What kind of tour is this?

This is a guided one-day tour departing and returning to Christchurch. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the station for your TranzAlpine journey.  He will meet you in Arthur's Pass again to lead you on your 3-4 hour hike up the amazing Bealey Valley in Arthur's Pass National Park. After the walk and a few of the local sites, travel back to Christchurch by road through the Canterbury high country and plains.

What does the tour include?

Christchurch central city accommodation pick up and drop off service, TranzAlpine journey to Arthur’s Pass, free use of our rain jackets, walking poles & backpacks, detailed explanation of flora, fauna, history and geology while walking, lunch (including hot drinks), morning or afternoon tea, visit to Otira viaduct lookout and the National Park Visitor Centre, return journey to Christchurch in our private van, transfers to Christchurch accommodation.

How far do I have to walk?

A fair question we agree. The entire distance of your guided walk is 5-6 kilometres (3-4 miles) with a total vertical climb of around 200 metres. The track is well formed and easy to follow but there are some places where you must walk on rocks, tree roots or through running water. We provide walking poles and your guide will always be on hand to help you. We have been running this tour for 4 years now and have walkers from 7 to 70 and everyone has made it!

Arthur's Pass Hiking & TranzAlpine tour predeparture info

What time do we leave and get back? 

7.30-8.00           Christchurch accommodation pick-ups

8.15                  Depart Christchurch on the TranzAlpine

10.42                Arrive Arthur's Pass

11.00                Depart on Bealey Valley track with guide

14.30-15.00       Finish walking, visit Otira lookout & visitor centre

16.00                Depart Arthur's Pass

18.00-18.30       Christchurch accommodation drop offs

When does the tour operate?

Daily from September 15 to May 31. (Except Christmas Day)

Minimum Pax: 2 people     Maximum Pax: 10 people

We can take a limited number of larger tour groups, please ask us for more information.

Price 2010/2011

Adult $315. Child $210.  

Includes all transport, hiking, lunch and morning tea.

No rail option: Adult $220. Child $140.

Includes all the above but return journey is by road.

(Children aged 5-14 years, all prices are in NZ$ and include GST of 12.5%)

Customer Comments

"Relaxed, well organized, friendly and very informative.  A very enjoyable day."    

Keith & Isabel, UK. Feb 2010.

"Andrew really knew his stuff and made sure everyone felt that personal touch."  

Jim, USA. Feb 2010.

"Thank you for a fantastic day.  Looking forward to doing it again soon."            

Alex, UK. Sep 2009.

Cancellation Fees:

Outside 14 days: No fee

From 14 days to 48 hours prior: 30%

Within 48 hours: 50%

No shows will incur 100% cancellation fees.

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