THE TRANZ ALPINE – NEW ZEALAND

CHRISTCHURCH TO GREYMOUTH

The TranzAlpine – rated one of the world’s greatest! This train journey is featured on our page labelled ‘The New Zealand Rail Adventure’. Prices start from 13 days for £1,095 without meals and £2,495 with meals to 19 days from £2,119 with some meals included.

Tranz Alpine Scenic journey simply can't be beaten for comfort or the stunning scenery you will encounter. The TranzAlpine provides a daily service travelling between Christchurch and Greymouth, from one coast of New Zealand to the other. From your carriage you’ll see the fields of the Canterbury Plains and farmland, followed by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. Your train then climbs into the Southern Alps before descending through lush beech rain forest to the West Coast town of Greymouth – a great base for visits to Punakaiki and the always popular glaciers.

The TranzAlpine includes both one way seating and tabled group seating. Both styles allow you to experience the amazing views while enjoying the company of other passengers on-board. An open air viewing carriage allows you to get even closer to the stunning scenery and provides many opportunities to photograph your favourite spots. There’s a lot to look forward to!

Your journey is 223.8 kilometres long. There are 16 tunnels, and 5 viaducts, the highest being the Staircase standing at 73 metres.

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