Arthurs Pass & Castle Hill via Train or Road

Full-day alpine experience – approx. 9 hours

Prices below are displayed in NZD

Tour via Road & Rail Price: Per person (based on group size)

1. 1 Crew – $689.99 
2. 2 Crew – $339.99 per person 
3. 3 Crew – $229.99 per person 
4. 4 or more Crew – $169.99 per person

Important: Your TranzAlpine train ticket must be purchased directly with KiwiRail before booking this tour. Click Here to book train search CHC - AHP

Tour via Road only: Per person (based on group size)

1. 1 Crew – $749.99 
2. 2 Crew – $374.99 per person 
3. 3 or more Crew – $249.99 per person 

Deposit

To secure the tour operating, a $169.99 (Rail) $249.99 (Road Only) per person deposit is required at the time of booking.

This deposit confirms the departure regardless of final group size and allows us to schedule vehicles, activities access, and staffing in advance.

At the time of pickup:

1. If 4 or more crew are attending, no additional payment is required.
2. If there are 1–3 crew attending, the remaining balance for the applicable group rate is payable to driver on pickup.

🕢 Tour Overview

Hotel Pick-Up: 7:30am

Duration: Approx. 9 hours

Return: Approx. 5:30pm (may be earlier depending on walking times)

🌄 Experience Highlights

Christchurch → Arthur’s Pass via the TranzAlpine Train (or road)

1. Board the iconic TranzAlpine train in Christchurch
2. Travel across the Canterbury Plains
3. Journey through dramatic gorges and the Southern Alps into Arthur’s Pass

Arthur’s Pass National Park Exploration

1. Visit Arthur's Pass National Park
2. Walk to the spectacular Devils Punchbowl Waterfall
3. Free time to explore the alpine village
4. Lunch break (not included – café options available or bring a packed lunch)

Return Journey by Road

1. Scenic drive through high alpine passes
2. Stop at the famous Castle Hill Rocks, a conservation area and filming location for The Chronicles of Narnia
3. Return to Christchurch and hotel drop-off

Arrival time may vary depending on the duration of your walks at Devils Punchbowl and Castle Hill.

✅ Included

1. Bottled water for each crew member
2. Transport (hotel pick-up and drop-off)
3. Guided alpine experience

❌ Not Included

1. TranzAlpine train ticket (must be purchased directly with KiwiRail prior to booking with us)
2. Meals & snacks (please bring a packed lunch; café available onboard the train)
3. Gratuities

🧥 What to Bring

Arthur’s Pass is an alpine environment where conditions can change rapidly. Please bring:

1. Warm top
2. Windproof/waterproof jacket
3. Comfortable walking shoes

Debit/Credit Card surcharges apply.

Cancellation policy applies – click here for details.