Christchurch to Franz Josef via Hokitika including TranzAlpine Train (Scenic Plus)
From NZD$809
Departs from: Christchurch
Duration: 12 hours
Travel from Christchurch to Franz Josef on one of New Zealand’s most iconic journeys, starting with an upgraded TranzAlpine Scenic Plus rail experience. Relax in spacious seating, soak up panoramic alpine views, and enjoy regionally inspired food and drinks as you glide through the Southern Alps. Meet your Cheeky Kiwi guide on the West Coast and continue deep into glacier country, where turquoise gorges, wild black-sand beaches, and rainforest-fringed lakes steal the show. With small groups, passionate guides, and unforgettable landscapes, this is the West Coast done right.
Why you'll love this tour
Ride the world-famous TranzAlpine for unbeatable alpine views in Scenic Plus
Experience the dramatic shift from mountains to wild coastline in one day
Explore hidden West Coast gems most travellers miss
Enjoy relaxed stops with time to wander, photograph, and soak it all in
Travel small, personal, and fully guided with local storytelling
Finish the day in magical Franz Josef Glacier Country
Itinerary
What’s Included
TranzAlpine scenic train journey
Complimentary bottled water and snacks
Comfortable, luxury and modern mini-coach transport
Local knowledge, legendary guides and an incredible exprience
Exclusive Scenic Plus carriage with panoramic views and inclusive drinks and dining service throughout the train journey
Lunch - seasonal menu inspired by the mountains and rivers of the world-famous TranzAlpine train journey
Why choose us
Famously passionate tour guides
Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.
Travel in comfort
Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.
Award-winning tours
Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.
Kiwi owned. Kiwi operated
Proudly local and passionate about sharing authentic New Zealand with every traveller.
Stories worth sharing
