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





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Totally Personalized Private Experience! Enjoying the scenic views between Christchurch and Queenstown with a fully guided, adventure-filled journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps. Embark on a scenic tour stops at Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Aoraki/MT.Cook, Tasman Glacier, High Country Salmon, Lindis Pass and Resort town and finally arriving in Queenstown. 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 Queenstown, offering a truly enriching and immersive travel experience.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lindis Pass offers stunning views of tussock-covered hills, rugged terrain, and snow-capped peaks, especially captivating at sunrise or sunset.
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.
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!
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Guide will contact the traveller prior to the trip to confirm the pickup point and timing. Guide will notify the traveller before leaving to the pickup location. Guide will find the traveller with name display.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(11)
What a fantastic day with Ricky! The scenic tour was absolutely stunning and exceeded all our expectations. We were lucky to have great weather, which made the experience even better. A perfect way to enjoy a one-way tour and transfer to Queenstown in a single day. Excellent service from Ricky throughout, highly recommended. Much appreciated! 😊
Kia ora, Thank you for choosing us to be part of your adventure. We are pleased you enjoyed down south Island Tour. Thank you for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
What an incredible journey from Christchurch to Queenstown with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel! The snow-capped mountains, stunning scenery, and beautiful weather made this trip unforgettable. No words can truly describe the beauty of New Zealand’s South Island. Highly recommended!
Kia ora, Thank you for choosing us to be part of your adventure. We are pleased you enjoyed Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. Thank you for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
We enjoyed our private tour with our guide Dave, who is friendly and professional. I travelled with my elderly parents and greatly appreciated Dave’s patience and flexibility in catering to the pace of my family. We saw many beautiful sights on this day tour, without the hassle of self-drive on unfamiliar roads. Dave patiently led us to the various sights and took many photos for us as great keepsakes of this scenic day trip. Thank you Dave!
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Day Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
Great experience. Family friendly guide. Best knowledge about this tour. Explained everything as and when required. Answered all our questions Highly recommended.
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
What a great scenic drive down south! The beautiful sightseeing stops, stunning lakes, and incredible glacier visits made our journey truly unforgettable. We’d definitely love to revisit!
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
We had a great time and an unforgettable experience with our tour guide, Rob. The lake views were absolutely fabulous, and the long summer days gave us the perfect opportunity to explore more of the South Island. Thanks to Kiwi Adventures for making it all possible and helping us along the way!
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
South Island is magic must visit place to New Zealand. Well spent day with such a lovely experience more then we thought. Many sightseeing stops with a complete private tour experience make our tour more memorable.
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
Long day with lots of interesting sight seeing stops and glacier visit. Most memorable journey we ever had. Lake tekapo & Lake Pukaki were on of the major highlights. Hooked Valley & Glaciers point view track to visit Glaciers were epic. Rob was such a informative and cooperative tour guide. Highly recommend
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for Christchurch to Queenstown Tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
We have a shared group tour with few other travellers across South Island with tour guide Steve. The tour was an absolute magic! All the arrangements and the van provided was supper comfy. Would definitely do it again. Thanks Kiwi Adventures Tours.
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased to have you on board for South Island tour. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi
Kiwi adventures tours provided us with best service. Tidy & comfortable vehicle was provided for our Day trip from Christchurch to Queenstown. We had a great time during our trip. It was snowing all the way from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown. Our driver Steve taken proper measures to drive us safe & kept us entertained. Overall super tour we ever had!
Kia Ora, Thanks for choosing us to be part of your adventure! We are pleased that you liked our services and enjoyed your journey to Queenstown. Thanks for travelling with Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel. Nga mihi



