Book with confidence with our low price guarantee and 247 support. Your news is the place for you to save content to read later from any device. Cross the fertile farmlands of the canterbury plains, and enjoy thrilling vistas over deep gorges as you travel alongside the icefed waimakariri river. Discover 119 holiday homes to book online for your banks peninsula, pigeon bay holiday. Choose between three different segments of the tranzalpine train route, then enjoy views of native beech forest, the powerful waimakariri river, and arthurs pass national park from a comfortable carriage or open viewing deck. Complimentary wifi is available throughout the property. Twohour local akaroa sights with port pickup and drop off.
This massive holiday home sleeps up to 12 across three levels and a sleep out, and has all the bells and whistles you need for a comfortable stay, including wifi. Ap02 tranzalpine train and scenic nature tour with short. Akaroa accommodation self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, beach houses, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. For fresh, local seafood with an upscale vibe, visit the wharf in akaroa. The tranzalpine train is new zealands most spectacular train journey. The tranzalpine is a longdistance train between christchurch and greymouth, from one coast of new zealand to the other. On the go and no time to finish that story right now. Akaroa is beautiful and we spent a couple of hours on a boat seeing lots of nature. Enjoying expansive harbour and mountain views from the curved deck, le bach is the perfect base to explore picturesque akaroa from. Unique places to stay from christchurch to the west coast the. See a complete list of christchurch tours and day trips. Akaroa coastal retreat really is a little piece of paradise on earth. Christchurch new zealand tours and day trips christchurch sightseeing and things to do, tourism, travel, vacation and holiday information for christchurch region. Find day trips to take today, this coming weekend, or later in april.
Take a guided christchurch city tour when your ship is docked in akaroa port, and visit a traditional sheep farm to experience life in rural new zealand. Traversing the south island aboard the tranzalpine nz herald. I am not certain of this point but other c c ers will know. Arthurs pass national park with tranzalpine train tour from christchurch provided by canterbury trails day tours. And there you have it a stack of top places to stay in new zealand and along the tranzalpine. The nearest tranzalpine stop to woodpecker bach is in greymouth. Filter bachcare holiday homes by the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, by pet friendly accommodation, or by budget. Akaroa is a peaceful, historical town set on the tip of the banks peninsula, about 75 kilometres from christchurch city in canterbury, new zealand. Christchurch new zealand accommodation accommodation in. Arthurs pass national park with tranzalpine train tour from christchurch. The holiday home has 6 bedrooms, a tv with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a. The tour then travels by road to the otira gorge and returns to christchurch through the southern alps taking a different route than your train journey. Akaroa and banks peninsula accommodation, things to do and travel information. The tranzalpine is one of the worlds great train journeys covering 223 kilometres 9 miles oneway, taking just under 5 hours.
Tranzalpine railway book tickets nzs national network. A spectacle of unrivalled scenery unfolds as you journey across viaducts and through tunnels in the heart of the southern alps. Banks peninsula, christchurch city tour and sheep farm tour. Forget overseas travel book your new zealand holiday with us and. Unlike normal passenger trains, the tranzalpine is designed to provide a window to new zealands best scenery, with large reclined seating and. It is not intended to give any assurance that any particular provider meets certain quality standards or legal obligations. The wharf boutique accommodation boasts 2 seaview studios and 2 seaview suites, located in the heart of akaroa s waterfront, recently renovated, offering guests, affordable luxury accommodation, with unobstructed views of akaroa harbour. It was an amazing experience which couldnt have been any better. Listen to the sound of the waves at a beach house in akaroa and banks peninsula, new zealand.
Everything was top notch the hotel pick up, the trans alpine train, hiking through the park, the picnic lunch, and the drive back to christchurch making stops at so many incredible places. Are there any big supermarkets that might be open late on wednesday evening. The 10 best akaroa holiday homes, cottages of 2020. Youll traverse the majestic canterbury plains, to the backdrop of the mighty southern alps the journey of a lifetime. Rent a holiday accomodation for short and long term stay on bookabach. A combination of domestic flights, selfdrive, coach and train travel enables clients to really experience the diverse scenery and activities on offer. On tripadvisors canterbury region travel forum, travellers are asking questions and offering advice on topics like can i buy a gift vouchert.
A day tour from christchurch travelling on the world famous tranzalpine train through the southern alps to arthurs pass. Bellbird bach akaroa holiday house is situated in akaroa. It winds its way through the dramatic gorges and alpine forests of the southern alps, over staggering viaducts and dizzying mountain passes. Bookme deals things to do in kaikoura, akaroa, hanmer.
Watch the landscape change as you journey over braided rivers and past picturesque lakes to arthurs pass national park arthurs pass village is a hub for hiking trails. Travel then to arthurs pass where you will board the world famous tranzalpine train. Guests are welcome to enjoy the free wifi throughout the property. Top day trips from christchurch, new zealand to akaroa. Snowcapped mountains, native rainforest, and river gorges adorn this remote region of new zealand. Tripadvisor arthurs pass national park with tranzalpine. The wharf continues the kiwi tradition of fun dining and will be open 7 days a week. Register with us and content you save will appear here so. Simply use the advanced filters when searching for a holiday spot with the largest selection of preserviced holiday homes, baches, and apartments available for rent in new zealand youll find the perfect place to stay. The tranzalpine route is an iconic new zealand railway journey and the only direct way to travel between christchurch and greymouth. Select your selfcatering akaroa and banks peninsula bach and experience a little piece of paradise, privacy and a tranquil atmosphere. And thats exactly what you can expect on board the tranzalpine. Akaroa and banks peninsula baches, beach house, bungalows.
The tranzalpine train journey can be done in either direction using both christchurch and greymouth as the departure points so dont miss this incredible adventure that crosses from one magical coast of new zealand to the other. Experience some of the best of new zealand in 14 days with a tour of the north and south islands. Ride a train through the southern alps on a remarkable scenic journey aboard the tranzalpine train. Tranzalpine train ride to greymouth start your last day by collecting your things for the ride to the christchurch railway station, where the tranzalpine carries you out on one of the most spectacular train. From christchurch, travel west through the expanse of the canterbury plains and into the foothills of the southern alps. New zealand is known for its excellent seafood, lamb and beef, and akaroa is no exception.
Christchurch supermarkets opening hours christchurch forum. Book the perfect trip with 41 akaroa holiday homes, cottages and apartments with. Holiday homes and holiday accommodation rentals in new zealand. All of our akaroa holiday homes are pre inspected prior to your. Climb aboard one of the worlds most famous train journeys, between christchurch and greymouth and vice versa. Akaroa accommodation waterfront apartments akaroa on. The holiday home has 6 bedrooms, a tv with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and an oven. Welcome to the tranzalpine, one of the worlds most incredible train.
New zealand your guide will be holding a sign displaying name for tour booking at check in area. Akaroa, christchurch city, canterbury, new zealand. The content on this page was created by akaroa adventure centre. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. On day three transferred to the christchurch railway station where you will board the tranzalpine train for greymouth, on your arrival in greymouth your tour will conclude. The tranzalpine is one of the worlds most spectacular short train journeys. I dont think there is any alternative to booking the tranz alpine train trip other than through the ship as the train is caught up with by the bus trip part of the tour as the train leaves christchurch before the ship arrives and gets back too late to catch the ship. This option is for doubletwin rooms only minimum of two adults. Designed with the pacific in mind, the three beautifullyappointed waterfront apartments offer akaroa accommodation just metres from the water, just a relaxing twelveminutewalk to the village centre.
Make the journey across the southern alps on the tranzalpine railway from christchurch to greymouth, surrounded by stunning landscapes as you travel on one of the worlds most scenic rail routes. Both are absolutely incredible spaces to stay, with mind blowing scenery in all directions, the mountains, native bush and ocean it was truly a magic weekend. Akaroa on the beach is located in the glen, one of the most sought after locations for akaroa accommodation. Tranzalpine train the great journeys of new zealand. The best day trips from christchurch to akaroa 2020 with. Tranzalpine train christchurch 2020 all you need to. Book instantly online with bachcares realtime availability. This website helps visitors connect with providers of great new zealand tourism experiences. View top vacation itineraries and exciting shore excursions. The bach is a great place for a laidback bite to eat with burgers, pizzas, sandwiches, and cakes. Christchurch day tours arthurs pass with tranzalpine train. The wharf akaroa, seafood restaurant, bar and accommodation.
From christchurch on the east coast to greymouth on the west coast, this almost 5hour trip serves up endless photo opportunities as. Tranzalpine train christchurch to greymouth nz experience oz. On your way back to christchurch, you a chance to visit barrys bay traditional cheese and try some exquisite new zealand cheese. Akaroa holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches and. Discover 1 holiday homes to book online for your akaroa, christchurch holiday. Christchurch to greymouth train service rail new zealand. The 10 best things to do in akaroa 2020 with photos. Silostay lies in little river, just 30 minutes from akaroa and 45 minutes from christchurch. The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a tv and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a. Akaroa and banks peninsula baches, beach houses and bungalows directory. But as they say, its just as much about the journey as it is the destination.
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