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Private Tour or Transfer to Franz Josef Glacier
1 day
Private
About this activity
Meet and greet at your accommodation in Christchurch or at the international airport of Christchurch. Travel in an SUV 4WD with commentary from your driver/guide. First stop is Castle Hill and its limestone formations then onward to Arthur's Pass village for a quick cup of coffee/tea and a short walk to look at the Bealey Chasm and the Devil's Punchbowl Fall.
The Otira Viaduct Lookout gives you a perspective of how stage coaches made their way from the West Coast through this dangerous pass. Continue towards Hokitika for some lunch(at your cost) and to observe some Pounamu(greenstone) craftsmanship. After lunch a short trail through forest and dunes to reach the coastline and observe the wild nature of the Tasman sea.
Pass through Ross village and its historic gold mining cottages and through Whataroa and the White Heron Colony (extra cost - this activity must be pre booked) or choose to visit Okarito and do a short excursion by kayak on the tranquil lagoon to observe natural fauna and admire the flora with a specialized guide (extra cost can be paid directly to operator). From here it is a short drive to Franz Josef where your driver/guide will transfer you to your accommodation and bid you farewell.
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The Otira Viaduct Lookout gives you a perspective of how stage coaches made their way from the West Coast through this dangerous pass. Continue towards Hokitika for some lunch(at your cost) and to observe some Pounamu(greenstone) craftsmanship. After lunch a short trail through forest and dunes to reach the coastline and observe the wild nature of the Tasman sea.
Pass through Ross village and its historic gold mining cottages and through Whataroa and the White Heron Colony (extra cost - this activity must be pre booked) or choose to visit Okarito and do a short excursion by kayak on the tranquil lagoon to observe natural fauna and admire the flora with a specialized guide (extra cost can be paid directly to operator). From here it is a short drive to Franz Josef where your driver/guide will transfer you to your accommodation and bid you farewell.
Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- One-way private transfer
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
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