Escape the Garden City for a day trip that’ll blow your socks off! Our Full-Day Queenstown, Mt Cook and Tasman Glacier from Christchurch Tour allows you to adventure through the best of the Mackenzie Country, without any of the admin. We want you to SEE MORE, DO MORE and SPEND LESS!

You’ll travel in a carbon-neutral vehicle that doesn’t skimp on modern needs (think full air-conditioning, USB chargers and WiFi!) whilst exploring Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, the Ben Ohau Range and the sites from Lord of the Rings. We know all of this adventuring will make you hungry, so we’ve included lunch at the historic Hermitage Hotel. Don’t let the jaw-dropping views distract you from your epic local eats!

We’ll finish off in Queenstown, allowing you to continue off on your adventures, wherever they may take you! Get amongst this 100% Kiwi As experience - we can’t wait to have you on board.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Lunch
✔  On-board WiFi
✔  USB seat charging
✔  Snacks
✔  In-vehicle air conditioning
✔  Bottled water
✔  Pick up and Drop off
✔  Doc concession
✖  Activities such as helicopter and boat rides
Departure & Return
Departure:  Corner of Lichfield St and, Colombo Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

Please wait ready for collection at the bus stop on Lichfield Street outside the bus exchange.
If you put Christchurch Bus Interchange intercity stop into google maps this will give you the correct location. Pick up time is at 06:25am

Return: Queenstown, New Zealand

Sit back and relax while we whisk you down to Queenstown to continue your New Zealand adventure. From Mt Cook this service is operated by Cheeky Kiwi Travel

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Itinerary
1
Christchurch We'll kick things off in the Garden City - don't worry, we're quickly on the road to see the best of the Mackenzie Country.
2
Geraldine After a relaxing journey from Christchurch, we're slowing things down for a stop in the beautiful little town of Geraldine.

Duration:  5 minutes

3
Fairlie Famous for its bakehouse, Fairlie is our gateway to the Mackenzie Country. It is now time to wake as breathtaking scenery is around every corner.

Duration:  10 minutes

4
Lake Tekapo The bus will go silent as we round the corner for the first sighting of Lake Tekapo. This view wont disappoint. Not long until we stop now
5
The Church of the Good Shepherd Our first stop! Take a look of this beautiful little church with the best view in the world. Perfect time for a couple of Instagram shots to prove you are really in New Zealand- after all, it is easily the most photographed church in the country!

Duration:  15 minutes

6
Lake Pukaki You thought Lake Tekapo was the most beautiful lake you have ever seen - just wait for it. Lake Pukaki will take your breath away! Don't worry, we will stop at different location for you to enjoy its beauty.

Duration:  10 minutes

7
Mt. Cook Village And here we are - the beautiful Mt Cook! It's time for you to decide how you would like to spend your day- walk the stunning Hooker Valley or Tasman Glacier track, or check out the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center.

Duration:  3 hours

8
Hooker Valley Track This 3 hour walk won't disappoint - enjoy the amazing view and listen to the glaciers cracking.as you walk to the glacier lake at Mt Cook!

Duration:  5 minutes

9
Tasman Glacier The best glacier in New Zealand. Enjoy the 1 hour easy-going walk - don't forget your camera!

Duration:  5 minutes

10
Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre If walking is not your thing, then this educational centre is worth a look. Check out the movies that play on a schedule!

Duration:  5 minutes

11
High Country Salmon Farewelling Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park and making our way back to Queenstown we stop in at High Country Salmon, a local salmon farm, where you can feed the fish and taste some of the freshest salmon in New Zealand

Duration:  5 minutes

12
Lindis Pass Climbing in altitude, Lindis Pass has amazing views down through the valleys. Being one of only three alpine roads through the otherwise impassable Southern Alps.
13
Kawarau Suspension Bridge Nearing Queenstown we then make our way through the stunning Kawarau Gorge passing stunning views, the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and the famous Roaring Meg Lookout.

Duration:  5 minutes

14
Queenstown We're finishing off this fantastic day with your drop off in Queenstown. Chill out and relax or get out and enjoy the nightlife of this fantastic alpine village.
Additional info
•  Specialized infant seats are available
•  Service animals allowed
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Price:
From $227.77
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
13 hours
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.