Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

4.1

based on 72 reviews

| Christchurch, New Zealand

Reviews Summary

Mixed reviews. Some loved the scenic journey from Christchurch to Queenstown, highlighting stunning views. Others felt rushed, with limited time at key locations. Driver quality varied, impacting overall enjoyment. Some faced logistical issues like missed buses or incorrect booking information.

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Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

11 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

WiFi on board
Modern air-conditioned coach with free WiFi
Restroom on board
Live commentary on board
Local driver guide

Scenic Flight
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Each traveler is allowed 2 Bags weighing no more than 20kg each and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
Tour is a total of 11 hours in total

Venture out on a one-way sightseeing tour from Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook and experience the splendour of the NZ Southern Alps. Enjoy the spectacular sights of the glacier-fed Lake Tekapo, farmland of the Canterbury Plains and New Zealand's tallest mountain Aoraki (Mt Cook), situated in a national park...

Duration 11 Hours
Group Tour
Max 50 people in the group

1
Geraldine Visitor Information Centre
Geraldine is a popular little town for arts and crafts and market days and has a reputation as a home for gifted artists and talented people such as Austen Deans and John Badcock who have their studios in the township. There are edible creations as well such as the local...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
The Church of the Good Shepherd
The majestic setting of the Church of the Good Shepherd attracts visitors from all over the world. We encourage you to take a few quiet minutes to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the lake and mountains; in our opinion it is God's greatest cathedral.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo the mountain ranges to the front are the Ben Ohau Ranges and the Southern Alps. Lake Tekapo is fed by the Godley Glacier and the Macauley River, which explains the turquoise colour of the lake from the glacial effect. Great stop for photos of the area.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Canterbury Region

We are now entering the Mt Cook National Park, one of 14 National Parks in New Zealand. The area of the park is 70,696 hectares and has the highest mountains and largest glaciers in New Zealand it was established as a National Park in 1953. The Maori name for Mt...