WEST COAST NEW ZEALAND - 6 Day Self-Drive Tours Tranz-Alpine Train Included - KIWI TRAVEL CLUB
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WEST COAST
NEW ZEALAND
6 Day Self-Drive Tours
Tranz-Alpine Train Included
Tour Operates: October - March
Christchurch – Greymouth
or
Greymouth – Christchurch
KIWI TRAVEL CLUB
PHONE 0800 895 194 - WWW.KIWITRAVELCLUB.CO.NZ – INFO@KTCTOURS.COM
WEST COAST – NEW ZEALAND
6 DAY SELF-DRIVE TOURS
Christchurch – Greymouth or Greymouth – Christchurch
Includes Travel on Tranz-Alpine Train
TOUR OVERVIEW THE WEST COAST EXPERIENCE
This 6-day, 350 km independent self-drive tour is easy
paced with regular stopovers providing ample The South Island West Coast has always had a
opportunity for sightseeing and relaxation. Included is special place in the heart of New Zealanders. In
travel on the Tranz-Alpine train from Christchurch or part this stems from its liberal hotel trading hours
Greymouth, rental car with unlimited miles, during the six o’clock closing era. It was, and still
hotel/motel accommodation and detailed tour notes is, a place where locals and visitors can mix,
enabling you to experience most of the major mingle, and socialise. It all started back in the
attractions along the way. 1800’s with the lure of gold as immigrants from all
round the world arrived to make their fortune in
the West Coast rivers. These days, while mining
TOUR STYLE KTC tours feature easy paced
(Coal and Gold), are still important, it is other
itineraries and a mix of organised activity and free time
industries like forestry and fishing attracting that
to do your own thing. Our aim is to provide tours that
special type of person to “The Coast”. Nestled on
are both affordable and offer good value for money.
what is a narrow strip of land between the ocean
Your tour fee includes comfortable accommodation in
and mountains the South Island West Coast has
3 & 4 -star motels and hotels. Most motels have
that feeling of untamed natural wilderness. A
kitchen facilities, or you can dine out at one of the
great place to explore and take some time to
growing number of West Coast restaurants, cafes,
“smell the roses”
and bistros. Your detailed trip notes provide driving
instructions and information on must see attractions.
VEHICLE OPTIONS Tour pricing is based on a
ABOUT KIWI TRAVEL CLUB
Toyota Corolla or similar rental car. For a small extra
charge, an upgrade to a Toyota Camry or similar is
available. The Corolla is ideal for two persons but Kiwi Travel Club Ltd (KTC) was established in
groups of three or four may be more comfortable in 2003 by New Zealand couple Athol and Diane
the larger Camry. We can also offer 7-12-seater Greentree.
passenger vans suitable for family groups. Included is
unlimited mileage, drop fees and nil excess insurance TOUR ORGANISERS
A credit card bond is required and special terms may For over 10 years Athol and Diane have been
apply for younger drivers. making dreams come true organising escorted
group and independent tours in Australia, USA,
CHRISTCHURCH TRANSFERS For those Canada, and Mexico. Feel free to phone or email
joining the tour at Christchurch included is an airport Athol or Diane for information on this or any other
transfer to your hotel on arrival in Christchurch and KTC Tour.
from your tour hotel to the train station. For those
traveling from Greymouth, transfers from the train NZ 0800 895 194 or
station to our tour hotel and to the airport are included. INTERNATIONAL +64 4 9346721
Or email us at info@ktctours.com
TRANZ-ALPINE TRAIN
You can board the train at Christchurch or Greymouth.
The section, between Springfield and the township of
Arthurs Pass, is considered a masterpiece of railway
engineering and is the section for which the Tranz-
Alpine is most famed. The aqua-blue Waimakariri
River will appear and disappear out of your window
several times as the Tranz-Alpine clings and climbs
up the cliffs above. During the ascent to the high
plains of Craigieburn, there are 15 short tunnels and
four dramatic viaducts, including the 72-metre high
Staircase Viaduct. On arrival at Greymouth you will be
met by our representative with your rental car.
ITINERARY
Day 1 MEET AND GREET
We start this tour in Christchurch. On arrival you will be met
and transferred to our central city hotel. You can dine at the
hotel or at one of the many close by bars and cafes.
Day 2 CHRISTCHURCH – GREYMOUTH
ON TRANZ-ALPINE (SCENIC CLASS)
GREYMOUTH – PUNAKAIKI SELF DRIVE
This morning you will be transferred to the railway station for
your trip to Greymouth on the Tranz-Alpine. The section,
between Springfield and the township of Arthurs Pass, is
considered a masterpiece of railway engineering and is the
section for which the Tranz-Alpine is most famed. The aqua-
blue Waimakariri River will appear and disappear out of your
window several times as the Tranz-Alpine clings and climbs
up the cliffs above. During the ascent to the high plains of
Craigieburn, there are 15 short tunnels and four dramatic
viaducts, including the 72-metre high Staircase Viaduct. On
arrival at Greymouth you will be met by our representative
with your rental car. Overnight at Punakaiki.
Day 3 PUNAKAIKI – WESTPORT
This morning we recommend you start the day with a visit to
the Pancake Rocks and blowholes at Dolomite Point. The
section from Punakaiki to Westport (56 kms) has spectacular
ocean views. Take your time and enjoy the journey. For more
spectacular views and a slice of NZ history take a drive up the
hill to the site of the old coal mining town of Denniston
(30 kms) We have two nights at Westport.
Day 4 WESTPORT – STOCKTON MINE TOUR
You leave the car behind today and travel to Stockton for a
guided tour of the opencast mine provided by Bathurst
Resources and operated by Out West Tours. The tour departs
from Westport, passing through several small towns and
climbs to the Plateau, delivering an off-road adventure along
the way returning to Westport around 4:00 pm (Requires
suitable weather to operate).
Day 5 WESTPORT - GREYMOUTH VIA REEFTON
To experience a taste of old town New Zealand, take the
inland route back to Greymouth (155 km). A stop at the
Reefton Distillery and Miners Hutt is recommended. Overnight
at Greymouth or Hokitika.
DAY 6 ONWARD TRAVEL
Our self-drive tour ends at today. Return your rental car to
Hokitika airport for onward flights or you can take the train
back to Christchurch
Tour also available from Hokitika or Greymouth.
At
WEST COAST SELF-DRIVE TOUR INFORMATION
HOW TO BOOK: Only limited places available – You can
book online or email us for a booking form. If space is Tour Dates:
available, we will email a provisional booking invoice.
Full payment is required within 7- days Payments can be The tour and the Tranz-Alpine
made at any Kiwi Bank Branch or by internet banking. train operate October – March
Credit card payments incur a 2.9% processing fee. Sorry Enquire for schedule – Tour may
we do not accept cheques.
not be available major holidays
AIR FARES: These are additional. We can book these for and events.
you using the best available fare or you can make your
own flight arrangements. Tour Price (Per Person)
RENTAL VEHICLE: The tour price includes unlimited
kms, nil excess vehicle insurance, extra driver and drop Toyota Corolla or similar
fees. The vehicle will be supplied with a full tank and is to One Twin Room
be retuned full. A credit card bond is required. Drivers Twin Share: $984 per person
should be over 21 years and a full licence is required.
Triple Share: $756 per person
TRANSFERS: A meet and greet service is included at
Christchurch and Greymouth airports as is transfer Toyota Camry or similar
to/from the Tranz-Alpine train at Christchurch. Two Twin Rooms
EXTRA COSTS: You will need to allow for items and Quad Share: $893 per person
extras not included in the tour cost. The motels we use on
tour have kitchen facilities allowing you to purchase food
from supermarkets. If you eat dinner mostly at
restaurant’s you would need to allow $25 - $30 a meal Accommodation:
(say $100- $150). For lunch at a café allow $15 - $20 Tour price includes twin share accommodation
(Say $60 -$80). Most travellers also enjoy a night or two at the Christchurch central city Ibis hotel or
on the town at one of the nearby pubs. All up we suggest similar and motel or Hotel accommodation as
you allow $250 - $300 plus an extra allowance for gifts, per itinerary.
souvenirs, and personal items.
Meals:
COVID 19 CANCELLATION POLICY Should the tour be Most tour hotels/motels offer breakfasts at
impacted by Covid 19 restrictions we will reschedule the participants own cost. Your tour notes provide
tour to another date. If we are unable to reschedule, or information on restaurants, bars, and cafes
the participant is unable to join the tour on the new dates, located a short distance from the hotel/motel.
we will refund all money paid less supplier cancellation The Tranz-Alpine train has a café car serving a
fees (If any). This policy only applies to Covid 19 range of reasonably priced meals and snacks.
cancellations. If you cancel for any other reason our
standard cancellation policy applies. Included Activities:
Day tours, transport and transfers to other
STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY: Prior to final activities as listed in the itinerary:
payment – Loss of deposit if you change your mind or • Tranz-Alpine train Christchurch –
cancel - After final payment – Up to 100% of tour cost. Greymouth or Greymouth –
Refunds are subject to supplier cancellation terms and Christchurch
conditions; processing and penalty fees may be payable. • Open cast mine tour
KTC tour fees and charges are non-refundable. (subject • Christchurch airport and train Transfers
to and not intended to limit your rights under the • Detailed tour notes and driving
Consumer Guarantees Act and Fair-Trading Act) instructions
BOOKING TERMS: Participation is subject to our and our
supplier’s standard terms and conditions as shown in the
participation agreement. All prices are subject to change ITEMS NOT INCLUDED:
without notice and can only be confirmed with a firm Airfares are not included in the tour
booking. price, tips, personal expenditure, and
meals not listed as included in the
itinerary.
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