Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

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Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

By Cheeky Kea Tours

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Features

Free cancellation available
13h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Small groups (max 11) mean personalized experiences with passionate local guides who share hidden stories about Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, and Aoraki Mount Cook National Park you won't find in guidebooks.

Lunch is included—we provide a picnic lunch and stop at legendary Fairlie Bakehouse where you can grab their famous award-winning meat pies.

Choose between two spectacular Mount Cook walks: the renowned Hooker Valley Track with glacial icebergs, or Tasman Glacier Walk showcasing New Zealand's longest glacier. Your Kiwi guide helps you decide based on conditions and preferences.

We're 100% carbon neutral, offsetting emissions through certified NZ forestry projects. When time allows, enjoy a bonus stop at Canterbury's hidden scenic gems.

Our expert South Island guides bring landscapes alive with Māori legends and insider knowledge. Travel comfortably from Christchurch in our Mercedes Sprinter with WiFi and USB charging.
Authentic, sustainable, unforgettable—Mount Cook the Kiwi way.

Activity location

Fairlie Bakehouse
- 74 Main Street
- 7925, Fairlie, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Christchurch
- 8011, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

13h
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 7:00am

Price details

￥26,083 x 1 Adult￥26,083

Total

Until Wed, Oct 15

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What's included, what's not

Guaranteed small group (max 11 for a more personal experience)
Expert local Kiwi guide with live commentary (English)
Tasty kiwi snacks enroute
Carbon-neutral tour
Transportation in modern Mercedes Sprinter with air conditioning
Hotel pickup and drop-off from 13 central Christchurch locations
Free WiFi and USB charging ports on board
Bottled water throughout the day
Pre-ordered picnic lunch

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Christchurch (Pass by)

Your day begins with pickup from your central Christchurch accommodation. Meet your friendly Kiwi guide and fellow travelers in our comfortable Mercedes Sprinter. Settle in with complimentary WiFi and USB charging as we head south through the Garden City, with commentary on Christchurch's landmarks and earthquake recovery story.

Canterbury Region (Pass by)

Travel through the expansive Canterbury Plains, a patchwork of farmland stretching to the Southern Alps. Your guide shares insights into New Zealand's agricultural heritage, from sheep stations to dairy farms, vineyards to crop cultivation. Watch the landscape transform as we approach the foothills and pass through the gateway to the Mackenzie region.

Fairlie Bakehouse

Arrive at the legendary Fairlie Bakehouse, home to some of New Zealand's most famous meat pies. Collect your pre-ordered lunch (included in tour)—the steak and cheese is a Kiwi classic! The town is especially photogenic in autumn when trees lining the streets turn vibrant orange and Burkes Pass showcases spectacular fall colors.

Lake Tekapo

Journey deeper into the Mackenzie Country, known for its stunning turquoise lakes and some of the darkest skies in the world. Your guide explains the region's unique geology and its designation as an International Dark Sky Reserve.

The Church of the Good Shepherd

Stop at one of New Zealand's most iconic locations. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd, a stone chapel built in 1935 as a memorial to Mackenzie Country pioneers. Capture stunning photos of the church framed by Lake Tekapo's brilliant turquoise waters and the Southern Alps beyond. From late November to early January, the lakeshore explodes with colorful wild lupins. Don't miss the nearby Sheepdog Statue, paying tribute to the faithful working dogs of the high country.

Lake Pukaki

Stand at the edge of Lake Pukaki, the jewel of the Mackenzie region. This glacier-fed lake displays mesmerizing shades of turquoise and blue, created by "glacial flour"—fine rock particles ground by glaciers. On clear days, witness the stunning sight of Aoraki Mount Cook rising 3,724 meters above the lake's far shore, its snow-capped peak dominating the horizon. This is one of New Zealand's most photographed viewpoints.

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

Welcome to the heart of your adventure! Mount Cook Village sits at the base of New Zealand's highest peak within the spectacular Mount Cook National Park. At 3,724 meters, Aoraki Mount Cook towers above the surrounding landscape, and the park is home to New Zealand's longest glacier—the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier.

Hooker Valley Track

You have the option to take one of New Zealand's most renowned day hikes and offers the most dramatic mountain scenery. Highlights: his is one of New Zealand's most renowned day hikes and offers the most dramatic mountain scenery

Tasman Glacier

Option 2 is a moderate hike to viewpoints overlooking New Zealand's longest glacier—the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier—and see Tasman Lake and the surrounding rivers. Highlights: Walk through ancient terminal moraines left by the retreating Tasman Glacier; take a journey through glacial geology.

Christchurch

Begin the return journey with fresh perspectives on the landscapes you passed earlier. Watch the light change on the turquoise waters as we retrace our route through Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo, and the Canterbury Plains. Relax with complimentary WiFi and USB charging as you reflect on an incredible day. When time allows, your guide may treat you to a bonus stop at one of Canterbury's hidden scenic gems—a favorite surprise that showcases more of the region's natural beauty. Your guide will drop you at your original pickup location in central Christchurch.

Location

Activity location

Fairlie Bakehouse
- 74 Main Street
- 7925, Fairlie, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Christchurch
- 8011, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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