New Zealand · Canterbury & Kaikōura
TranzAlpine-Panoramabahn
One of the world's great train journeys — Christchurch to Greymouth across the Southern Alps.
About TranzAlpine Scenic Railway
The TranzAlpine crosses the spine of the South Island in a single day, climbing from the Canterbury Plains through tussock high country, the Waimakariri Gorge and Arthur's Pass National Park before descending into West Coast rainforest at Greymouth.
Panoramic carriages and an open-air viewing wagon make it a relaxed, scenic way to link Canterbury with the West Coast — a favourite for groups looking for a no-driving day in the middle of an itinerary.
While You're There
What to See & Do
- 16 tunnels and 4 viaducts through Arthur's Pass
- The braided Waimakariri River from on high
- Beech forest and tussock high country
- Open-air viewing carriage for photographers
- Onboard commentary on the route's history
How We Can Arrange It
We'll Take Care of the Details
As your booking agent, Mercury Pacific can include TranzAlpine Scenic Railway in your tailored itinerary. Here's what we'll handle and advise on so you can simply enjoy the experience:
Sit on the left from Christchurch for the best river views
Combine with a coach return for a one-day round trip
Book early — the route fills in summer
Every detail — bookings, timings and transfers — is arranged for you as part of your Mercury Pacific tour.
When to Visit
Year-round; winter delivers snow-dusted alpine scenery.
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