Mt Cook Full Day Private Tour Via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

Geraldine will be out first stop after starting our journey from Christchurch for a refreshment break(Coffee/Toilet Break)

Fairlie is a small town located in the South Island of New Zealand. It serves as a gateway for travelers 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.

At you final destination, 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.

Get a coffee after lunch keeps you energetic to the way back! We stop briefly to use the toilets and you can hopefully catch a gorgeous sunset photo of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shephard.

We stop briefly to use the toilets and buy coffee/water

We're finishing off this fantastic day with your drop off in Christchurch. Will see you soon for your next adventure!