Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Specalized Guide
  • Professional Driver
  • Private Transport
  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Clean and comfortable vehicle
  • Meet & Greet

✗ Not Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Itinerary

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Stop 1
Fairlie is a small town located in the South Island of New Zealand. It serves as a gateway for travellers heading to the Mount Cook. The Fairlie Bakehouse is a renowned bakery in New Zealand.
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Stop 2
Lake Tekapo, the most picturesque destinations, located in the heart of the South Island. Known for its vibrant turquoise waters, stunning alpine scenery, popular spot for nature lovers and adventurer. The Best Things to Do in Tekapo -Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd. -Snap a Photo of the Sheep dog Memorial. -Soak in the Tekapo Springs. -Stargaze in the Dark Sky Reserve.
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Stop 3
Lake Pukaki is another stunning glacial lake. It's renowned for its dazzling turquoise waters, panoramic views, Scenic Drives & Photography and its proximity to Mount Cook, highest peak in New Zealand. The views of Mt Cook are truly spectacular. The blue (turquoise) colour is due to fine silt particles, or glacial flour, in the water.
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Stop 4
Best spot for scenic photography of Tasman Glacier point view. Enjoy the 1 hour easy-going walk - don't forget your camera! (Glacier is in distance behind a lake). This is the major attraction to spend your quality time while at Mt Cook.
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Stop 5
The track at dawn gives you a view of the first rays of the sun creeping over the Southern Alps, including over New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook.
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Stop 6
Enjoy your lunch at a lovely Hotel with stunning location and views. Hotel is ideally positioned to enjoy excellent view of Mount Cook Glaciers. Mt Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand, helped Sir Edmund Hillary to develop his climbing skills in preparation for the conquest of Everest. Muller Hut Route is temporarily closed for day walkers. If you have booked to stay at Mueller Hut, you may still use the track and hut. Mount Cook village is the key entry point to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park — several short walks and overnight hikes start from the village. It's also well worth visiting for the pristine night sky, and other activities such as boat tours and heli hikes to the Tasman Glacier and Hike the Hooker Valley track.
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Stop 7
After enjoying tasty lunch must get a coffee to making our way back to Queenstown. Next stop in at High Country Salmon, a local salmon farm, where you can enjoy feeding the fish and taste some of the freshest salmon in New Zealand.
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Stop 8
Lindis Pass offers stunning views of tussock-covered hills, rugged terrain, and snow-capped peaks, especially captivating at sunrise or sunset.
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Stop 9
Before making to final destination, we'll make a quick picturesque stop at Roaring Meg Lookout . The lookout provides stunning views of the turquoise waters of the Kawarau River.
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Stop 10
We conclude this memorable day with your drop-off in Queenstown. Its time to relax in New Zealand's premier resort town. Enjoy adventure enthusiasts and relaxation amidst stunning natural beauty! Now it’s time to relax and unwind. Thank you for joining us — and until next time, kia ora and safe travels!

Meeting & End Point

📍
Meeting Point
Outside Christchurch Central Library opposite Cathedral Church Christchurch

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Good to Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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