included in the tour cost) 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Gates of Haast
Haast Pass-Makarora Rd, Mt Aspiring National Park, Haast, New Zealand, 9382A short stop to witness the Haast River passing through the gorge can be spectacular.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Guide will be holding a sign displaying Guest booking name at check-in area.View Location
End point
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This tour can end in Wanaka if requested, where you will be delivered to your choice of accommodation. This tour also has the option to run in reverse if requested.View Location
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This tour ends in Queenstown where you will be delivered to your choice of accommodation. This tour also has the option to run in reverse if requested.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- This tour has the option to run in reverse if requested. Longer pick up time required for Port/ Airport pick ups
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 ticketCancellation & 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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