New Zealand · 7 days · 600 km · Loop
NZ — Coast to Coast (Christchurch to Hokitika via the TranzAlpine)
Short east-west-east traverse on the South Island. Arthur's Pass crossing, Pancake Rocks, Hokitika Gorge (turquoise), Franz Josef Glacier and back. Combine with optional TranzAlpine train for variation.
Highlights
- Castle Hill
- Arthur's Pass NP
- Pancake Rocks (Punakaiki)
- Hokitika Gorge
- Franz Josef Glacier
- TranzAlpine Train (optional)
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Christchurch → Arthur's Pass
Christchurch → Arthur's Pass · 150 km
Overnight: Arthur's Pass DOC
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Day 2
Arthur's Pass → Punakaiki
Arthur's Pass → Punakaiki · 165 km
Overnight: Punakaiki Beach Camp
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Day 3
Punakaiki → Hokitika
Punakaiki → Hokitika · 80 km
Overnight: Hokitika Holiday Park
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Day 4
Hokitika → Franz Josef
Hokitika → Franz Josef · 140 km
Overnight: Franz Josef Top 10
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Day 5
Franz Josef — heli day
Franz Josef · 30 km
Overnight: Franz Josef Top 10
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Day 6
Franz Josef → Greymouth → Christchurch
Franz Josef → Christchurch · 380 km
Overnight: Amber Park Christchurch
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Day 7
Christchurch — drop-off
Christchurch · 30 km
Recommended brands for this route
Selection based on road type and trip length. Tighter budgets — we can also quote Mighty.