Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

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Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

2 Adults x $174.51

$349.02

Approx Total

$349.02

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
WiFi on board
Pre packed lunch is included from Fairlie Bakehouse
Air-conditioned vehicle
Eco friendly bottled water is supplied
Pick up and Drop off
Doc concession
Local snacks are included onboard throughout the day. Get the full kiwi expereince

Activities such as helicopter and boat trips
This tour is not recommended for infants
The walks are not guided

Overview

Escape the Garden City for a day trip that’ll blow your socks off! Our Mt Cook, Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Day Tour from Christchurch allows you to adventure through the best of the Mackenzie Country, without any of the admin. We want you to SEE MORE, DO MORE and SPEND LESS! You’ll travel in a carbon-neutral vehicle that doesn’t skimp on modern needs (think full air-conditioning, USB chargers and WiFi!) whilst exploring Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, the Ben Ohau Range and the sites from Lord of the Rings. We know all of this adventuring will make you hungry, so we’ve included lunch at the historic Hermitage Hotel. Don’t let the jaw-dropping views distract you from your epic local eats! We’ll head back to where we began in Christchurch after a day of seeing the best of the best, allowing you to continue off on your adventures, wherever they may take you! Get amongst this 100% Kiwi As experience - we can’t wait to have you on board. PLEASE NOTE: This tour is 13.5hrs long and not flexible

Pickup points

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BreakFree On Cashel Christchurch 165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Christchurch City Hotel 699 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Crowne Plaza Christchurch, an IHG hotel 764 Colombo Street, Armagh St., Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Distinction Christchurch Hotel 14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Fino Hotel & Suites 87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Hotel Give 12 Hereford Street, Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Rydges Latimer Christchurch 30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011
Scenic Hotel Cotswold 88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8014
Sudima Christchurch City 47 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
The George Christchurch 50 Park Terrace, , Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8013
Urbanz 273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ, 8011

Pickup details

For a smooth pick-up process please be waiting at your selected pick-up location at least 5 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. Your vehicle may be delayed due to previous pickups. Please be patient and wait 10 minutes before calling the office. Our drivers cannot wait for late customers. No ... show / late customers will not be refunded. We only pick up from locations that have a pickup noted. Please make sure you have let us know your pickup location. For hotel pickups please be waiting at or Infront of reception. Pick up times are as follows 6:18 Sudima City 6:20 Crowne Plaza 6:23 Distinctinction Christchurch 6:24 Christchurch City Hotel 6:25 Bus Interchange Intercity Stop (Litchfield Street) 6:27 Breakfree 6:29 Rydges 6:31 Urbanz 6:33 Fino 6:35 The George 6:37 Hotel Give Read more ▼

Meeting points

Please wait ready for collection at the bus stop on Lichfield Street outside the bus exchange. If you put Christchurch Bus Interchange intercity stop into google maps this will give you the correct location. Pick up time is at 06:25am

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Christchurch (Pass By)

We'll kick things off in the Garden City - don't worry, we're quickly on the road to see the best of the Mackenzie Country.
Geraldine (Pass By)

After a relaxing journey from Christchurch, we're slowing things down for a stop in the beautiful little town of Geraldine.
Fairlie

Famous for its bakehouse, Fairlie is our gateway to the Mackenzie Country. It is now time to wake as breathtaking scenery is around every corner!

10 minutes
Lake Tekapo (Pass By)

The bus will go silent as we round the corner for the first sighting of Lake Tekapo. This view won't disappoint - not long until we stop now!
The Church of the Good Shepherd

Our first stop! Take a look of this beautiful little church with the best view in the world. Perfect time for a couple of Instagram shots to prove you are really in New Zealand- after all, it is easily the most photographed church in the country!

15 minutes
Lake Pukaki

You thought Lake Tekapo was the most beautiful lake you have ever seen - just wait for it! Lake Pukaki will take your breath away. Don't worry, we will stop at different location for you to enjoy its beauty!

5 minutes
Mt. Cook Village

And here we are - the beautiful Mt Cook! It's time for you to decide how you would like to spend your day- walk the stunning Hooker Valley or Tasman Glacier track, or check out the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center.

5 minutes
Hooker Valley Track

This 3 hour walk won't disappoint - enjoy the amazing view and listen to the glaciers cracking.as you walk to the glacier lake at Mt Cook! PLEASE NOTE: This is one option on how you can spend your time while at Mt Cook on this tour. If delays occur during your tour you may not be able to complete the whole track. YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE WHOLE TRACK WHILE ON THE TOUR

5 minutes
Tasman Glacier

The best glacier in New Zealand. Enjoy the 1 hour easy-going walk - don't forget your camera! (Glacier is in distance behind a lake) PLEASE NOTE: This is one option on how you can spend your time while at Mt Cook on this tour. If delays occur during your tour you may not be able to complete the whole track.

5 minutes
Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

If walking is not your thing, then this educational centre is worth a look. Check out the movies that play on a schedule! PLEASE NOTE: This is one option on how you can spend your time while at Mt Cook on this tour. Due to legal time restraints its impossible to do all

5 minutes
Mt. Cook Village

Lunchtime! The view here is one of a kind. You won't want to leave, but there's more to be seen!

30 minutes
Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo -We stop briefly to use the toilets and you can hopefully catch a gorgeous sunset photo of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shephard.

5 minutes
N/A (Pass By)

As we trek back to Christchurch, we'll make a few stops to stretch the legs and relieve ourselves. This is where our journey together ends - til next time!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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