Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin

5.0 (3 reviews) 12 hours – 12 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover Aoraki Mount Cook on a scenic private journey for up to 3–4 people. Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Queenstown, Christchurch, or Dunedin.

For Queenstown Pickup: Pass by Kawarau Suspension Bridge, Roaring Meg & Cromwell. Stop at Lindis Pass, and High Country Salmon.

For Christchurch Pickup: Pass through Geraldine and Fairlie, stop at Fairlie Bakehouse, and visit Lake Tekapo.

For Dunedin Pickup: Travel via Waitaki River and Omarama, with stops at Oamaru and High Country Salmon.

Enjoy panoramic stops at Lake Pukaki and a scenic drive to Mount Cook. Take in stunning views, walk the Hooker Valley Track with its swing bridges and Hooker Lake, spot alpine kea, or engage in Tasman Glacier View Walks. Visit the Mount Cook Visitor Centre to learn about the area’s history.

Choose to finish at Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin or end journey at Mount Cook. Total road time will be approximately 8.5 hours.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours – 12 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Waimate Journeys

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Packaged snacks & chocolates
Included: Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear
Included: Guide-Driver exclusively for your group
Included: Packaged water bottles

Not included

Not included: Food & Drinks
Not included: Travel Insurance
Not included: Anything not described in the inclusions

Itinerary

Lake Tekapo

30 min

For Christchurch pickups only: Visit the renowned ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ and take in its picturesque setting against the backdrop of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Enjoy a brief, leisurely walk along the shores of Lake Tekapo.
Lake Pukaki

30 min

As we approach Lake Pukaki, enjoy stops at panoramic lookout points. Visit Lake Pukaki, a stunning glacier-fed alpine lake known for its mesmerizing turquoise waters. Marvel at the beauty of this natural wonder as you take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak.
Aoraki/Mt. Cook

3 hours

The drive towards Mount Cook offers awe-inspiring views. Upon reaching Mount Cook, immerse yourself in the mesmerizing scenery. Opt for the Hooker Valley Track, featuring famous swing bridges, and catch a glimpse of ice at Hooker Lake as time permits. Look out for kea, the world’s only alpine parrot. Make a brief stop at Mount Cook Visitor Centre and learn more about the history and place or opt for Tasman Glacier View walks.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Avonhead Garden Motel
Athena Motel
Academy Motor Lodge
Hagley Park Motel
2 On Whiteleigh & 239 On Lincoln Motel
Ashleigh Court Motel
Quest Cathedral Junction
Apollo Motel Christchurch
Merivale Manor
Ferry Motel
Earnslaw Motel
Alglenn Motel

and 276 more pickup points

We can pick you up from your preferred location within Queenstown/Dunedin/Christchurch city. Please provide a pick-up location that is searchable on google maps.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Queenstown to Dunedin

Duration: 13 hours: Pickup at Queenstown & dropoff at Dunedin. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).

Queenstown to Dunedin: You'll be picked up in Queenstown and dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Queenstown, New Zealand

Pickup included
Christchurch To Queenstown

Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Christchurch & drop at Queenstown. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki(25 mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).

Christchurch To Queenstown: You'll be picked up in Christchurch and dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Christchurch, New Zealand

Pickup included
Pickup & Dropoff at Dunedin

Duration: 13 hours: Pickup and drop-off at Dunedin City. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki (30 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).

Pickup & Dropoff at Dunedin: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Dunedin, New Zealand

Pickup included
Dunedin to Queenstown

Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Dunedin & drop at Queenstown. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).

Dunedin to Queenstown: You'll be picked up in Dunedin and dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Dunedin, New Zealand

Pickup included
Pickup & Dropoff at Queenstown

Duration: 12 hours: Pickup and drop-off at Queenstown City. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki (30 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).

Pickup & Dropoff at Queenstown: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Queenstown, New Zealand

Pickup included
Dunedin to Christchurch

Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Dunedin & drop at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).

Dunedin to Christchurch: You'll be picked up in Dunedin and dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Dunedin, New Zealand

Pickup included
Pickup&Dropoff at Christchurch

Duration: 13 hours: Pickup and dropoff at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki (25 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).

Pickup&Dropoff at Christchurch: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Christchurch, New Zealand

Pickup included
Christchurch to Dunedin

Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Christchurch & drop at Dunedin. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki(25 mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).

Christchurch to Dunedin: You'll be picked up in Christchurch and dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Christchurch, New Zealand

Pickup included
Queenstown to Christchurch

Duration: 13 hours: Pickup at Queenstown & drop at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hrs).

Queenstown to Christchurch: You'll be picked up in Queenstown and dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.

Starting point:

Queenstown, New Zealand

Pickup included