Découvrez les paysages naturels remarquables de l'île du Sud en empruntant le train TranzAlpine de Christchurch à Arthur's Pass, considéré comme l'un des plus beaux voyages en train au monde pour les paysages qu'il traverse. Admirez des vues imprenables sur les plaines de Canterbury, les Alpes du Sud, la rivière Waimakariri alimentée par les glaces, les forêts de hêtres luxuriantes et des paysages époustouflants. Explorez les sentiers de randonnée du parc national d'Arthur's Pass avec des vues spectaculaires sur les montagnes et des cascades immaculées. Immortalisez des images miroir au lac Pearson et promenez-vous parmi les majestueux rochers calcaires de Castle Hill. Une excursion d'une journée idéale pour les amoureux de la nature, les randonneurs et les aventuriers.

Au cœur des Alpes du Sud, le parc national d'Arthur's Pass offre une incroyable diversité de flore et de paysages. Vivez un voyage époustouflant à bord du train TranzAlpine qui serpente à travers les magnifiques gorges de Waimakariri. Participez à de courtes randonnées guidées à la découverte des forêts tropicales, des rivières et des panoramas montagneux. Voyager en petit groupe (huit participants maximum) permet une expérience intime et enrichissante. Retour à Christchurch dans l'un de nos véhicules de luxe.

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine journeys combining scenic rail travel with a guided exploration of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Travel from Christchurch through ever-changing landscapes, from wide open plains to rugged mountain peaks, and discover dramatic natural scenery shaped by glaciers, rivers, and time.

Discover the breathtaking Southern Alps on this Arthur's Pass day tour from Christchurch. Travel in premium comfort through Canterbury's alpine region, then return on the world-famous TranzAlpine train—one of the world's most spectacular rail journeys. Your Kiwi guide shares Māori history and insights as you cross Canterbury's braided rivers. Stop at Waimakariri Gorge for riverside walks and an optional jet boat experience. Explore Castle Hill's limestone formations that inspired Middle Earth, visit alpine lakes including Lake Pearson and Lake Lyndon, and stop at Otira Viaduct Lookout. Lookout for the Kea—New Zealand's alpine parrot. At Arthur's Pass Village, hike the Devils Punchbowl Track to a 154-meter waterfall or explore village shops. Your highlight awaits—the return journey aboard the TranzAlpine train with open-air viewing carriages. Please note that this tour runs in reverse in winter.

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Connecting the east and west coasts of Kā Tiritiri o te Moana, the route was originally established by iwi to trade pounamu (greenstone) before it became known to surveyors such as Arthur Dudley Dobson who would later colonise its status in 1864. Home of the world’s only truly alpine parrot and our namesake, the Kea, the now National Park’s dramatic terrain, powerful waterfalls, unique fauna, native Beech forest, and engineering feats make it a popular destination for hikers and sightseers alike. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our knowledgeable and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget! As this tour operates in an alpine region, the weather can be unpredictable so prepare for all conditions. Tour runs in reverse in winter.

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed lakes and rivers and an optional guided walk with your guide to explore, biggest waterfall. Travel along the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing landscapes. Explore Lake Lyndon, castle Hill (famous for massive limestone boulders and rocks), Otira Viaduct Lookout (famous piece of infrastructure for scenic view), Arthur’s Pass National Park, Powerfull Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve.