Private Tour
Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine Train Day Tour from Christchurch
Overview
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9 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Arthur’s Pass through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps. Journey on one of the world’s greatest train journeys, stop at the cafe in the Alpine Village of Arthur's Pass, have a coffee with the cheeky keas. Visit a high country sheep farm for a farm tour and afternoon tea, you might even be allowed to have a go at shearing a sheep.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Tour may operate in reverse - so Tranzalpine train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurch
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Tranz Alpine train journey Christchurch to Arthurs Pass one-way
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Afternoon tea
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Canterbury Region
Following a morning pickup by air-conditioned coach from your Christchurch hotel, transfer to the Christchurch Railway Station where you will board the TranzAlpine train. This has been rated as one of the top 10 train journeys in the world.
TranzAlpine Train
We invite you to join us on a tour of discovery, featuring spectacular scenery. From Christchurch board the world famous TranzAlpine train through to Arthurs Pass
Options
Arthurs Pass Day Tour
Arthurs Pass Day Tour : Arthur's Pass Day Tour including Tranzalpine Train & Farm Tour Does not include Lunch
Pickup included
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour
Full Day Arthur's Pass Day Tour including TranzAlpine Train, Sheep Farm Visit with Afternoon tea
Pickup included
Reviews
182 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic trip
Colleen R,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic day. Informative guide, Jude, and spectacular scenery. Lots of photo opportunities. Snow in late September
A cant miss experience!
KATHY K,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00There is a reason that this train ride is rated as one of the most scenic in the world ... because it is. If you have the time, this is a must do experience. The sheep farm on the way back was also very interesting and a lot of fun, seeing a dog herd the sheep and seeing a sheep shearing.
Super fun
Silky M,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had a great experience, the train ride and other activities were so beautiful and Jude was super cool and friendly. Had a lovely experience
Great and excellent tour...
ChooiLee C,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great and excellent tour with Scotty around👍, very happy with Scotty, however one loose point to highlight, we are a tour of two to this train tour but being seated separately at 7C n 8A😔, overall the tour is fun n great, especially the cookies by the owner of the sheep farm and doggie Tobby(hope I spell it right)
Highly recommend whilst in Christchurch
Amanda B,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00A must do on your trip to Christchurch - Carmen our local guide was fantastic who explained everything thoroughly and kept us on time. TranzAlpine Express from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass took us through some beautiful scenery - with low clouds made for a spectacular journey. Staff on board were very helpful and the cafe had a great and affordable range of items. Open observation car could become crowded at times. Lunch at Arthurs Pass Cafe & Store was disappointing - average food and slow service. Highlight was seeing Ned the dog at Toby Hill Farm do his work rounding up sheep. Trevor and Heather were exceptional hosts.
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