Lago di Tekapofrom Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

4.1(72 reviews)
11hFree cancellation

Description

Venture out on a one-way sightseeing tour from Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook and experience the splendour of the NZ Southern Alps. Enjoy the spectacular sights of the glacier-fed Lake Tekapo, farmland of the Canterbury Plains and New Zealand's tallest mountain Aoraki (Mt Cook), situated in a national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the grandeur of New Zealand's highest mountain on a day tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook, ending in Queenstown.

Highlights

  • Full-day Tours
  • Short term availability
  • Audio Guides
  • Bus Tours
  • Weather Dependent - Low
  • Private and Luxury
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Best Conversion

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Audio guide

Tedesco, CMN, Giapponese, Spagnolo

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Modern air-conditioned coach with free WiFi
  • Restroom on board
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local driver guide

Not included

  • Scenic Flight
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Geraldine is a popular little town for arts and crafts and m

    Geraldine is a popular little town for arts and crafts and market days and has a reputation as a home for gifted artists and talented people such as Austen Deans and John Badcock who have their studios in the township. There are edible creations as well such as the local Geraldine cheese maker, chocolatier and the internationally recognised Barkers fruit products all have outlets in the town. We stop at the Kiwi Country Visitor centre for a morning tea break along with a comfort stop

    30 min
  2. 2

    The majestic setting of the Church of the Good Shepherd attr

    The majestic setting of the Church of the Good Shepherd attracts visitors from all over the world. We encourage you to take a few quiet minutes to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the lake and mountains; in our opinion it is God's greatest cathedral.

    15 min
  3. 3

    Lake Tekapo the mountain ranges to the front are the Ben Oha

    Lake Tekapo the mountain ranges to the front are the Ben Ohau Ranges and the Southern Alps. Lake Tekapo is fed by the Godley Glacier and the Macauley River, which explains the turquoise colour of the lake from the glacial effect. Great stop for photos of the area.

    15 min
  4. 4

    We are now entering the Mt Cook National Park, one of 14 Nat

    We are now entering the Mt Cook National Park, one of 14 National Parks in New Zealand. The area of the park is 70,696 hectares and has the highest mountains and largest glaciers in New Zealand it was established as a National Park in 1953. The Maori name for Mt Cook is Aoraki which means ‘Sky Piercer’. It is a rugged land of ice and rock with 19 mountain peaks over 3,000 metres including Mt Cook which is 3,753 metres the highest mountain in New Zealand, however, Mt Cook used to be 3,763 metres.

    1h 40min
  5. 5

    Cafe rest stop with espresso coffee, homemade food. Free Wif

    Cafe rest stop with espresso coffee, homemade food. Free Wifi is also available.

    25 min

Meeting point

Outside Bus Interchange on 72 Lichfield St, Near Colombo Street

Useful information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Each traveler is allowed 2 Bags weighing no more than 20kg each and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • Tour is a total of 11 hours in total
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Athol Street, car park and bus depot

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Bambino0-14 anni
    289
  • Adulto15-99 anni
    385

Review distribution

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    10
  • 2
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  • 1
    6

Available options

  • Christchurch to Queenstown

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