Day trip

Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch

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Day trip
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch
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Top rated
4.850856 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.850856 out of 5 stars
409 reviews

Enjoy a small-group day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of the stunning turquoise Lake Tekapo, and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier.

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Duration 13 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup timing will be confirmed a day prior to the travel date. Pickup and drop-off are offered from selected Central Christchurch hotels: Christchurch Bus Interchange, Heritage/Distinction/Novotel Central Christchurch/Hotel 115/Quest Cathedral Junction, Crowne Plaza, The Mayfair, 155 Victoria Street, and Chateau on the Park.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Soraya – Australia

It was amazing. The tour guide was so lovely and gave us extra snacks and water. On the ride he gave us interesting facts about Christchurch and the history of it. Would really recommend this tour!

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Clive – New Zealand

The guide was very kind, attentive and knowledgeable and very experienced. He also drove the bus very responsibly. We had enough time to take in the wonderful scenery and take photographs and we were well fed with snacks and water the whole day

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    8 pickup location options:

    Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, Crowne Plaza Christchurch, an IHG Hotel, Quest Serviced Apartments, The Mayfair, Heritage Christchurch, Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton, Hotel 115, Distinction Christchurch Hotel

  • Bus/coach

    (105 minutes)

  • Geraldine

    Break time, Coffee (20 minutes)

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Lake Tekapo

    Visit, Free time (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Lake Pukaki

    Visit, Free time (15 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (45 minutes)

    Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park

    Break time, Lunch (45 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Timeline stop icon

    Tasman Glacier

    Visit, Free time, Walk, Hiking (80 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Lake Tekapo

    Break time (5 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Geraldine

    Break time (5 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (105 minutes)

  • 8 drop-off locations:

    Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton, The Mayfair, Crowne Plaza Christchurch, an IHG Hotel, Heritage Christchurch, Quest Serviced Apartments, Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square, Hotel 115, Distinction Christchurch Hotel

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Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook National Park
  • Take a hike to Discover New Zealand's longest glacier and icebergs
  • Visit the stunning Lake Tekapo and discover the Church of Good Shepherd
  • Visit Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and its alpine scenery

Full description

Experience dramatic glacier lakes, snow-capped mountains, and beautiful alpine walks on a small-group day trip from Christchurch. After pick-up from your hotel, journey to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, located a 4 hours' drive through spectacular and breathtaking landscapes.
Visit the historic town of Geraldine. Then discover the heart of Mackenzie Country, the captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog. Travel through Lake Pukaki and admire stunning views of Mt. Cook from a distance.

Enjoy a short scenic hike in the National Park to view the 23.5kms long Tasman Glacier which is the longest glacier in New Zealand before returning to Christchurch.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off from selected central Christchurch hotels
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Bottled water
  • Guided tour (except for walks in Mount Cook National Park)
  • Lunch
  • Walks in Mount Cook National Park are not guided

Select participants and date

Important information

Know before you go

  • 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
  • Pickup time may be earlier than the tour start time
  • 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

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 409 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Soraya – AustraliaMarch 10, 2025 – Verified booking
It was amazing. The tour guide was so lovely and gave us extra snacks and water. On the ride he gave us interesting facts about Christchurch and the history of it. Would really recommend this tour!
C
Clive – New ZealandFebruary 20, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide was very kind, attentive and knowledgeable and very experienced. He also drove the bus very responsibly. We had enough time to take in the wonderful scenery and take photographs and we were well fed with snacks and water the whole day
E
Etienne – CanadaFebruary 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Beautiful day, excellent ride, great spots, full satisfaction over all

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