Christchurch to Queenstown Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook
Overview
Escape the Garden City for a day trip that’ll blow your socks off! Our Full-Day Queenstown, Mt Cook and Tasman Glacier from Christchurch Tour allows you to adventure through the best of the Mackenzie Country, without any of the admin. We want you to SEE MORE, DO MORE and SPEND LESS!
You’ll travel in a carbon-neutral vehicle that doesn’t skimp on modern needs (think full air-conditioning, USB chargers and WiFi!) whilst exploring Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, the Ben Ohau Range and the sites from Lord of the Rings. We know all of this adventuring will make you hungry, so we’ve included lunch at the historic Hermitage Hotel. Don’t let the jaw-dropping views distract you from your epic local eats!
We’ll finish off in Queenstown, allowing you to continue off on your adventures, wherever they may take you! Get amongst this 100% Kiwi As experience - we can’t wait to have you on board.
What's Included
- Lunch Pre packed lunch is provided
- Snacks Local snacks are included onboard throughout the day - get the full Kiwi experience.
- Bottled water Eco friendly bottled water is supplied
- WiFi on board
- USB seat charging
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and Drop off
- Doc concession
- Activities such as helicopter and boat rides
Meeting and Pickup
For a smooth pick-up process please be waiting at your selected pick-up location at least 5 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. Your vehicle may be delayed due to previous pickups. Please be patient and wait 10 minutes before calling the office. Our drivers cannot wait for late customers. No show / late customers will not be refunded. We only pick up from locations that have a pickup noted. Please make sure you have let us know your pickup location. For hotel pickups please be waiting at or Infront of reception.Pick up times are as follows 6:18 Sudima City 6:20 Crowne Plaza 6:23 Distinction Christchurch 6:24 Christchurch City Hotel 6:25 Bus Interchange Intercity Stop (Litchfield Street) 6:27 Breakfree 6:29 Rydges 6:31 Urbanz 6:33 Fino 6:35 The George 6:37 Hotel Give
Corner of Lichfield St and
Colombo Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Queenstown
New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Christchurch (Pass By)
Geraldine
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fairlie
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Tekapo
Admission Ticket Free
The Church of the Good Shepherd
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Pukaki
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mt. Cook Village
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Tasman Glacier
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
High Country Salmon
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lindis Pass (Pass By)
Kawarau Suspension Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Queenstown (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christchurch to Queenstown Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025
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