• Christchurch - Your tour begins in the beautiful city of Christchurch. As we leave the city, your guide will set the stage for your exciting day and highlight some of the area’s top attractions.
• Canterbury Plains - Surrounding Christchurch are the expansive Canterbury Plains, filled with farmland stretching as far as the eye can see. You’ll find various types of farming here, including crops, vineyards, dairy, and livestock production.
• Fairlie Bakehouse - Nestled in Mackenzie, Fairlie is a classic New Zealand farming town that undergoes stunning color changes, especially in autumn. It’s one of the best places to relax with one of their world-famous meat pies from the Bakehouse. This stop is also where we’ll pick up your lunch to keep you energized for the rest of the day.
• Lake Tekapo - We head towards the renowned blue waters of Lake Tekapo, passing through impressive alpine passes with breathtaking views. As we crest the hill to Tekapo, you’ll be amazed by the stunning view of the lake.
• The Church of the Good Shepherd - Once in Tekapo, you’ll have time to explore the popular Church of the Good Shepherd, see the Mackenzie Sheepdog, and capture Instagram-worthy shots of Lake Tekapo before we continue to Mt Cook.
• Lake Pukaki - Turning west, we enter Aoraki National Park, and Lake Pukaki begins to appear before us. This is one of the bluest lakes you’ll ever see, beautifully framed by Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. We’ll stop for some incredible photos and to marvel at the sight. It’s easy to see why many Lord of the Rings scenes were filmed nearby, and we’ll point them out for you.
• Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) - Sadly, our tour must come to an end. Arriving at Mt Cook Village, weather permitting, we should get some fantastic shots of the mountain itself. At 3724m, Aoraki/Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak, but it can be viewed without any acclimatization from the village, which is just 750m above sea level.

• Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• Snacks
• Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person

• Gratuities

Small Group Excursion from Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo (One Way). This fully-guided, boutique day transfer offers a luxurious journey to Mt Cook with a stop at all major attractions along the way. Our enthusiastic tour guides, famed for their engaging storytelling and deep knowledge, lead the trip in contemporary, cosy minibuses equipped to ensure your safety and convenience.

Even though the places you’ll see are breathtaking, we trust that our limited group size, our tour leaders, the voyage and the little extras make our tours stand out. Hidden stopovers, spotting wildlife, custom-built vehicles and several other delightful surprises make our tours unforgettable.

• Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don’t have a car seat one can be provided (with 24 hours’ notice).
• A moderate amount of walking is involved.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking

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