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TranzAlpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch
Greymouth, New Zealand
- 4 hours 50 minutes
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Board a train through New Zealand's Southern Alps on a gorgeous rail journey from Greymouth to Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass. Travel past rugged peaks, wide braided rivers, and vast forests of native beech. Personal headsets with GPS-triggered audio commentary tell the story of the places you'll pass, with a combination of comfortable seating and open-air viewing decks.
- Ride through the high peaks of the Southern Alps
- Audio commentary available throughout the trip
- Train includes viewing seats, open decks, and a dining car
- This is a one-way service from Greymouth to Christchurch
What's Included
- One Way Rail Journey
- GPS-triggered audio commentary
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 164 MacKay Street, Greymouth 7805, New Zealand
Start time
02:15 PM
Drop-off point
- Christchurch Railway StationAddington, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
End point
- Christchurch Railway StationAddington, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Featured review
Sally_W
We enjoyed a very relaxing and scenic trip without any hiccups.
I have travelled on the train once before during the cooler months so would recommend this time of year for a more photographic journey.
Reviews
4.5
116 reviews
Benjamin_K, May 2024
Lovely train ride across the South Island. Pass over gorges and rivers, and through tunnels. Wonderful views of New Zealand's beautiful scenery.
Chitra_S, Mar 2024
The entire journey through the Alps was unforgettable! Very picturesque and peaceful. I throughly enjoyed both ways of the journey!
Julie_C, Mar 2024
The trip was worth doing and views were stunning and varied and very much worth it. The train crew efficient and friendly. The ticketing experience not so warm, wanted to confirm return journey was correctly booked but staff brushed off saying it should be fine… I said I needed a bit more than that as I was flying out next day… not too happy… but came through in the end with return ticket printed. I would have been happy to return booking confirmed but pleased to have ticket in hand.
Shuyuan_C, Mar 2024
When I got off from Arthurs Pass they didn't bring down my luggage, I went up to find it myself. And when I checking in I left my phone on the counter, the staff hand it to the next customer luckily I returned immediately and got my phone back.
Esther, Mar 2024
The stunning views and educational commentary were enjoyable however the train was over an hour late to board and almost 2 hours late to arrive at our destination. This was disappointing.
Patricia_B, Feb 2024
The first class trip Christchurch to Greymouth. Excellent facilities except the only toilet phew !
Good waiting room. Excellent staff and the food and beverages were great. I would recommend travelling First Class as it is worth it.
Trip from Greymouth to Christchurch was ordinary. The station is awful, not enough seating and waiting over an hour because the train was late was not fun and very tiring. What would it cost to put in a few more seats? I consider the return trip was overpriced and would have booked First Class if I had been give the option.
Christine_K, Feb 2024
Travelling through the tunnel, which took 15 minutes. The views down through the gorges and mountainsides was spectacular. The blue glacier water was beautiful; crossing over the little bridges was lovely. Only downside was the food was not replenished for the return trip from Greymouth to Christchurch and there was only a small selection available.
Graeme_H, Dec 2023
The train trip was an excellent way to see and experience the landscape. The train was very comfortable and the on board commentary very informative and presented in a clear manner. The open carriage enabled unhindered photography. This was great value for money and we would highly recommend it.
Brendon_B, Dec 2023
The spectacular scenery. It's the most beautiful and surprising journey. One minute you are at ground level, and the next minute you are at the top of a mountain pass. And the service you get from the staff is first class all the way.
Zoe_N, Dec 2023
Fantastic, well organised, comfortable, great commentary, easy to move around and view the amazing country. The staff were really helpful and pleasant
From $131.44
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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