Tranz Alpine Train Tour
Overview
A wonderful day tour to Arthurs Pass which includes a train journey on one of the worlds famous train journeys, a visit to the National Park including some short walks to see the mountain flowers and incredible mosses in this high rainfall area. A delicious 2 course homemade picnic, scenic location and much grown in my Organic garden glasshouse. I bake Wholemeal Walnut bread and a selection of fillings and dependent on season make homemade soup or dessert.Lots of photo stops and short walks on the return via Highway 73 passing many beautiful lakes & limestone formations. As an option can add on jet boat trip on Waimakariri River or a farm visit including sheep dogs and shearing demonstration followed by a homemade afternoon tea in the Woolshed. Tour leaves at 7.45am and returns at 5.15pm. Central City pick ups ok. Tour is aimed at small numbers. Happy to tailor it to guests wishes and although not always private usually caters for family groups.Can charter and drive a bus if needed.
What's Included
- Lunch Homemade picnic lunch grown in my Vege garden.Dependent on season I bake Wholemeal Walnut bread 2 meats, cheeses, homemade salad, tomatoes , avocados , dressings and chutneys. homemade soup or dessert
- Private transportation
- Tranz Alpine Train Springfield to Arthurs Pass
Meeting and Pickup
Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG
764 Colombo Street, Armagh St., Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
I pick up from any hotel , motel or other accommodation within the 4 avenues of Christchurch. I can do pick up s further out for an additional fee. Please mail me
Christchurch Central City
Christchurch, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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TranzAlpine: Scenic Train Christchurch - Greymouth
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Arthur's Pass Walking Track
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
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Activity code: C-106809P1
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- Lunch. Homemade picnic lunch grown in my Vege garden.Dependent on season I bake Wholemeal Walnut bread 2 meats, cheeses, homemade salad, tomatoes , avocados , dressings and chutneys. homemade soup or dessert.
- Private transportation.
- Tranz Alpine Train Springfield to Arthurs Pass.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tranz Alpine Train Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchHomemade picnic lunch grown in my Vege garden.Dependent on season I bake Wholemeal Walnut bread 2 meats, cheeses, homemade salad, tomatoes , avocados , dressings and chutneys. homemade soup or dessert
- Private transportation
- Tranz Alpine Train Springfield to Arthurs Pass
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
