Christchurch to Franz Josef One-Way Full-Day Tour
There’s no need to choose between a train ride to Franz Josef from Christchurch and a sightseeing adventure with this full-day one-way tour. Gaze out at the Southern Alps as you ride the rails to Franz Josef before hopping into the back of a coach for a road trip through the West Coast region, taking in black-sand beaches, turquoise glacier lakes, and enjoying a sit-down picnic lunch with free menu choice.
Highlights
- ✓The train is an ideal vantage point to snap photos of the Southern Alps
- ✓Enjoy a sit-down picnic lunch with free menu choice between stops
- ✓Plenty of space on the train and coach for your luggage
- ✓A great time to socialize with fellow travelers
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your adventure begins with a transfer to Tower Junction to board the TranzAlpine. Settle in and enjoy panoramic carriages as you journey through river valleys, alpine passes, and the heart of the Southern Alps.
- ✓Meet your Cheeky Kiwi guide and continue west by road. Greymouth is the Coast’s main hub and your gateway to wild beaches, rainforest and glaciers, where you'll stop for lunch. Note: As the train is operated by a third party, delays of up to 30 minutes are possible.
- ✓A quick coastal stop where crashing waves meet the iconic breakwater. A favourite for dramatic ocean photos.
- ✓Soak up the laid-back vibe of Hokitika. Stroll the wild black-sand beach and check out the famous Hokitika sign with the Tasman Sea as your backdrop.
- ✓Venture inland to the jaw-dropping Hokitika Gorge. Bright turquoise water, swing bridges, and native bush make this a photographer’s dream.
- ✓A peaceful roadside stop at Lake Ianthe, surrounded by podocarp forest and wetlands rich with birdlife.
- ✓Arrive in Franz Josef, where your guide will assist with accommodation drop-off. Your glacier country adventure is just getting started. Drop off to central Franz Josef accommodations only.
What's included
- ✓Water available & snacks provided
- ✓Booster seat
- ✓Guided bus tour: Greymouth to Franz Josef
- ✓Tranzalpine Train: Christchurch to Greymouth
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
What's not included
- ✓Drop off in Fox Glacier
- ✓Restroom on board
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (Intercity Bus Stop, Christchurch Bus Interchange). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 60 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup time. *Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance. *Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Christchurch to Franz Josef One-Way Full-Day Tour
There’s no need to choose between a train ride to Franz Josef from Christchurch and a sightseeing adventure with this full-day one-way tour. Gaze out at the Southern Alps as you ride the rails to Franz Josef before hopping into the back of a coach for a road trip through the West Coast region, taking in black-sand beaches, turquoise glacier lakes, and enjoying a sit-down picnic lunch with free menu choice.
Highlights
- ✓The train is an ideal vantage point to snap photos of the Southern Alps
- ✓Enjoy a sit-down picnic lunch with free menu choice between stops
- ✓Plenty of space on the train and coach for your luggage
- ✓A great time to socialize with fellow travelers
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your adventure begins with a transfer to Tower Junction to board the TranzAlpine. Settle in and enjoy panoramic carriages as you journey through river valleys, alpine passes, and the heart of the Southern Alps.
- ✓Meet your Cheeky Kiwi guide and continue west by road. Greymouth is the Coast’s main hub and your gateway to wild beaches, rainforest and glaciers, where you'll stop for lunch. Note: As the train is operated by a third party, delays of up to 30 minutes are possible.
- ✓A quick coastal stop where crashing waves meet the iconic breakwater. A favourite for dramatic ocean photos.
- ✓Soak up the laid-back vibe of Hokitika. Stroll the wild black-sand beach and check out the famous Hokitika sign with the Tasman Sea as your backdrop.
- ✓Venture inland to the jaw-dropping Hokitika Gorge. Bright turquoise water, swing bridges, and native bush make this a photographer’s dream.
- ✓A peaceful roadside stop at Lake Ianthe, surrounded by podocarp forest and wetlands rich with birdlife.
- ✓Arrive in Franz Josef, where your guide will assist with accommodation drop-off. Your glacier country adventure is just getting started. Drop off to central Franz Josef accommodations only.
What's included
- ✓Water available & snacks provided
- ✓Booster seat
- ✓Guided bus tour: Greymouth to Franz Josef
- ✓Tranzalpine Train: Christchurch to Greymouth
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
What's not included
- ✓Drop off in Fox Glacier
- ✓Restroom on board
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (Intercity Bus Stop, Christchurch Bus Interchange). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 60 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup time. *Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance. *Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.