Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
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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 colored Lake Pukaki. Savor a scrumptious pack lunch at the 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.
Your experience
Stop 1
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.
Stop 2
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.
Stop 3
Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog.
Stop 4
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.
Stop 5
Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, where a packed lunch will be served in Mount Cook Village, followed by a visit to the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre.
Stop 6
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.
Stop 7
Drop off at your accommodation at around 8pm.
What’s included
- Lunch
- On-board WiFi
- Fully guided tour except the walks.
- Bottle water and light snacks
- Transport by air-conditioned late model Minivan or Minibus.
- Professional Guide and Commentary
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Central Christchurch Hotels.
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will pick you from outside FreshChoice Supermarket (located at 71 Lichfield Street) which is across the road from Bus Exchange at 6.30 am.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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