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Arthur's Pass: TranzAlpine Train and Castle Hill Day Tour

4.8  / 5
65 reviews
Activity provider:NZ South Island Tours & Travel
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Arthur's Pass: TranzAlpine Train and Castle Hill Day Tour

Activity provider:NZ South Island Tours & Travel
4.8  / 5
65 reviews
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From US$ 246.81 per person

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Experience one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass. Meet your guide for a full day of exploration through the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes.

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Duration 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is offered from selected central Christchurch hotels. Pickup timing will be confirmed a day prior to your travel date.

Experience

Highlights
  • Embark on the incredible train journey from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass
  • Enjoy a walk with crisp alpine air, unforgettable mountain vistas, and waterfalls
  • Encounter chatty alpine parrots at Otira Viaduct lookout
  • Capture mirror images at Lake Pearson
  • Admire the majestic limestone boulders at Castle Hill
Full description

Experience the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes by taking a journey on a train from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, which is considered one of the world's greatest train journeys for the scenery it passes.

Enjoy breathtaking views of Canterbury Plains, Southern Alps, ice-fed Waimakariri River, lush beech forests, and stunning landscapes. Explore walking tracks in Arthur's Pass National Park with spectacular mountain views & pristine waterfalls.

Capture mirror images at Lake Pearson & wander through the majestic limestone boulders at Castle Hill. A perfect day trip for nature lovers, hikers, and adventure seekers.

Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned minivan or minibus
  • Fully guided tour except the walks.
  • TranzAlpine Train tickets
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • This is a small group day tour
  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  • Fully guided tour except the walks in the National Park & Castle Hill.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Some walking is involved so wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Lunch is not included
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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 65 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    5/5

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Great day spoilt by very wet weather. The visibility was restricted due to the rain which prevented a full appreciation of the views. Full credit to our guide who did his best to keep everyone involved in the tour under difficult circumstances. The train was excellent. Recommend this tour.

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March 10, 2023

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Ian – AustraliaVerified booking

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Really worthy the train experience ! Train Tickets arranged by the organisers . Our guide Anuj was excellent, attentive , providing with useful info and dealing with our requests ! Big thank you ! The return by minivan was also pleasant . we stopped in 5-6 interesting and picturesque places for a break and photos !

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March 1, 2023

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Lambis – BelgiumVerified booking

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The train trip was shorter than we expected and it was raining heavily when we disembarked at Arthur Pass. The tour organizer worked very hard and tirelessly to overcome the weather problems with some short walks and his expert commentary about the Southern Alps etc A walk around Castle Hill rocks was enjoyable. Overall, I think the total cost of around $750 for 2 people was too high given we had to purchase our own lunch. In my opinion, the tour was over priced by around 20% particularly given we only went half way on the train.

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February 15, 2023

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