TranzAlpine Train to Arthur's Pass National Park - Full Day
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April 2026
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What you can expect
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of New Zealand's Southern Alps with a full-day journey to Arthur's Pass. Starting in Christchurch, you'll board the renowned TranzAlpine train, ranked among the world's top 10 train journeys. As you travel to Arthur's Pass, be captivated by panoramic views of lush valleys and dramatic mountain ranges. Once at Arthur's Pass, explore the breathtaking Otira Gorge and make photo stops to capture the breathtaking scenery.
After exploring Arthur's Pass, take some time to stop at the Conservation Area of Castle Hill Rocks. Finish your day with a visit to a high-country sheep farm, where you'll enjoy afternoon tea and witness engaging demonstrations of sheep shearing and mustering. This experience is sure to show you the hidden gems of New Zealand.
Location
What you need to know
- Full day journey to Arthurs Pass
- Guided tour of Arthurs Pass
- Return trip on the TranzAlpine train
- Access to the grounds of a high-country sheep farm with a shearing and mustering demonstration
- Afternoon tea
- Lunch.
- Subject to availability, participants may purchase either an adult or children's lunch, please contact the experience provider directly in advance.
- Available seven days a week at 7.30am.
- This experience is a full-day, approximately 10 hours in duration.
- This experience departs from the TranzAlpine Train Station, at 20 Troup Dr, Addington, Christchurch 8011.
- Bookings are essential
- In the event of rain or inclement weather your experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider
- There must be a minimum of four participants for the experience to occur
- The tour is delivered in English, but if a translator is needed, please contact the experience provider directly in advance
- In the events the TranzAlpine Train does not operate on the day, the journey will be by road both ways and the train portion will be refunded
- Pick up is available for participants staying within city central, please advise of your preferred pickup location at the time of booking
- Change your booking up to 7 days before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 7 days of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements