West Coast from Franz Josef. The West Coast of New Zealand offers a unique holiday experience, featuring scenic roads, breathtaking landscapes, and picturesque spots.
This iconic route takes you on a bucket list adventure along the ever-changing coastline, passing through hidden gems and towns, and offering endless opportunities to stop and explore. Join us as you hop on the train towards Christchurch in the afternoon offering views only possible through the Tranzalpine, this allows a panoramic landscape of the Majestic Southern Alps up close.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby. Specialized infant seats are available. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Children's safety/booster seats available for NZ$20 per seat . The rest of the time is spent travelling between locations
Pick-ups are available only from the hotels listed. If your location isn’t listed, please select the nearest option.
Pick-ups start up to 45 minutes before the tour time. Be ready and waiting outside by this time to avoid missing your pick-up.
-Not all locations are serviced daily—pick-up points are pre-determined for each tour. If your pick-up location changes, please notify us in advance.
PICKUP TIMES:
07:15 Haka House
07:17 Chateau Backpackers
07:20 Alpine Glacier Motel
07:23 Glow Worm Accommodation
07:25 The Terrace
07:27 Scenic Hotel
07:30 Bella Vista
07:33 Rainforest Retreat
07:35 Te Waionui Information Centre
07:40 Information Centre
07:45 Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park
07:50 Glacier View Motel
07:55 Franz Alpine Retreat