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3 Day Glacier Explorer Tour (Christchurch)
A three day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown with a day at the West Coast glaciers. Features include: Arthur's Pass National Parks, Westland, Haast Pass, Guided walk on a glacier, West Coast rainforests and the world renowned TranzAlpine scenic railway.
Trip Type: Independent Tour
Standard Trip Duration: 3 Days (Extra days and activities can be requested when booking) Departing From: Christchurch Departs Christchurch Train Station at 8.15am. Tour departs daily except Christmas Day.
Included:
Prices are per person and includes: Pick up from your Christchurch hotel/motel, coach travel, two night's accommodation, half day glacier walk, and the TranzAlpine Train. |
| Single | Double | Triple | |||
| Tourist (Motel) | NZ$1,000.00 | NZ$780.00 | NZ$720.00 | - | |
| Quality (Hotel) | NZ$1,470.00 | NZ$1,060.00 | NZ$950.00 | - |
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Prices valid for travel through till 30 September 2010.
Hotel accommodation examples | Terms and Conditions
Prices valid for travel through till 30 September 2010.
Hotel accommodation examples | Terms and Conditions
ITINERARY
NOTE: If you wish to stay longer at any overnight location, extra days can be inserted into the tour.Please request the extra days when you book.
HIGHLIGHTS
- included in the fare
- Westland National Park
- Haast Pass
- Guided walk on a glacier
- Arthur's Pass National Park
- The TranzAlpine train
New Zealand Tour Map
Day 1 Christchurch - Greymouth - Glaciers
Depart Christchurch on the Tranz Alpine Train. A time to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Canterbury and West Coast provinces. Through the panoramic windows you’ll view the huge and fertile farmlands of the Canterbury Plains as the train makes its way westwards to the mountains. The Tranz Alpine train winds its way over massive viaducts, through spectacular gorges and river valleys, before tracking slowly across the country’s mountain range, the Southern Alps. There are spectacular views of the Waimakariri Gorge, carved by the river as it cut its way through the landscape. Arrive into Greymouth at 12.45pm where you transfer onto an Intercity Coach. The journey to the Glaciers is southward through the lush bush covered landscape at the base of the Southern Alps. Arrive into Franz Josef at 5.05pm.
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Bella Vista Motel, Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier, Rainforest Motel Fox Glacier or similar
Depart Christchurch on the Tranz Alpine Train. A time to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Canterbury and West Coast provinces. Through the panoramic windows you’ll view the huge and fertile farmlands of the Canterbury Plains as the train makes its way westwards to the mountains. The Tranz Alpine train winds its way over massive viaducts, through spectacular gorges and river valleys, before tracking slowly across the country’s mountain range, the Southern Alps. There are spectacular views of the Waimakariri Gorge, carved by the river as it cut its way through the landscape. Arrive into Greymouth at 12.45pm where you transfer onto an Intercity Coach. The journey to the Glaciers is southward through the lush bush covered landscape at the base of the Southern Alps. Arrive into Franz Josef at 5.05pm.
Day 2 At Franz Josef or Fox Glacier
Today we have included a guided walk which accesses the rugged terminal ice face of the glacier. Round trip takes about four hours with about 1 hour spent exploring the lower glacier. Enjoy a fascinating commentary on the history and geology of the area. The rest of the day is free for optional activities which may include scenic flights up to the glaciers, short walks into the native rainforest or a visit to the Westland National Park Visitor Centre.
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef, Westhaven Motel Fox Glacier, Rainforest Motel Fox Glacier or similar
Today we have included a guided walk which accesses the rugged terminal ice face of the glacier. Round trip takes about four hours with about 1 hour spent exploring the lower glacier. Enjoy a fascinating commentary on the history and geology of the area. The rest of the day is free for optional activities which may include scenic flights up to the glaciers, short walks into the native rainforest or a visit to the Westland National Park Visitor Centre.
Day 3 Glaciers - Queenstown
This morning your journey continues south crossing over many large rivers and through Fox Glacier and other small West Coast townships such as Jacobs River & Bruce Bay. The coach passes over the spectacular Gates of Haast Bridge and across the Haast Pass itself. The Haast Pass is the southernmost crossing of the Southern Alps. You then journey on passing through Hawea, Wanaka & Cromwell. Arrive into picturesque Queenstown at 4.15pm. Queenstown is a popular year round resort, famous for its numerous outdoor adventure activities.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
On overnight tours, all accommodation is centrally located to town centres and within walking distance of the main shopping areas. We offer two types of accommodation:
New Zealand Motels are of a very high standard. They are spacious and most importantly clean with most of the modern home comforts included.
On overnight tours, all accommodation is centrally located to town centres and within walking distance of the main shopping areas. We offer two types of accommodation:
- Tourist Class - four star motels with kitchen facilities on request.
- Quality Class - four star hotels with restaurants on site.[Click for examples]
New Zealand Motels are of a very high standard. They are spacious and most importantly clean with most of the modern home comforts included.
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General Information and Conditions of Travel
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