Mt Cook Day Tour via Lake Tekapo

Embark on a thrilling Mt Cook Day Tour from Christchurch and explore Tekapo, Tasman Glacier, and more. Enjoy stunning views, delicious local eats, and a carbon-neutral journey!

Duration: 13 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Christchurch - We’ll kick things off in the Garden City - don’t worry, we’re quickly on the road to see the best of the Mackenzie Country.
  • Geraldine - After a relaxing journey from Christchurch, we’re slowing things down for a stop in the beautiful little town of Geraldine.
  • Fairlie - Famous for its bakehouse, Fairlie is our gateway to…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Doc concession
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Activities such as helicopter and boat trips
  • This tour is not recommended for infants
  • The walks are not guided
Additional Information

Swap the urban surroundings of Garden City for a day trip that you’ll absolutely love! Our Mt Cook, Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Day Tour from Christchurch offers the chance to experience the wonders of the Mackenzie Country without any hassle. We aim for you to EXPLORE MORE, EXPERIENCE MORE and PAY LESS!
Journey in an eco-friendly vehicle that doesn’t…

Location
Christchurch
Please wait ready for collection at the bus stop on Lichfield Street outside the bus exchange. If you put Christchurch Bus Interchange intercity stop into google maps this will give you the correct location. Pick up time is at 06:25am
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Vacationer513249
Jan 5, 2025
Spectacular scenes. - We were given the opportunity to participate in a good number of experiences. Our guide was extremely helpful in providing options for different abilities of the group. The trip was very intense time wise but a great experience in beautiful weather.
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Rajaneesh_r
Dec 21, 2024
Awesome experience with... - Awesome experience with friends walking the up to view the Tasman Glacier and lake. Our tour guide was great, providing crucial and information about the surrounding region.
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Jennybj8223fh
Dec 12, 2024
Great Day Tour - Although the weather was overcast the trip was still great fun and well worth going on. The pickup was easy and the bus was comfortable. Snack bag and bottled water provided from the start which was a great addition. The packed lunch included was also delicious and plentiful! There were enough bathroom stops including at a bakery with delicious food. Stopped twice at Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki (once on the way there and once on the way back) so plenty of photo opportunities. Stopped inside the Mount Cook national park with enough time to go for a walk, our guide recommended the walk up some steps to see the Tasman Glacier which was amazing! Definitely worth it. Overall had a great day with an informative and funny guide.
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Kirubaks
Dec 11, 2024
Do not miss out on this once in a lifetime experience! - Amazing views! Get your camera ready to shoot some amazing pics and videos. Even in summer, be prepared for changing weather conditions throughout the day.
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Yunhua_h
Nov 25, 2024
Mt Cook is beautiful - Diana was a great tour guide. She is very knowledgeable. The view to the Mt Cook summit was spectacular. Tour itself is very long. 4hrs drive each way.
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Patty
Nov 16, 2024
What a scenic! - Thanks to our lovely guide for taking us group of 8 to visit such a paradise in land! Snacks provided onboard are abundant. Lunch is great. Not to mention the beautifully scenic Mt.Cook
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Roger_d
Oct 15, 2024
Spectacular Scenic Tour - Spectacular scenery, plenty of stops to take pictures and stretch our legs. Our driver/guide, Franckie, was great - very friendly and knowledgeable. Snacks and lunch were quite tasty. The 12+ hours didn't seem that long with all that is included.
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Barbara_p
Sep 10, 2024
Mount Cook bus tour - Our tour guide Diane was AWESOME! She was very cheerful, informational and accommodating to customer needs. The stops were perfectly planned to give us the right amount of exercise on this long trip. The countryside was beautiful and the climb to the glacier was an accomplishment. I definitely would recommend the tour experience to others.
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Geralyn_b
Nov 28, 2024
Unforgettable experience! - Hooker Valley hike. Spectacular. Lake Tepako lupines and blue water. Grant was a friendly efficient driver. Gave us extra time at Hooker Valley due to late start with tire problem. Lovely snacks and lunch were appreciated. Unluckily, an inconsiderate coughing and sneezing guy at the back… with no mask, passed on his germs. Coughing like a 20 year smoker less than 48 hours later. Sick in Australia. Otherwise, lovely experience. Lynne B
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Angela_a
Nov 13, 2024
Scenic Day - Beautiful day! One of the nicer tour vans I’ve been on, with a great tour guide, and including snack and lunch bags which was a great touch. It didn’t feel like too long of a day like some of these can. The only downside was that the mic wasn’t working so it was hard to hear commentary but really can’t complain and it was the most scenic day of my trip!
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