Private Arthur's Pass Scenic Drive.
into the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps
Private Arthur's Pass Scenic Drive.
into the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps
This is a Private Tour.
Your party will have exclusive use of a luxury SUV, along with a dedicated Canterbury Trails Guide for the day.
Arthur's Pass National Park: An Insider's Journey with a Passionate Guide
Embark on an unforgettable private tour through the stunning landscapes of the Canterbury Plains to the breathtaking Arthur’s Pass National Park.
Our passionate and knowledgeable local guide will lead you on an immersive journey, sharing their expertise and love for this pristine wilderness.
Travel in style
In one of of of our luxury vehicle, as your guide regales you with fascinating stories and insights about the region's unique flora, fauna, and history.
We'll make scenic stops along the way to capture breathtaking photos of the rugged mountain ranges of the Southern Alps, the lush valleys, and the expansive Canterbury Plains.
Upon arrival at Arthur's Pass village...
take in the mesmerising views before delving deeper into the national park.
Your guide will lead you on a series of short walks, tailored to your group's interests and abilities, through ancient beech forests, alongside crystal-clear rivers, and to stunning viewpoints that showcase the area's natural wonders.
After working up an appetite, indulge in a delicious lunch at a local café, soaking in the picturesque surroundings while your guide shares captivating tales of the region's rich past.
Conclude your journey....
with a leisurely drive back to Christchurch, traversing the sub-alpine beauty of Porter's Pass and the idyllic Canterbury Plains.
Your guide will ensure you make the most of every photo opportunity, capturing the essence of this remarkable landscape.
This personalised small-group tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Arthur's Pass National Park through the eyes of a local expert. With their passion for the region and dedication to providing an unforgettable experience, your guide will make this journey truly special.
Tour Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up
- Exclusive private tour
- Travel by luxury vehicle
- Picnic style morning or afternoon tea (if weather permits).
- Your guide will select appropriate walks for both fitness levels and weather conditions.
- Cafe lunch in Arthurs Pass.
- Fully escorted tour with local knowledgeable guide.
- Hotel Drop off
Departure time: 8:30 am
Return: Approx. 5-5.30 pm.
Tour Code: PRI AP01
Good to know
Suits Anyone who would love the Southern Alps and the beech forest at their own pace, from couples to families and older travellers. Walks are short and optional, chosen on the day for you and the weather. Arthur's Pass is about two hours west of Christchurch by road, so this is a full day out.
Included Your own vehicle and driver-guide for the day, pickup and drop-off at your Christchurch accommodation, short guided walks, and lunch at a café in Arthur's Pass. Card payments carry a 3% fee, and a public holiday surcharge of NZ$70 per person applies on New Zealand public holidays (NZ$75 from Good Friday, 26 March 2027).
Pickup and times We collect you from your Christchurch accommodation at about 8:30 am, at a time we confirm with you before the day, and you are back at about 5:30 pm. As a private tour, it runs on the date you choose.
Group Private. Your party travels alone, in a luxury vehicle with your own driver-guide.
Children Welcome. Children aged 2 to 12 travel at half the adult price, and under-twos travel free. We supply every car seat free: a rear-facing capsule for babies, a harness seat for toddlers and a booster for older children. Tell us their ages when you enquire.
Travelling alone The tour is private, so it runs for a single traveller too.
Cancellation Cancel more than 7 days before the tour and there is no fee. From 7 days to 48 hours before, the fee is 50%, and within 48 hours the tour is non-refundable. The full terms are in our Terms of Service.
Bring Layers for changeable weather, with a warm top and a rain jacket, comfortable shoes with good grip (trainers are fine), sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle.
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Customer Reviews
A great day filled with beautiful vistas.
My wife and I loved the guided tour to Arthur's Pass! New Zealand has seemingly endless mountain views and all the wonderful streams, waterfalls, forests and lakes to go with them. We really liked our guide Dave who knew lots of cool places to take us with unique sights and had lots of facts and stories about them all. In addition, he answered all kinds of questions we had on New Zealand in general and really gave us a taste of what life is like in this beautiful country. So in addition to a great day of hikes he helped us connect the day with the other areas we had been to on our trip..
Wonderful tour.
The tour was outstanding, we had great tour guides for the duration and was a very enjoyable day. There was an issue with the train but the tour guides took care of everything immediately and ensured we enjoyed our tour. Beautiful country side and the scenery was amazing.
Our tour guides expertise and passion made the trip special!
Great experience! We learned and saw so much! It is hard not to fall in love with the beauty
of New Zealand and the warmth of its people!An amazing trip!
As a kiwi I highly recommend Canterbury Trails and the Trans alpine rail trip
Joko was amazing and made us all feel safe and very informative
Catering for all of our needs
Amazing
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