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Southern Alps

in their Winter Glory

Traversing the Alps bedecked in its winter cloak does have its own magic. This trip offers the opportunity to experience it twofold. 

Of the three major passes, the two most travelled are Lewis and Arthurs and these have been included.To provide a differing experience and for variation one will be by road the other by rail.

The Tranzalpine train journey in itself is a highlight.  Two nights in the Mountain village of  Hanmer Springs is a chance to bathe in the hot pools.

As one visitor to our shores once remarked after a visit to the region, “The South Island is like Scotland on steroids”.

Your travel itinerary

Sunday 10 August

Auckland – Christchurch

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Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand. Arrive Christchurch, transfer to your central hotel.  This afternoon, meet your guide for a walking tour of central Christchurch.  Welcome dinner is included tonight. 

Monday 11 August

Christchurch – Greymouth Tranzalpine

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This morning board the world famous Tranzalpine train arriving Greymouth early afternoon – morning tea and lunch included onboard.

Tuesday 12 August

Greymouth – Hanmer Springs

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Free time to explore this west coast town before we head north to Reefton for a walking tour of this historic town.  Break for lunch (own expense) before travelling through the Lewis Pass to Hanmer Springs for a two night stay.

Wednesday 13 August

Hanmer Springs

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Today is yours to soak in the hot pools, walk, shop or hire a bike.

Thursday 14 August

Hanmer Springs – Christchurch – Auckland

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Head south into the Waipara district for an early winery lunch before we continue to Christchurch for a late afternoon flight to Auckland.

Inclusions

  • Return seat and bag flights Auckland – Christchurch with Air New Zealand
  • Daily breakfast
  • Four dinners
  • Four nights’ accommodation
  • Tranzalpine Christchurch to Greymouth
  • Morning tea and lunch on the Tranzalpine Train
  • Walking tour of Christchurch
  • Walking tour of Reefton
  • Winery lunch
  • Pukekohe Travel escort *subject minimum 15 persons

Cost

Cost Per Person *
Auckland - Auckland		Twin ShareSingle 
   $2,585  $3,095

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

  • Cancellation insurance
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Items not specified 

Booking Conditions

  • A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required to secure your place on the tour.
  • Full payment is due not later than 21 June 2025
  • Bookings made after 21 June 2025 – full payment at time of booking

 

Cancellations

  • Deposit – non-refundable
  • Full payment – non-refundable

 

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend participants to take out suitable insurance to cover cancellation costs.  Please ask for a quote.

General Information

Hanmer Springs Retreat

• Located approximately 800 metres from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools. Hanmer Springs Retreat is the ideal base for discovering the wonders of this beautiful village. Studio rooms have a kitchenette with microwave, an electric kettle for making tea and coffee and a toaster. 

Health and Fitness

Walking tours are an important part of the itinerary and a good standard of health is required with the ability to walk on uneven surfaces and negotiate stairs

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.


Note: Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change

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