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

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13 hours (approx.)
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Totally Personalized Private Experience!
Enjoying the scenic views between Queenstown and Christchurch and with a fully guided, adventure-filled journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps.
Embark on a scenic tour stops at Lindis Pass and Resort town, High Country Salmon, Aoraki/MT.Cook, Tasman Glacier, Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo and finally arriving in Christchurch. On your journey explore region’s dramatic landscapes, capture memorable photographs, and learn about the area's natural and cultural significance. The tour concludes in Christchurch, offering a truly enriching and immersive travel experience.

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  • Professional Driver
  • Private Transport
  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
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Cnr Earl St
Marine Parade, And, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Kawarau Suspension Bridge

Iconic picturesque stop at Roaring Meg Lookout . The lookout provides stunning views of the turquoise waters of the Kawarau River.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lindis Pass (pass by)

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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High Country Salmon

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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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre

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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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hooker Valley Track

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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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tasman Glacier

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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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Pukaki

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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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Tekapo

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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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christchurch (pass by)

We conclude this memorable day with your drop-off in Christchurch, an English heritage, innovative rebuilding efforts, and vibrant natural scenery. Its time to relax in New Zealand's Garden City and know about the history of Quake city with its rapid engineering approach to Rebuilding efforts.Now it’s time to relax and unwind. Thank you for joining us — and until next time, kia ora and safe travels!
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Queenstown to Christchurch One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & 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). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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