Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Adventure Trip

Embark on a 2-day trip that will take you between Christchurch and Queenstown through the very beautiful scenery of Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo. Bathe in the turquoise shimmer of lakes fed with glacial waters. Marvel at the heights of Aoraki/Mount Cook.

This tour is a perfect blend of adventure and serenity in New Zealand’s high country.

$2350

Up to 4 persons included

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Lake Tekapo - Mount Cook Drive Highlights

Lake Tekapo

Visit Church of the Good Shepherd. Experience the tranquility as you witness clear blue water extending beyond the endless sky.

Magical Stargazing

Spend a magical night in Lake Tekapo. This place is well-known for its ultra-dark skies and breathtaking stargazing. A dream come true for romantics and stargazers alike.

Lake Pukaki

Distinctive blue color caused by glacier dust promises a surreal view. You’ll feel like Mother Nature has dipped her brush in turquoise & painted the horizon.

Tasman Glacier

Take an easy walk to one of the best views of the Tasman Glacier. For those unaware, it’s called New Zealand's biggest glacier and sits at the base of the Southern Alps.

Hooker Valley

The dawn walk from the Hooker Valley Track is worth it because this place is where morning light touches icy peaks. Mesmerizing.

Autumn Gold

Get lost in the picture book streets of Arrowtown. Hike through the trails along the beautiful Arrow River to Queenstown.

What's Included

2-Day Lake Tekapo and Mt. Cook Trip is one of the most popular packages with The Journey right now. Here's everything it brings for the participants:

Professional Driver
Private transport
Clean and comfortable vehicle
Local travel expert
Meet and greet
Free water bottle
Free coffee
Professional photography (Additionally charged)

What's not included: Food, tickets, whale cruise tickets, and other activities are not covered in the Tour price.

Travel Itinerary

Day 1:

Morning pickup from your Christchurch hotel. Head out on a 2-day trip in your luxury vehicle.
Pause in Fairlie to sample famous local pies at Bakehouse. Iconic South Island treat.
Head on to Lake Tekapo to take pictures. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd. Take a walk around the turquoise shores.
Go to Lake Pukaki to see panoramic landscapes and glacial-fed dazzlers. Perfect for a memorable break.
Stay overnight in Mount Cook Village where you can stare up at some of the clearest skies in the world.

Day 2:

Wake up early and start your journey to witness a beautiful sunrise over the Southern Alps on the Hooker Valley Track.
Head to the Tasman Glacier lookout for inspiring mountains and glacier vistas.
Stop by Twizel, enveloped in glistening lakes and the alpine.
Journey onward through Lindis Pass with its golden tussock hills and panoramic mountain views.
Head to Arrowtown and walk the picturesque roads and hiking paths, then to Queenstown, which is the ultimate fun of your tour.

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