Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

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Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

2 Adults x $700.38

$1,400.76

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$1,400.76

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Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
In-Person Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
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Overview

The journey from Christchurch to Mount Cook offers stunning scenery and unique experiences. You can take the scenic route through the Canterbury Plains, passing by beautiful lakes like Lake Tekapo, known for its turquoise waters and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd. Along the way, there are opportunities for short hikes, such as the Tekapo Spring Walk or the Hooker Valley Track at Mount Cook. You can also enjoy local attractions, like the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, perfect for stargazing. The day is filled with breathtaking landscapes, outdoor activities, and a chance to appreciate the stunning natural beauty of New Zealand.

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123 Motel 23 Peverel Street, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
136 On Bealey Motel 136 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
162 Kings of Riccarton Motel 162 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
166 Majestic Court Motel 166 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
2 On Whiteleigh & 239 On Lincoln Motel 2 Whiteleigh Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 08024
298 Westside Motor Lodge 298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
306 Motel Apartments 306 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
311 Motel Riccarton 311 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
63 at Cranford Motel 67 Cranford Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8054
AAA Northlands Motel 232 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Aalton Motel 19 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Aarburg Airport Motel 94-98 Roydvale Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Abbella Lodge Motel 194 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Abbey Motor Lodge 209 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Academy Motor Lodge 62 Creyke Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Achilles Motel 118 Sherborne Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Addington Court Motel 197 Lincoln Road, Cnr Lincoln Rd & Twigger Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8024
Addington Stadium Motel 67 Lincoln Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8024
Adina Heritage Christchurch 28 - 30 Cathedral Square, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Adleburgh Homestay 12 Holly Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Admiral Motel 168 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Adorian Motel 347 Worcester Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8062
Airport Birches Motel 390 Yaldhurst Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Airport Christchurch Luxury Motel & Apartments 55 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Airport Delta Motel 61 Roydvale Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge 45 Roydvale Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Airport Lodge Motel 105 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Airport Palms Motel 56 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Airways Motel 5 Dinton Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Alcala Motor Lodge 100 Sherborne Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Alexandra Court Motel 960 Colombo Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Alglenn Motel 59 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Aloha Motel 68 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Amalfi Motor Lodge 68 Main South Road, Sockburn, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Amross Court Motor Lodge 61 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Annabelle Court Motel 42 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Aotea Motel 302 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Apollo Motel Christchurch 288 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Arcadia Motel 564 Ferry Road, Woolston, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8023
Arden Hotel 840 - 848 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Arena Motel 30 Whiteleigh Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8024
Argyle on the Park motel 145 Deans Avenue, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Arthur's Court Motor Lodge 110 Sherborne Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Ashford Motor Lodge 35 Papanui Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Ashleigh Court Motel 47 Matai Street West, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Asure Christchurch Classic Motel & Apartments 280 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
At The Right Place 85 - 87 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Athena Motel 160 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Avalon Accommodation 301 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Avon City Motel 402 Main North Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Avonhead Garden Motel 168 Yaldhurst Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Azena Motel 12 Cranford Street, St Albans, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Bealey Avenue Motel 229 Bealey Avenue, City, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Bealey Quarter - The Studios 263 Bealey Avenue, The Bealey Quarter, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Bella Vista Motel & Apartments 193 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Bellano Motel Suites 77 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Belle Bonne Motel 95 Yaldhurst Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Belmont Motor Inn 172 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Best Western Alpine Hotel 8 Yaldhurst Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Bloomfield House 146 Bridle Path Road, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8002
BreakFree On Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Burford Manor 3 Lucknow Place, Cashmere, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8022
Bush Inn Court Motel 45 Main South Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Camelot Motor Lodge 28 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Carnmore Hagley Park 22 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Carnmore Hagley Park 22 Ricarton Road, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Cashel Court Motel 457 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Casino Court Motor Lodge 76 Papanui Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
CentrePoint on Colombo Motel 859 Colombo Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton 189 Dean Avenue, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Cherry Tree Lodge 12 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Christchurch City Hotel 699 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Christchurch Intl Airport Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
Christchurch Motel 252 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Christchurch Park Motel 250 Westminster St, Mairehau, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8034
City Center Hotel Flat 345 Madras Street Block B, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
City Central Motel Apartments 252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
City Centre Motel 876 Colombo Street, Christchurch Centrial, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
City Worcester Motel 336 Worcester Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8062
