Mt Cook to Christchurch Scenic Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Breathtaking views of Lake Tekapo
- Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Explore the Mackenzie Basin
- Scenic drive through the Southern Alps
- Comfortable small group experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Comfortable transportation
- Professional driver-guide
- Scenic stops at Lake Tekapo and other landmarks
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Depart Mt Cook Village with a final chance to capture incredible shots of Aoraki, New Zealand’s highest peak at 3724 metres.
Pass by: Travel along one of the country’s most scenic roads as the dazzling turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki appear before you.
Welcome to the beautiful Tekapo! This turquoise blue lake is famous world over for its pristine beauty. We have a short time here but long enough to get those Instagram breaking photos explore the Church of the Good Shepard and see the Mackenzie dog before starting to head towards Christchurch.
Pass by: Sadly our journey must come to an end as we arrive in the vibrant city of Christchurch, the Garden City! We will drop you off at a central hotel or drop off point and hope that you enjoy your stay here
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; please ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the season.
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted on this tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and landmarks along the route.
- Ensure you have a valid form of identification for check-in purposes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can hire seats ($20NZD per seat) or you can provide your own
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
Traveler reviews
Remarkable Views
It was a good tour. We were able to take great photos. Cheeky Kiwi was the operator. They were so helpful. I had 2 separate tours. One from Queenstown to Mt Cook and Mt Cook to Christchurch the following day. We realized there were no AirBnB in Mt Cook so we needed to change our plans to go to Christchurch that same day. Millie was so helpful. She was able to make arrangements between 3 buses to get is there. So shouoit to her, Hanna, and Natalie. The only minus would be a small bus. It was uncomfortable. But I understand since the tour was a small group.
Good day
Grant is an excellent guide.His local knowledge and life experience creates a safe and informative experience .Thank you
Comfortable transfer with informative driver
The vehicle was comfortable and we were on track with time without at all feeling rushed. We had a lot of stops to iconic places for photo ops, plus some stops for snacks/toilet breaks. The driver was a former teacher and geologist, so I enjoyed hearing a different kind of spiel about New Zealand, and had a lot of fun asking about geology facts too.
Trip T,o Mount Cook
An excellent tour to Mount Cook and return. Our guide and driver Phil Blackwood was great and went out of his way to ensure that we were able to see as many sites as we could. He is great ambassador for your company
Great tour with amazing tour guide
Tour was excellent. Everything was great, flexible and weather was gorgeous. Tour guide was amazing, she definitely deserves a pay raise.