Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch
Overview
This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and into the Southern Alps. Mountain lakes and wide braided rivers pass through ancient glacial valleys. After about 2.5 hours we reach Arthurs Pass National Park and its beech forests. We drive to the top of the pass and divide looking over into the rainforests of the West Coast, then stop in AP village here for lunch.Time permitting we have a quick tour of Christchurch on the return trip and a short stroll at Castle Hill.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
The cruise ship is in the customs secure area in Lyttelton Harbour and so you have to catch the free Lyttelton Shuttle shipside and get off at the Norwich Quay Bus Stop just through the security gates..a 5 min trip....look for a sign with your name on it.
What To Expect
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Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Christchurch Botanic Gardens (pass by)
Castle Hill
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Arthur's Pass Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arthur's Pass National Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bealey Hotel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cave Stream Scenic Reserve (pass by)
Canterbury Region
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-151856P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
