Mount Cook Half Day Tour to Queenstown or Christchurch | New Zealand
- Enjoy the day trip through Southern Alpine with a visit from Christchurch to Mount Cook to witness the great wonder of Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook Village!
- Scenic journey through picturesque landscapes, including the Southern Alps
- Travel in a luxury coach with informative commentary from a local driver guide
- Admire the views of Mount Cook without hassle with hotel transfer included in this package
- Two route options! Arrival at the destination in the evening, with the tour concluding in Queenstown or in Christchurch.
The tour also offers multiple departure points for your convenience, please see below for other options
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[Christchurch Departure] Mount Cook Tour | New Zealand
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[Queenstown Departure] Mount Cook Tour | New Zealand
Options
Half-Day Tour — Mount Cook to Christchurch GS72
Inclusions
Hotel transfer
Stop over at: Mount Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki, Church of the Good Shepherd
Comfortable leather reclining seats
Commentary from driver along the way
5-Hour One-Way Tour from Mount Cook Village to Christchurch
Exclusions
Personal expenses
Other expenses not mentioned above
Dining expenses
Insurance
Tips
Lunch
Additional Info
Tour departs Mount Cook, Aoraki Hermitage Hotel
Stop at Church of the Good Shepard and Lake Tekapo Village
Arrive at Christchurch coach terminal
Hotel drop offs commence
Tour time will be about 5 hours and 10 minutes
What's included in Mount Cook Half Day Tour to Queenstown or Christchurch | New Zealand
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
Embark on two captivating half-day sightseeing tours from Mount Cook, each offering a unique and scenic journey through the stunning landscapes of New Zealand. Whether heading south to Queenstown or northeast to Christchurch, both tours promise a luxurious experience aboard a coach, accompanied by insightful commentary from a local driver guide.
The tour offers two different routes, see the below for itinerary details:
- Queenstown Drop-off:
Embark on a half-day sightseeing tour from Mount Cook to Queenstown through the scenic Southern Alps. Enjoy commentary from your local driver guide as you journey south through the Mackenzie Country. Take an afternoon tea break in Omarama (own expense), pass through Cromwell with its famous fruit orchards, and cross Lindis Pass. Skirt along the shores of Lake Dunstan and drive through the Kawarau Gorge with its historic goldmines. Reach Queenstown in the evening.
- Christchurch Drop-off:
Embark on an exhilarating half-day sightseeing tour from Mount Cook Village to Christchurch in the afternoon. Enjoy a luxurious coach ride, passing by Lake Pukaki and Lake Tekapo with captivating commentary from the driver. Capture picturesque moments of the crystal-clear lakes and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd. Exit the Southern Alps, traverse the lush farmlands of the Canterbury Plains, and arrive in Christchurch by evening. Hotel drop-offs are also provided.
Inclusions
- Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- Please arrive promptly at the meeting point, as the bus will depart on time. Refunds will not be granted to late arrivals
- In the event that the driver has not arrived at the designated meeting time, please contact the emergency number provided on the voucher
- Guests are advised to wear warm clothing (i.e. hat, gloves, waterproof jacket, and pants) and comfortable walking shoes
- Travellers can bring up to 2 checked-in luggage, each weighing a maximum of 25kg, with total dimensions not exceeding 158cm
- Travellers are responsible for their own luggage. The bus or tour operator has no responsibility whatsoever for loss or damage to luggage
- It is recommended to call the tour operator at the phone number provided on the voucher 24 hours before departure to reconfirm the departure location and time
Meet
Venues
- Christchurch Drop Off Christchurch Bus Interchange
- Christchurch Drop Off Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Meeting / End Points
- Aoraki/Mount Cook
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Children aged 4 or under are free of charge and do not occupy a seat
- Children aged 14 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over
- Please note that the pick-up time on this page is for reference only, the exact pick-up time will be confirmed on the voucher
- Baby pushchairs should be collapsible to fit within the checked luggage size limit
- Free WiFi on board coaches, but no refunds if the Wi Fi service is unavailable
- Please select your pick-up/drop-off hotel at the time of booking. If your hotel does not appear on the list, please select an alternative location nearby
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