TranzAlpine Road & Rail West Coast Tour

In your day-pack, bring a camera to take pics along the way. Bring extra layers of clothing and jacket just in case. Wear sensible shoes e.g. sturdy walking shoes. A bottle of water is advisable too.

The Arthur’s Pass Experience departs from the Addington Railway Station. The tour departs at 8am. Let us know if you would like to be collected at another location*.

Please ensure you are at the pick-up location 15 minutes prior to departure, make sure you stand clearly visible. The bus driver is not obliged to phone any passenger who is not at their pick-up location prior to the scheduled departure time or to wait for any passenger. The ticket will not be refunded or transferred if the passenger missed the bus for any reason.

*additional cost may apply

The tour arrives back at the Addington Railway Station, Christchurch approx 6:31pm. We recommend staying a night in Christchurch should the arrival time fluctuate for any reason.

Cold food and drinks are welcome. For the care and consideration of others, please be mindful and keep the area clean. Hot food and drinks are not allowed for the safety and consideration of others and yourself.

Our luxury Mercedes Sprinters have a step that lowers automatically allowing comfortable ascent and descent.

From Christchurch to Moana, the Atomic Ambassador is both the bus driver and host. The Atomic Ambassador is responsible for the overall running of the tour to Moana. They are trained to give you an interesting and detailed commentary as well as making you feel safe and secure with their extensive on-road experience.
At Moana, you will be delivered safely into the hands of the manager at Lake Brunner Hotel.
On day 2, you can choose your own experience (please note the cost of additional activities is not included in this tour price). The Hotel Lake Brunner shuttle will connect you to Moana railway station at 2:45pm. At 3:03pm your TranzAlpine train excursion begins from Moana railway station to Addington railway station, Christchurch where your journey ends.

You can bring one small soft carry-on bag that may be stowed in the overhead shelf. A baggage restriction of 17kg per person applies on all tours (regardless of flight or rail allowances). You must be able to comfortably carry your luggage from the bus to the accommodation and vice versa.

We offer small tours for your comfort and enjoyment. Please note, a minimum number of bookings are required for a tour to be financially viable and have a pleasant group atmosphere. An email will be sent to clients no later than one month before the date of travel stating that the tour is either confirmed or that the minimum numbers are not met and the tour is cancelled.

Travel insurance is not included in the tour package. We strongly recommend you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance from an independent traveller insurance provider.

It is easier to explain what is not included! The tour package does not include airfares to and from the tour starting point, airport taxes, passport and visa costs, airport and ferry transfers to or from the tour departure point, insurance, laundry, phone calls, or beverages, and meals not specified in the itinerary, excess baggage fees, and any additional or optional activities.

If you decide not to travel with us for any reason, the following cancellation fees apply. You are advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance to protect yourself against the risks of travel.

Period of Notice, Cancellation Fee
Outside 30 days, Loss of NZD100
8 – 29 days, 50% of total tour costs
Within 7 days, 100% of total tour costs
During the tour,100% of total tour costs