2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown
Overview
A great way to experience the extraordinary TranzAlpine train journey and visit the West Coast glaciers. Hailed as one of the greatest train journeys in the world, the TranzAlpine train journey will take your breath away! Scenic highlights include views from the train, the wild West Coast, visiting Franz Josef Glacier, seeing Lakes Wanaka and Hawea and of course arriving at bustling Queenstown!
This is an Independent coach tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.
What's Included
- All coach tour transport as specified in this tour package
- Breif commentary on transport
- Shuttle to Glacier Valley (may not be available May-Sep)
- One nights accommodation in Franz Josef
- TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
- Gratuities
- Pre and post tour accommodation
- Meals unless specified
- Travel insurance. We recommend travel insurance for all tours
Meeting Location
Troup Drive
Addington, Addington, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Athol Street
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
The tour will drop you off in central Queenstown
What To Expect
TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Christchurch to Greymouth and continue on to Franz Josef
3 Stops
Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-2105P32
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