Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin
Discover Mount Cook, a scenic journey for group or family of up to 3 person. Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your accommodation. As we drive, enjoy flexible stops for breaks, food, and photos.
Pass through charming sites along the way. Enjoy a stop at Lake Tekapo for Christchurch pickups or Omarama for Queenstown & Dunedin pickups. Visit Lake Pukaki, a turquoise glacier-fed alpine lake.
The drive to Mount Cook is awe-inspiring. Upon reaching Mount Cook Village, explore the scenery. Opt for the Hooker Valley Track with swing bridges, glimpses of ice at Hooker Lake as time permits, and a chance to spot the kea.
Choose to finish at Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin or end journey at Mount Cook. Make sure to select your preferred option during booking.
Our journey concludes as we drop you off at your chosen location. Cherish the memories of a day filled with landscapes and the essence of New Zealand's beauty. Total driving will take approximately 8.5 hours.
Options
Christchurch to Dunedin
Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Christchurch & drop at Dunedin. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki(25 mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Christchurch to Dunedin: You'll be picked up in Christchurch and dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.
Pickup included
What's included in Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lake Tekapo
For Christchurch pickups only: Visit the renowned ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ and take in its picturesque setting against the backdrop of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Enjoy a brief, leisurely walk along the shores of Lake Tekapo.
Lake Pukaki
Visit Lake Pukaki, a stunning glacier-fed alpine lake known for its mesmerizing turquoise waters. Marvel at the beauty of this natural wonder as you take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak.
Aoraki/Mt. Cook
The drive towards Mount Cook offers awe-inspiring views. Upon reaching Mount Cook, immerse yourself in the mesmerizing scenery. Opt for the Hooker Valley Track, featuring famous swing bridges, and catch a glimpse of ice at Hooker Lake. Alternatively, choose the Tasman Glacier Walks for a different perspective. Look out for the kea, the world's only alpine parrot.
Inclusions
- Private car experience with a guide/driver
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Packaged snacks
- Food like Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
- Anything not described in the inclusions
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Just one child seat can be provided if requested with booking
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please provide pickup location searchable on google maps where you are waiting for pickup within Queenstown/Dunedin/Christchurch city.
