Tour Overview:
Travel from Christchurch to Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Enjoy breathtaking scenery en route, including Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd before arriving at the Hermitage Hotel in Mount Cook Village. You'll have time for lunch and a scenic walk through the national park, including a visit to the Tasman Glacier and the Hooker Valley Track. Ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Duration: 12 hours
Note: 10 hours service per day. $130NZD per hour for overtime fee
Vehicle: Toyota Prius, Alpha, Toyota Alphard, Toyota Hiace, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Mini Bus
Guide: German, Chinese, French, Japanese, English, Korean & Hindi Speakers
Tour Highlights:
- Mt Cook National Park
- Tasman Glacier
- Lake Pukaki
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Lake Tekapo
- Scenic walking tracks including Hooker Valley
- 3 hours of free time in Mt. Cook National Park
Confirmation received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Moderate walking involved
What's Included:
- Professional Driver
- Specialized Guide
- Private Transport
- Clean and comfortable vehicle
- Meet & Greet
- Food
- Tickets
- Activities
Detailed Itinerary:
⚠️ Note: Activities are not included in the tour price. Entry fees and tickets for attractions are additional costs.
Pickup from Hotel or Preferred Location
6:30 AM
Start your journey with pickup from Hotel or Preferred Location or a nearby location.
Geraldine
8:30 AM
A short 10-minute rest stop in the quaint town of Geraldine.
Fairlie
9:15 AM
Stop for 20 minutes to stretch and enjoy the alpine town of Fairlie.
Lake Tekapo
10:00 AM
Explore the turquoise Lake Tekapo and visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd.
Lake Pukaki
11:00 AM
Stop at Lake Pukaki for stunning photo ops of Aoraki/Mount Cook in the distance.
Tasman Glacier
12:00 PM
Walk to the glacier viewpoint and marvel at New Zealand’s longest glacier.
Hooker Valley Track
1:00 PM
Enjoy a short hike on the scenic Hooker Valley Track, known for its swing bridges and views.
Mt. Cook Village & Hermitage Hotel
2:00 PM
Free time in the village for lunch and relaxation with breathtaking alpine views.
Lake Tekapo (Return Stop)
4:00 PM
Quick stop again at Lake Tekapo for final photos and refreshments.
Geraldine (Return Stop)
5:30 PM
Last 10-minute rest break before heading back to Christchurch.
Return to Starting Point
7:30 PM
We'll return you to your original pickup point in Christchurch.
Starting from $1209 for up to 4 persons
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Booking Fee: FREE
Total: $1209 (4 adults) maximum 11 seats ($325 per extra person)
Child Seats - $30 each (Optional) - -0+ Children 0+ - 13yrs
Free cancellation available and a Secure booking process