Arthur's Pass - road or rail?
Feb 21st, 2007, 11:59 AM
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Arthur's Pass - road or rail?
Is the TranzAlpine train journey through Arthur's Pass better than the road trip, or are they much of a muchness? If your primary interest was scenic photography would you drive or take the train?
Feb 21st, 2007, 04:37 PM
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I have never taken the train but have taken the road. My SO is a keen photographer and I think if you drive you are more in control of when to stop and for how long. I recommend a night at the Bealey Hotel, you'll get an amazing panoramic view from the bedroom.
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Feb 23rd, 2007, 10:09 AM
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I've done both, and have to agree if you are a photographer, drive!
One of my favorite finds was Mountain House, which are cottages you can rent in Arthurs Pass village. You can rent either a room or the whole cottage. There's a living room with wood burning stove, and shared kitchen and baths. It's worth spending an overnight if you can get one of these. Oscar Haus/Wobbly Kea has great food, too.
One of my favorite finds was Mountain House, which are cottages you can rent in Arthurs Pass village. You can rent either a room or the whole cottage. There's a living room with wood burning stove, and shared kitchen and baths. It's worth spending an overnight if you can get one of these. Oscar Haus/Wobbly Kea has great food, too.
