Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

Name: Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 447.92 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)

4.9(14)13 hoursEnglishChristchurch, New Zealand

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$448

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Enjoy a private day tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook - the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque town of Lake Tekapo, admire stunning alpine views from Lake Pukaki, and enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hermitage Hotel.

Tours Highlights: • Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to discover incredible glaciers, lakes and rivers • Sample award-winning cheese at a local cheese factory in Geraldine • Visit the iconic Church of Good Shepherd and Bronze Sheepdog Statue in Lake Tekapo • Admire Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and stunning alpine scenery • Savor a delicious lunch with spectacular views at the Hermitage Hotel • Explore one of the many alpine walks in Mount Cook National Park

Included

National Park fees
Approximately 2.5 hrs of free time in Mount Cook National park.
Bottled water
Professional guide.
Hotel Pick up and Drop Off.
Private tour (i.e. only for one party)
Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.

Not included

Lunch (POA)

What you'll do

Pickup from your accommodation or preferred location at 7am
5 min
Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo
30 min
Set at the heart of the Canterbury region at the foot of the Southern Alps, Gera
ldine 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.
20 min
Lake Pukaki is a shimmering blue jewel set into a grand alpine playground - an i
conic 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.
15 min
Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park where you can savor a scrumptious lunc
h at Hermitage Hotel and explore Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
45 minAdmission not 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, 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.
1h 20mAdmission included
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.
5 min
Drop off at your at your accommodation or preferred location at around 8pm
5 min

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

Pick up and drop off from your preferred location in Christchurch.

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Avonhead Garden Motel
168 Yaldhurst Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Athena Motel
160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Academy Motor Lodge
62 Creyke Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Hagley Park Motel
13 Darvel Street, (Corner Ayr Street), Christchurch, New Zealand
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2 On Whiteleigh & 239 On Lincoln Motel
2 Whiteleigh Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Ashleigh Court Motel
47 Matai Street West, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Quest Cathedral Junction
113 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Apollo Motel Christchurch
288 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Merivale Manor
122 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Ferry Motel
330 Ferry Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Earnslaw Motel
288 Blenheim Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Alglenn Motel
59 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Sudima Christchurch City
47 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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City Centre Motel
876 Colombo Street, Christchurch Centrial, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Riccarton Hotel
106 Mandeville St, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Scenic Hotel Cotswold
88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Sudima Christchurch Airport
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Gothic Heights Motel
430 Hagley Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Adina Heritage Christchurch
28 - 30 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG
764 Colombo Street, Armagh St., Christchurch, New Zealand
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33 Sherborne Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
52 Cathedral Square, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Cranford Cottages And Motel
63 Cranford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Arthur's Court Motor Lodge
110 Sherborne Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Rosewood Court Motel
85 Sherborne Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Salerno Motel Apartments
148 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Ibis Christchurch
107 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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BreakFree On Cashel Christchurch
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Roma on Riccarton Motel
38 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Riccarton mall motel
142 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Milano Christchurch
87 Papanui Road, Merrivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Hotel 115 Christchurch
115 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Tui Lodge Motel
286 Blenheim Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Equestrian Hotel
6 Tower St, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Belle Bonne Motel
95 Yaldhurst Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Novotel Christchurch Airport
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Fino Hotel & Suites
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Quality Suites Amore
168 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Best Western Alpine Hotel
8 Yaldhurst Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Christchurch Intl Airport
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Garden Hotel
110 Marshland Road, Shirley, Christchurch, New Zealand
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162 Kings of Riccarton Motel
162 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Muse Christchurch
159 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Bloomfield House
146 Bridle Path Road, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch, New Zealand
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FYFFE On Riccarton Motor Lodge
208 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel
14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Classique Lodge Motel
290 Blenheim Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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311 Motel Riccarton
311 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Aotea Motel
302 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Denton Park Motel
446-448 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch, New Zealand
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

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