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Christchurch to Greymouth Day Excursion

The Christchurch to Greymouth day excursion is a scenic rail journey from Christchurch to Arthurs Pass and Greymouth through the Southern Alps, from the east coast to the west coast of New Zealand's South Island.

Travelling west crossing the Canterbury Plains, the train slowly ascends through spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River towards the Southern Alps to the alpine village of Arthurs Pass for a short break before descending through the Otira Tunnel to the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island, through lush alpine beech rain forests to Greymouth - the commercial centre of the South Island's west coast.

There is a 1 hour stop at Greymouth where you can explore this town and experience west coast hospitality before your train returns to Christchurch.

The carriages on your train are centrally heated in winter and air conditioned in summer, with 'Airline' style reclining seats with head rests and 'Table' (4 people around a table) seating.

Both styles allow you to experience the amazing views through large panoramic windows,  while enjoying the company of other passengers on-board. 

There is an open air viewing carriage allowing you many opportunities to take photos of your favourite spots and a Buffet Carriage offering a range of hot/cold drinks, snacks and light meals on route. 

This train is a reserved seating 'One Class/Non-smoking' service.

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