Lake Tekapo StarGazing & Mt.Cook 2 Days Tour – Christchurch to Queenstown
Tour Overview
This 2-day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown takes you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in New Zealand. Travel in comfort with your own driver guide, explore the majestic Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, and stay overnight in a picturesque alpine village before continuing to Queenstown the next day.
- Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
- Vehicle: Toyota Prius, Alpha, Toyota Alphard, Toyota Hiace, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Mini Bus
- Guide: German, Chinese, French, Japanese, English, Korean & Hindi Speakers
- Note: 10 hours service per day. $130 NZD per hour for overtime fee
What's Included
- vehicle and driver/guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 1 Night accommodation in Mount Cook Village
- Bottle water & Wi-Fi in vehicle
Not Included
- Meals
- Accommodation in Queenstown
- Optional activities
Detailed Itinerary
Christchurch Departure
Start your journey from Christchurch with pickup from your hotel in a luxury vehicle.
Fairlie
Stop at the Fairlie Bakehouse is a renowned for hand-filled pies using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. It is beloved bakery and café in the South Island, New Zealand
Lake Tekapo
Stop by the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd and enjoy views of the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo. Stay night in Lake Tekapo to explore World-class stargazing. One of top things to do in New Zealand staying overnight ensures you catch a clear sky.
Lake Pukaki
Stop at Lake Pukaki is another stunning glacial lake. It’s renowned for its dazzling turquoise waters, panoramic views, Scenic Drives & Photography. The blue (turquoise) colour is due to fine silt particles, or glacial flour, in the water.
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.
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
Twizel
Pass by Twizel, a charming small town in Canterbury surrounded by four glacial-fed lakes.
Lindis Pass
Enjoy stunning views of tussock-covered hills as you make your way toward Central Otago.
Arrowtown
Visit Arrowtown, one of the world’s most famous places for autumn foliage (March–May). The trees along the river and main streets explode in shades of orange, red, and gold. Nestled beneath the Remarkables mountain range, with access to the Arrow River, Lake Hayes, and Tobin’s Track for panoramic hiking views.
Queenstown Arrival
Conclude your scenic journey in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand.