At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. As a sacred ancestor for local Ngā Tahu iwi, Aoraki is more than just a mountain. He and his brothers’ story is arguably one of the South Island’s most important Māori legends, speaking to the dramatic formation of Kā Tiritiri o te Moana (Southern Alps) which have since become home to one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful National Parks.
So why not join us as we travel to this region and beyond, experiencing the best of what the South Island has to offer. Escaping the hustle and bustle of Tāhuna Queenstown, this 1 way trip adventures via the Lindis, Lake Pukaki, Aoraki Mt Cook Village, and Lake Tekapo, before arriving in Ōtautahi Christchurch. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget!
Pickup included
We start by leaving Tāhuna Queenstown, also known as New Zealand's ‘adrenaline capital’. As we head north, our knowledgeable guide will point out some highlights of the city and surrounding region.
Departing Queenstown we then make our way north through the stunning Kawarau Gorge, passing beautiful views, the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and famous Roaring Meg Lookout. Time and light permitting, we will stop for that first great shot of the tour.
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.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Please be waiting outside your accommodation 10 minutes before your designated pick-up time. Pickups can be delayed, please be patient. Customers who are not at their location will be noted as a NO SHOW. Pick up times and locations can be found below 06:15 Kamana Lakehouse 06:16 Mercure Queenstown 06:17 Heritage Hotel 06:20 Rydges Lakeland Resort 06:21 Hotel St Moritz 06:22 QT Queenstown 06:23 Crowne Plaza 06:24 Pinewood Lodge 06:25 Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel 06:26 Flaming Kiwi Backpackers 06:27 Novotel 06:28 Nomads Hostel 06:30 The Station - Home of Adventure 06:30 LyLo Queenstown 06:30 Sofitel 06:31 Aspen Lodge Backpackers 06:32 Heartland Hotel 06:32 Scenic Suites 06:33 Holiday Inn Express 06:34 Ramada Queenstown Central 06:35 Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront 06:36 Millennium Hotel 06:37 Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview 06:38 Swiss Belsuites Pounamu 06:39 Oaks Shores Resort 06:40 The Rees 06:41 Holiday Inn Frankton Road (Bus stop on Frankton Road) 06:42 Sherwood Hotel (Bus stop on Frankton Road) 06:44 Frankton Bus Interchange 06:45 Wyndham Garden