Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour
Explore the beautiful and famous Mt. Cook National Park while traveling to Tekapo on a fully guided small group tour from Queenstown. This is a 9 hour one way tour with free time in the middle of your journey to participate in the best activities. There is no better way to see the area!
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey, and the little details that set our tours apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments, and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
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Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kawarau Suspension BridgePass-by Only
Departing Queenstown we then make our way north through the stunning Kawarau Gorge passing beautiful views. The Kawarau Suspension Bridge and the famous Roaring Meg Lookout. Time and light permitting we will stop for that first great shot of the tour.
CromwellPass-by Only
Exiting the Kawarau Gorge we enter the fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell. Passing huge fields of vines we cross Lake Dunstan and follow this striking lake towards Lindis Pass.
Lindis PassPass-by Only
Climbing in altitude, Lindis Pass has amazing views down through the valley. Being one of only three alpine roads through the otherwise impassable Southern Alps, we stop at the Lindis Pass lookout 971m above sea level for an essential photo.
Inclusions
- Fully guided small group tour
- Scenic stops
- Water available & snacks provided
- Lunch - opportunities to purchase along the way.
- Guided hikes - these are to self guided
- Scenic flights
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Transport time is included in the total tour time
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
- Enjoy the convenience of pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option. - Pick-ups begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside by this time. - Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance. - Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To ensure a timely departure, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late guests. PICKUP TIMES: Kamana Lakehouse 6:15am Mercure 6:16am Heritage Hotel 6:17am Rydges Lakeland Resort 6:20am Hotel St Moritz 6:21am QT Queenstown 6:22am Crowne Plaza 6:23am Pinewood Lodge 6:24am Queenstown Park Boutique 6:25am Flaming Kiwi Backpackers 6:26am Novotel 6:27am Nomads Hostel 6:28am Sofitel Hotel & Spa 6:30am The Station Home of Adventure 6:30am LyLo Queenstown 6:30am Aspen Lodge 6:31am Tahuna Pod Hostel 6:31am Heartland Hotel 6:32am Holiday Inn Express 6:33am Ramada Queenstown Central 6:34am Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront 6:35am Millennium Hotel 6:36am Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview 6:37am Swiss Belsuites Pounamu (bus stop on Frankton Road) 6:38am Oaks Shores Resort 6:39am The Rees 6:40am Holiday Inn Frankton Road (bus stop on Frankton Road) 6:41am Sherwood Hotel (Bus stop on Frankton Road) 6:42am Frankton Terminus (near Queenstown Airport) 6:44am Wyndham Garden 6:45am Sudima 5 Mile 6:46am
Meeting Points
- Pickup time: 6:30am. If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we recommend selecting The Station - Home of Adventure for now. You can update this later if needed!
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