Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Day Tour


Enjoy a small-group day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of the stunning turquoise Lake Tekapo, and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier.

Tours Highlights:

  • Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook National Park.
  • Take a hike to discover New Zealand's longest glacier and icebergs.
  • Visit the stunning Lake Tekapo and discover the Church of Good Shepherd.
  • Visit Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and its alpine scenery.
  • No lunch stress—it's included and completely sorted! (Please note: Bookings from 1 October '26 onwards feature an adjusted price that includes Pack Lunch; bookings before this date are lower-priced and do not include lunch.)
  • Unlike typical tour groups, we run strictly 100% dedicated tours only. There is absolutely no waiting around for enroute transferring passengers along the way.

THIS IS A SMALL GROUP TOUR (max 20 people)

Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour – Duration 12.5 - 13 hours (Tour Start Time: 6:30 am)

Pickup timing will be confirmed a day prior to travel date. Pickup/ drop-off is offered from selected Central Christchurch Hotels listed below:

1. Christchurch Bus Interchange

2. Adina Heritage Hotel/ Distinction Hotel

3. Crowne Plaza Hotel

4. Quest on Kilmore

5. Wyndham Garden Hotel

6. Hotel Montreal

7. The Mayfair Hotel

8. Chateau on the Park

TOUR DESCRIPTION & Stops:

Geraldine - 20 mins

Set at the heart of the Canterbury region at the foot of the Southern Alps, Geraldine is the gateway to the lakes in the central Mackenzie Basin and the beginning of the Starlight Highway to Tekapo's world renowned UNESCO Aoraki McKenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Geraldine is the perfect place to stop for refreshments and break your journey.

Lake Tekapo - 30 mins

Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo.  

The Church of the Good Shepherd

Situated on the shores of Lake Takapō amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country.  

Lake Pukaki - 15 mins

Lake Pukaki is a shimmering blue jewel set into a grand alpine playground - an iconic New Zealand landscape of high mountain peaks, glacier fed alpine lakes and golden tussocks stretched beneath an endless sky. Sir Peter Jackson chose this part of the Southern Alps - the main divide stretching north-south the length of New Zealand's South Island - as the setting for ‘Lake-town’ in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.

Aoraki/Mt. Cook

Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park where you can enjoy your packed lunch.

Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks

At around 27 km long, the Tasman Glacier is the longest glacier in New Zealand. This hike require moderate fitness and is approximately a 60 min return hike. There are good views of the Tasman Glacier, Terminal Lake, Icebergs and Aoraki Mt Cook from the lookout and the most popular hike in the national park.

Instead of hike, if you would like to take a secnic flight that can be arranged. Please enquire/ specify at the time of booking.

 

Price Includes:

  • Pickup and Drop-off from selected hotels in Central Christchurch and Bus Interchange
  • Transport in an air-conditioned minivan OR minibus
  • Small group tour 
  • Professional guide and commentary
  • Fully guided tour except the walks in Mount Cook National Park
  • Packed Lunch (Please note: Bookings from 1 October '26 onwards feature an adjusted price that includes Packed Lunch; bookings before this date are lower-priced and do not include lunch.)
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Bottled water

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