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Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

4.7 (100 reviews) 3.25 to 6.25 hrs
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Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

About this activity

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring, windblown sea meets enormous bush-clad mountains.

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At a glance

Duration
3.25 to 6.25 hrs
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–10
Audio guide
Chinese, English
Operated by
Great Journeys New Zealand

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: One way Rail Journey
  • Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: GPS-triggered audio commentary

Not included

  • Not included: Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
  • Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Not included: Food and drinks (available to purchase)
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Coastal Pacific Train

  2. Great Journeys New Zealand

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass. Please have your Viator Voucher ready for inspection.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel You get back
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if travelling with a wheelchair

  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass

Options

  • Scenic Plus

    Scenic Plus

    Includes Food and beverage

  • Scenic

    Christchurch to Picton: 5.5 hour train journey from Christchurch to Picton

Traveller ratings

4.7 out of 5 · 100 reviews
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Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

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