Classique Lodge Motel 290 Blenheim Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Coachman Motel 316A Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Colombo in the City 863 Colombo Street, City Centre - closest motel to city centre, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Colonial Inn Motel 43 Papanui Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch 449 Memorial Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Country Glen Lodge 107 Bealey Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Courtesy Court Motel 33 Sherborne Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Cranford Cottages And Motel 63 Cranford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Cranford Oak Motel 116 McFaddens Road, St Albans, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8052
Crowne Plaza Christchurch, an IHG hotel 764 Colombo Street, Armagh St., Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Delago Motel Apartments 31 Papanui Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Denton Park Motel 446-448 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
Diplomat Motel 127 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Distinction Christchurch Hotel 14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Drifter Christchurch 96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Earnslaw Motel 288 Blenheim Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Econo Lodge Canterbury Court 140 Lincoln Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8024
Equestrian Hotel 6 Tower St, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8042
FYFFE On Riccarton Motor Lodge 208 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Fable Christchurch 166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Ferry Motel 330 Ferry Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Fino Hotel & Suites 87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Flag Hotel Camelot Cathedral Square 66 Cathedral Square, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8001
Garden City Motel 242 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Garden Hotel 110 Marshland Road, Shirley, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8061
Glenmore House 6 Peartree Lane, Hillsborough, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8022
Gothic Heights Motel 430 Hagley Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Hagley Park East Residence 27 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Hagley Park Motel 13 Darvel Street, (Corner Ayr Street), Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Hatfield House 207 Sparks Road, Hawthorne Park Estate, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8025
Hotel 115 Christchurch 115 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Hotel Carlton Mill 17 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection 456 Papanui Rd, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8542
Hotel Montreal 363 Montreal Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Ibis Christchurch 107 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Ilam Motel 250 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Kaiapoi on Williams Motel 16-20 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, New Zealand, NZ, 7630
Lincoln Motel 4 - 6 Maurice Street, , Lincoln, New Zealand, NZ, 7608
Lorenzo Motor Lodge 36 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
MCM Motel Christchurch 241 Bealey Avenue, Central, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Merivale Court Motel 97 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Merivale Manor 122 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Milano Motor Lodge 87 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Northcote Motor Lodge 309 Main North Road, Redwood, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Northwood Motor Lodge 170 Johns Road, Belfast, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8051
Novotel Christchurch Airport 30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square 52 Cathedral Square, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Papanui Court Motel 140 Main North Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8052
Parkview on Hagley 1 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Pavilions Hotel 42 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch Clearwater Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Quality Suites Amore 168 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments 113 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Raceway Motel 222 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8024
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City 264-266 Tuam Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Randolph Motel / Apartments 79 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch 166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Riccarton Motor Lodge 214 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Riccarton mall motel 142 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Roma on Riccarton Motel 38 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Rosewood Court Motel 85 Sherborne Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Rydges Latimer Christchurch 30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Salerno Motel Apartments 148 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Scenic Hotel Cotswold 88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Sherborne Motor Lodge 94 Sherborne Street, St Albans, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Southern Comfort Motel 53 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Ss Hotels-daffodil Motel 46-48 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Sudima Christchurch Airport 550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8053
Sudima Christchurch City 47 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Sumner Bay Motel 26 Marriner Street, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8081
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments 175 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
The Adelphi 49 Papanui Road, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
The Classic Villa 17 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
The George Christchurch 50 Park Terrace, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
The Mayfair 155 Victoria Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
The Muse Christchurch 159 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
The Parque 12 Dublin Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
The Riccarton Hotel 106 Mandeville St, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8400
Tower Junction Motor Lodge 112 Blenheim Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Tudor Court Motel 57 Bealey Avenue, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Tui Lodge Motel 286 Blenheim Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041
Tuscana Motor Lodge 74 Bealey Avenue, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Vita Nova Motel 290 Riccarton Road, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8041

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Itinerary

Geraldine

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 is the perfect place to stop for refreshments and break your journey.

20 minutes
Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo. The Church of the Good Shepherd Situated on the shores of Lake Takapo amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country.

40 minutes
Lake Pukaki

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20 minutes
Tasman Glacier

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40 minutes
Mt. Cook Village

Mount Cook village is the key entry point to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park — several short walks and overnight hikes start from the village. It's also well worth visiting for the pristine night sky, and other activities such as boat tours and heli hikes to the Tasman Glacier.

1 hour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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