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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier(Small Group Day Tour From Christchurch)

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10 Nov
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13 Nov
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15 Nov
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Mount Cook Tour

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Duration: 13 hours
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Mini Van or Mini Bus
Lunch break Mt cook: 45min break in Mt Cook National park for lunch ( lunch not included/poa).
Pickup included

Next availability: Sun, 10 Nov

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Highlights

Travel in a small group from Christchurch, on a day trip to Aoraki Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo and admire stunning alpine views from turquoise colored Lake Pukaki. Savor a scrumptious lunch at the Hermitage Hotel (POA) located in Mt. Cook National Park and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier. Visit the turquoise coloured lakes of glacial melt and snow capped mountains.

Itinerary

  • Christchurch

    5 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Pick up from your accommodation at around 7am.
  • Geraldine

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    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 Tekapo

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog.
  • Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park where you can savor a scrumptious lunch at Hermitage Hotel and explore Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
  • Lake Pukaki

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    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 and terminal lake, icebergs and the mountains at the head of the valley.
  • Christchurch

    5 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Drop off at your accommodation at around 8pm.

What's included

INCLUDED

Transport by air-conditioned late model Minivan or Minibus.
Small Group Tour (Maximum 21pax)
Bottled water
Pickup and drop-off from selected Central Christchurch Hotels.
Fully guided tour except the walks.
Professional Guide and Commentary
Lunch (Pay Own Account)

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch
Walks in the national park are not guided

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A small amount of walking is involved so wear comfortable walking shoes.
Approximately 2.5 hrs of free time in Mount Cook National Park for lunch, enjoy a scenic walk or your preferred activity.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Fully guided tour except the walks in the Mt Cook National Park.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
This is a small group day tour (up to 21 people)
Hermitage Hotel is situated in Mount Cook National Park and is the only place that serves lunch.

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NZSI Tours & Travel

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