- 6 hours 30 minutes
- Hotel pickup/drop-off offered
- Offered in: English and 1 more
Overview
Experience some of the scenic highlights of the West Coast on a full-day sightseeing coach tour from Franz Josef to Wanaka.
Set off from the small village of Franz Josef, set at the edge of Franz Josef Glacier (one of the world’s most accessible glaciers), and travel through the remote and unspoiled scenery of the West Coast. Take the scenic Haast Pass through the Southern Alps, the southernmost pass between the East and West coasts of the South Island.
See the clear and pristine waters of Lake Hawea as you travel east, arriving in the early afternoon in the charming lakeside town of Wanaka, a recreational paradise popular with jet boat, fishing and hiking fans as well as ski and snowboarders.
What's Included
- West Coast scenery
- Haast Pass
- South Island lakes
- Entertaining driver commentary
- Premium coach with onboard toilet and leather reclining seats
- Free WiFi and onboard USB charging docks
Itinerary
8:00 am
Depart from Franz Josef Bus Stop, Main Rd9:35 am
Morning tea stop, Paringa Salmon Farm12:50 pm
Afternoon tea stop, Makarora2:30 pm
Arrive at Log Cabin on Lakefront, Ardmore St, Wanaka
Hotel Pickup/Drop-off
Complimentary hotel pick-up / drop-off available
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation up to 2 hours in advance
Questions?
0800 744 487
International Calls: +64 9 583 5790Our contact centre is open 6.30am-8pm daily (NZDT).
Reference tour code: GSWHOWKA
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