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Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch

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About This Experience

A 13-hour small-group day with pickup from central Christchurch hotels, via Geraldine, Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki to the Tasman Glacier walk, with lunch, snacks and Wi-Fi on board.

The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.

In the Operator's Own Words

  • Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook National Park
  • Enjoy a 100% dedicated tour with no passenger-transfer waits
  • Enjoy included lunch without the stress of planning it
  • Take a hike to discover New Zealand's longest glacier and icebergs
  • Visit the stunning Lake Tekapo and discover the Church of Good Shepherd

What's Included

  • ✓ Professional guide and commentary
  • ✓ Small-group tour: 100% dedicated tour. No waiting for passenger transfers like other group tours
  • ✓ Lunch: Please inform us of your meal preference (Chicken or Vegetarian) at the time of booking. You can add this in the special requirements section or message us directly after booking
  • ✓ Bottled water and light snacks
  • ✓ Wi-Fi on board
  • ✓ Pickup and drop-off from selected central Christchurch hotels
  • ✓ Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • ✓ Guided tour (except for walks in Mount Cook National Park)

Not Included

  • Walks in Mount Cook National Park are not guided

Good to Know

  • 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
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The tour is fully guided except for the walks in Mount Cook National Park
  • A small amount of walking is involved
  • Exact pickup time will be confirmed via email a day prior to the tour
  • You will have approximately 2.5 hours of free time in Mount Cook to savor lunch and enjoy a scenic walk in the national park
  • This tour is 13 hours plus with pickup and drop-off