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4 Day West Coast Tour
 Trip Type: Independent Tour Tour Duration: Four Days (Extra days and activities can be requested when booking)
Priced From: NZ$970.00
Starts From: Queenstown - Tour departs daily, including Christmas day and other public holidays. Ends At: Christchurch Comments:
Included: Prices are per person and includes: Pick up from your Queenstown hotel/motel, coach travel, three night's accommodation, Franz Josef Glacier Valley Eco Tour, Punakaiki Rocks Tour and the TranzAlpine Train.
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Extras:
Price: NZ$
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| Single | Double | Triple | |||
| Tourist (Motel) | NZ$1,375.00 | NZ$1,045.00 | NZ$970.00 | - | |
| Quality (Hotel) | NZ$1,875.00 | NZ$1,345.00 | NZ$1,215.00 | - |
Your credit card will be charged in New Zealand Dollars. Other currencies displayed are automatically calculated and are approximate values only.
Prices valid for travel from 1st September 2011 to 30 September 2012
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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 to view glacier
- Arthur's Pass National Park
- The TranzAlpine train
- Punakaiki Rocks
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Day 1: Queenstown - Franz Josef
Leaving Queenstown travel with Newmans Coachlines to the West Coast passing through Cromwell, Wanaka and Hawea before climbing over the Haast Pass into the Westland National Park. The Haast Pass is our southern most pass that traverses the Southern Alps linking the East Coast with the West Coast. Arrive into Franz Josef at 4.10pm.
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Bella Vista Motel or similar
Leaving Queenstown travel with Newmans Coachlines to the West Coast passing through Cromwell, Wanaka and Hawea before climbing over the Haast Pass into the Westland National Park. The Haast Pass is our southern most pass that traverses the Southern Alps linking the East Coast with the West Coast. Arrive into Franz Josef at 4.10pm.
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Bella Vista Motel or similar
Day 2: At Franz Josef
Today we have included a guided walk to view the Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a fascinating commentary on the history and geology of the area (walk to terminal face only, not on actual ice). 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.
Today we have included a guided walk to view the Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a fascinating commentary on the history and geology of the area (walk to terminal face only, not on actual ice). 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: Franz-Greymouth
Travel north with InterCity Coachlines through lush rainforests and spectacular scenery to Greymouth, arriving at 1.15pm. At 2.00 pm you will be collected from your hotel/motel by Kea West Coast Tours for a Punakaiki 'Wild West Coast' Tour. This is their most popular daily departure and one of the jewels in the crown of New Zealand's scenic treasure chest. Just getting there is half the fun, with magnificent coastal views. Take time at the renowned Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, a guided walk through the subtropical rainforest and time to explore an isolated beach while hearing about the ecology of the seabirds and plants. Arrive back at your accommodation at 6.00 pm.
Accommodation: Ashley Hotel, Bella Vista Motel or similar
Travel north with InterCity Coachlines through lush rainforests and spectacular scenery to Greymouth, arriving at 1.15pm. At 2.00 pm you will be collected from your hotel/motel by Kea West Coast Tours for a Punakaiki 'Wild West Coast' Tour. This is their most popular daily departure and one of the jewels in the crown of New Zealand's scenic treasure chest. Just getting there is half the fun, with magnificent coastal views. Take time at the renowned Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, a guided walk through the subtropical rainforest and time to explore an isolated beach while hearing about the ecology of the seabirds and plants. Arrive back at your accommodation at 6.00 pm.
Accommodation: Ashley Hotel, Bella Vista Motel or similar
Day 4: Greymouth-Christchurch
Time is available this morning to take an optional tour to Shantytown (historic gold mining village) or to explore the local shops. Jade (pounamu) and local craft shops are a specialty. This afternoon board the famous TranzAlpine train bound for Christchurch. A remarkable journey travelling from the West Coast to the East Coast including the lush rainforest of the Arthur's Pass National Park. Viaducts, tunnels and river gorges all add to the enjoyment of the journey. Arrive into Christchurch approx. 6.15pm.
Time is available this morning to take an optional tour to Shantytown (historic gold mining village) or to explore the local shops. Jade (pounamu) and local craft shops are a specialty. This afternoon board the famous TranzAlpine train bound for Christchurch. A remarkable journey travelling from the West Coast to the East Coast including the lush rainforest of the Arthur's Pass National Park. Viaducts, tunnels and river gorges all add to the enjoyment of the journey. Arrive into Christchurch approx. 6.15pm.
The TranzAlpine is a registered trade mark of KiwiRail Limited.
