Discover Mount Cook’s alpine beauty, explore Tasman Glacier, and visit Lake Tekapo. Enjoy award-winning cheese and a scenic lunch at Hermitage Hotel.
Discover Mount Cook’s alpine beauty, explore Tasman Glacier, and visit Lake Tekapo. Enjoy award-winning cheese and a scenic lunch at Hermitage Hotel.
- Christchurch - Pickup from your accommodation or preferred location at 7am.
- Lake Tekapo - Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo.
- Geraldine - 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…
- Christchurch - Pickup from your accommodation or preferred location at 7am.
- Lake Tekapo - Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo.
- Geraldine - 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 Pukaki - 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 savor a scrumptious lunch at Hermitage Hotel and explore Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
- 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.
Clients who wish to do different hike or activity transportation for that can be arranged. Please specify at the time of booking.
- 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.
- Christchurch - Drop off at your at your accommodation or preferred location at around 8pm.
- National Park fees included.
- Complimentary bottled water.
- Expertise of a professional guide.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Exclusive private tour experience.
- Enjoy 3 hours of leisure at Mount Cook National Park.
- Travel in comfort with air-conditioned Mercedes Benz vans.
- National Park fees included.
- Complimentary bottled water.
- Expertise of a professional guide.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Exclusive private tour experience.
- Enjoy 3 hours of leisure at Mount Cook National Park.
- Travel in comfort with air-conditioned Mercedes Benz vans.
- Lunch (POA)
- Lunch (POA)
Embark on a private tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand. Explore the scenic town of Lake Tekapo, take in breathtaking alpine views from Lake Pukaki, and feast on a delectable lunch at the Hermitage Hotel.
Tour Highlights:
• Set off on a day journey from Christchurch and explore splendid glaciers, lakes and rivers
• Get a taste of…
Embark on a private tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand. Explore the scenic town of Lake Tekapo, take in breathtaking alpine views from Lake Pukaki, and feast on a delectable lunch at the Hermitage Hotel.
Tour Highlights:
• Set off on a day journey from Christchurch and explore splendid glaciers, lakes and rivers
• Get a taste of award-winning cheese at a local cheese factory in Geraldine
• Pay a visit to the famous Church of Good Shepherd and Bronze Sheepdog Statue in Lake Tekapo
• Appreciate Lake Pukaki, the biggest lake in the Mackenzie region, and its mesmerizing alpine scenery
• Delight in a mouthwatering lunch amid incredible views at the Hermitage Hotel
• Roam around the alpine walks in Mount Cook National Park
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- A small amount of walking is involved.
- Lunch (POA).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.