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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch is a tour or activity in New Zealand, about 13 hours long. It costs about CAD $221 per person. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
Travel in a group tour from Christchurch, on a day trip to Aoraki Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo and admire stunning alpine views from turquoise colored Lake Pukaki. Savor a scrumptious pack lunch at the Mt. Cook National Park and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier. Visit the turquoise coloured lakes of glacial melt and snow capped mountains.
Your guide will pick you from outside FreshChoice Supermarket (located at 71 Lichfield Street) which is across the road from Bus Exchange at 6.30 am.
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Pickup from your accommodation will take place between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. The exact pickup time will be confirmed via email one day before your travel date.
5 min
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 a scheduled rest stop with full facilities and a chance to move around.
30 min
Visit captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog.
15 min
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.
15 min
Arrive at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, where a packed lunch will be served in Mount Cook Village, followed by a visit to the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre.
30 min
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 and terminal lake, icebergs and the mountains at the head of the valley.
1 h 30 min · Admission included
Drop off at your accommodation at around 8pm.
5 min
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch costs about CAD $221 per person. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 13 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes Lunch; On-board WiFi; Fully guided tour except the walks.; Bottle water and light snacks; Transport by air-conditioned late model Minivan or Minibus.; Professional Guide and Commentary; Pickup and drop-off from selected Central Christchurch Hotels.. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Viator lists the meeting point as: Your guide will pick you from outside FreshChoice Supermarket (located at 71 Lichfield Street) which is across the road from Bus Exchange at 6.30 am. The activity ends at the same place. The meeting time and place can differ by option and date. Check them on Viator before you book.
Hotel pickup is available for Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch, or you can meet at the start point. The operator sets the pickup areas and times. Check them on Viator before you book.
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch has child pricing for ages 4 to 14. Adult pricing applies from age 15. The operator sets the age bands and any age limits. Check them on Viator before you book.
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fromCAD $221per person (approx.)
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