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A stone church by a lake with mountains in the background. 1
A river flowing through a rocky valley with snow-capped mountains in the background. 2
A lavender field with a dirt path. 3
A stone building with a sloped roof, a lake, and snow-capped mountains in the background. 4
A stone path leading to a lake with purple and pink flowers. 5
By NZSI Tours & Travel

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$202 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 13h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Travel in a group tour from Christchurch, on a day trip to Aoraki Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo and admire stunning alpine views from turquoise coloured Lake Pukaki. Savour a scrumptious lunch at the Hermitage Hotel (POA) located in Mt. Cook National Park and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier. Visit the turquoise coloured lakes of glacial melt and snow capped mountains.

Activity location

  • Christchurch
    • Christchurch, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Christchurch Bus Interchange
    • Colombo Street
    • 8011, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Mount Cook Tour

  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Duration: 13 hours
Water
Mini Van or Mini Bus
Lunch break Mt cook: 45min break in Mt Cook National park for lunch ( lunch not included/poa).
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 AM
Price details
AU$201.90 x 1 AdultAU$201.90
Total
Price is AU$201.90
Until Thu, 17 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    WiFi on board
  • Inclusions
    Fully guided tour except the walks.
  • Inclusions
    Bottle water and light snacks
  • Inclusions
    Transport by air-conditioned late model Minivan or Minibus.
  • Inclusions
    Please note: Bookings from 1 October onwards feature an adjusted price that includes Pack Lunch; bookings before this date are lower-priced and do not include lunch.
  • Inclusions
    Professional Guide and Commentary
  • Inclusions
    Pickup and drop-off from selected Central Christchurch Hotels.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Unlike typical small tour groups from Christchurch to Mt Cook, we run strictly 100% dedicated tours only. There is absolutely no waiting around for en-route transferring passengers along the way.
    • Approximately 2.5 hrs of free time in Mount Cook National Park for lunch, enjoy a scenic walk or your preferred activity.
    • Fully guided tour except the walks in the Mt Cook National Park.
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
    • A small amount of walking is involved so wear comfortable walking shoes.

Activity itinerary

Christchurch

  • 5m
Pickup from your accommodation will take place between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. The exact pickup time will be confirmed via email one day before your travel date.

Geraldine

  • 10m
Set at the heart of the Canterbury region at the foot of the Southern Alps, Geraldine is the gateway to the lakes in the central Mackenzie Basin and the beginning of the Starlight Highway to Tekapo's world renowned UNESCO Aoraki McKenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Geraldine a scheduled rest stop with full facilities and a chance to move around.

Lake Tekapo

  • 30m
Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog.

Lake Pukaki

  • 15m
Lake Pukaki is a shimmering blue jewel set into a grand alpine playground - an iconic New Zealand landscape of high mountain peaks, glacier fed alpine lakes and golden tussocks stretched beneath an endless sky. Sir Peter Jackson chose this part of the Southern Alps - the main divide stretching north-south the length of New Zealand's South Island - as the setting for ‘Lake-town’ in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

  • 45m
Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park where you can savour a scrumptious lunch at Hermitage Hotel and explore Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.

Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
At around 27 km long, the Tasman Glacier is the longest glacier in New Zealand. This hike require moderate fitness and is approximately a 60 min return hike. There are good views of the Tasman Glacier and terminal lake, icebergs and the mountains at the head of the valley.

Christchurch

  • 5m
Drop off at your accommodation at around 8pm.

Location

Activity location

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    Christchurch
    • Christchurch, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Christchurch Bus Interchange
    • Colombo Street
    • 8011, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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