Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

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

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, South Island

Pickup from your accommodation or preferred location at 7am.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie District, Canterbury Region, South Island

Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Geraldine, New Zealand

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Lake Pukaki, New Zealand

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Aoraki/Mt. Cook, Mt. Cook Road, Mt. Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) New Zealand

Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park where you can savor a scrumptious lunch at Hermitage Hotel and explore Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks, Tasman Valley Road, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) New Zealand

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.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: The Church of the Good Shepherd, Pioneer Drive, Lake Tekapo 7999 New Zealand

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, South Island

Drop off at your at your accommodation or preferred location at around 8pm.

Duration: 5 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately."
"A small amount of walking is involved."
"Lunch (POA)."
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 07:00 AM
Duração: 13 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up and drop off from your preferred location in Christchurch.


Airports

• Christchurch Intl Airport, Christchurch New Zealand

Ports

• Lyttelton Port of Christchurch, 41 Chapmans Road, Hillsborough, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Private tour (i.e. only for one party)
• Professional guide.
• Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.
• Hotel Pick up and Drop Off.
• National Park fees
• Bottled water
• Approximately 3 hrs of free time in Mount Cook National park.
• Entry/Admission - Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks

Não Incluído

• Lunch (POA)

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