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Southern Alps & Glaciers Express

This 2 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Queenstown.

**Please be advised that certain aspects of this tour may operate on specific days of the week during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.

Begin your adventure on the legendary TranzAlpine, crossing the Canterbury Plains and the dramatic gorges of the Waimakariri River. After ascending the Southern Alps and descending through lush rainforests, you will reach the West Coast and continue by coach toward the icy wonders of Franz Josef. The journey then shifts south through New Zealand at its most untamed, passing moody mountain ranges and wild, rocky shores. You will cross the majestic Haast Pass to witness the vibrant, postcard-perfect blues of Lakes Hawea and Wanaka. Finally, your expedition concludes with a scenic afternoon arrival in the world-renowned resort hub of Queenstown.

While this itinerary serves as a great starting point, we invite you to connect with our travel specialists, who can help tailor these experiences into a larger New Zealand journey personalised to your interests.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth

Included activity: Greymouth Train Station to Franz Josef with Gray Line / GreatSights

Included activity: Glacier Valley Shuttle

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Franz Josef to Queenstown Day Tour with Gray Line / GreatSights

Itinerary summary for: Southern Alps & Glaciers Express

Day 1: Journey from Christchurch to Greymouth via the TranzAlpine Train
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 2: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown