- 3 nights at the 5-star Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Short break
Premium glacier escape
Christchurch Franz Josef
A premium escape through the Southern Alps to Franz Josef’s spectacular glaciers.
A luxury four-day journey from Christchurch to Franz Josef, featuring the TranzAlpine Scenic Plus dining experience, a scenic helicopter flight over the Southern Alps and glaciers, and an exclusive encounter with New Zealand’s rarest kiwi.
Highlights
- Soar above the Southern Alps to Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, landing in the snow for an unforgettable alpine experience
- Savour the flavours of Aotearoa with the TranzAlpine Scenic Plus dining experience
- Encounter New Zealand’s rarest kiwi bird through an exclusive wildlife experience
- Soak in the dramatic scenery and vivid blue waters of Hokitika Gorge
- Relax in natural luxury at the 5-star Te Waonui Forest Retreat
What's included
Accommodation
Meals
- TranzAlpine Scenic Plus dining experience
- Degustation meal at Canopy Restaurant
- 1 dinner
- 3 breakfasts
Activities
- 40-minute scenic heli-tour of Fox & Franz Josef glaciers, Mt Cook & Mt Tasman including snow landing
- Tour of Hokitika Gorge
- West Coast Tree Top Walkway
- Wildlife encounter at West Coast Wildlife Centre
- Westland Wonderland experience at Franz Josef Cinema
Transport
- Journey aboard the world-renowned TranzAlpine train
- West Coast transfers
Price per person - twin share
Itinerary
Discover the West Coast
From idyllic lakes to geological wonders, discover why New Zealand's West Coast is such a spectacular place to visit: