Duration: 4 Days
Price: from NZ $2,259
Departure From: Christchurch
Departure Date: Flexible Dates
Tour Type: Independent Tour - Fully Flexible
Tour Operator: LOCO Journeys
Meal Plan: Meals included as per itinerary
Physical Grading: 2
ENQUIRE NOWThe TranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge Escape is designed to let you relax, unwind, and enjoy a very special off the beaten track experience.
Set within the heart of the Southern Alps, the delightful Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass offers the perfect place to rest and reconnect with nature. Arriving and departing by TranzAlpine train enhances your time away, freeing you from your daily hassles and letting you enjoy the journey as well as the destination.
If you are looking for nature experiences where you can hike without seeing another person, excellent food, and a comfortable place to sleep, then the Wilderness Lodge is for you. This was our favorite place in all of NZ.
Please contact LOCO for any pre/post travel arrangements we can help you with as part of your Arthur’s Pass TranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge escape.
Please note; the Wilderness Lodge is closed for winter, from mid May 2023 reopening for bookings from September 2023
The TranzAlpine has recently brought in two distinct service levels to their train journey. Both classes are worthy of what you pay, and both a thoroughly enjoyable way to make the most of your TranzAlpine train experience.
Glide through the heart of New Zealand’s beautiful scenery in Scenic Class carriages, with epic landscape views filling your window while you relax in your seat.
In Scenic Class you’ll experience spacious reclined seats with generous amounts of legroom and comfort, panoramic windows, glass shelves and skylights. And to heighten your comfort, state-of-the-art airbag suspension has been used to guarantee a smooth ride across our rugged New Zealand terrain.
While onboard, you might like a stroll to the Scenic Cafe carriage where you’ll find a great selection of hot and cold snacks, drinks and ice creams. Indulge in a freshly brewed specialty tea or barista coffee married with a sumptuous cake? Or perhaps toast your special journey with a bottle of bubbles?
The Scenic Cafe opens for coffee and breakfast before the train departs and continues serving throughout the day. You can take a seat in the Scenic Cafe carriage and feast upon the views whilst eating. But you are also welcome to return to your seat to dine and drink if you would prefer. The day is yours to do as you choose!
During the hot summer months, the Open-air Viewing Carriage is a great place to get some fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors while on the move. You can whittle away the hours chatting and gazing out upon spectacular scenery and wildlife. It is also that perfect place for capturing those magical views on camera.
Learn the stories of our land while you travel by plugging into the Scenic Class Audio Commentary at your seat. The commentary provides a seamless stream of stories, narratives and facts about the places outside your window and is available on all three Scenic Class services, including the Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific and TranzAlpine.
Inside the refined Scenic Plus Class carriages, it’s more than just a journey for your TranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge Escape. You’ll be treated to fresh food, captivating commentary, great hosting and spectacular views, all delivered to your seat while you ease back and enjoy the journey. There really is no better way to discover New Zealand.
At the heart of the Scenic Plus experience is the refined Scenic Plus Class carriage, with huge panoramic windows, glass shelves and skylights, bathing you in those gorgeous coastal and mountain landscapes.
With freshly prepared food inspired by the fields that glide past your window and regional wines to match, you’ll be immersed in the flavours of our land. As you admire the views our Scenic Plus hosts will recount the stories and histories of the passing landscapes and landmarks.
When you step off the train, you will have experienced some of the best New Zealand has to offer.
Your package includes a stylish Mountain View room located within the main lodge and offer generous space and comfort with stunning Southern Alps views. Each room has a private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, fresh fruit and flowers. They have either a king or a queen and single bed. An upgrade to a Alpine Lodge Room is available on request, subject to availability.
Experience nature in style at Arthur’s Pass Wilderness Lodge – it’s the New Zealand you imagined.
For a detailed itinerary of the TranzAlpine Wilderness Lodge Escape, the TranzAlpine timetable, departure days, and fare conditions, please see below.
For alternate TranzAlpine Escapes click here, and for a wider selections of South Island rail packages featuring the TranzAlpine and other rail journeys, click here
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