New Zealand Tour

1. Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park
2. Canterbury Plains from Christchurch
3. Geraldine - for morning tea (own expense)
4. Lake Tekapo
5. Church of the Good Shepherd
6. Lake Pukaki - stunning glacial-fed lake
7. Mount Cook Village
8. Optional Mt Cook scenic flight (own expense)
9. Queenstown

Departures

Booking Confirmation:

• Confirmation E-Voucher will be sent within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
• E-Voucher contains operator details, times and local contact telephone numbers
• This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel

This tour takes you from Christchurch, through diverse farmland to Lake Tekapo, where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd. Your tour continues along the Tasman River before arriving at the location of New Zealand's tallest mountain Aoraki / Mt Cook. There is time to experience an optional scenic helicopter or ski plane flight (weather permitting) before departing for New Zealand's Adventure Capital, Queenstown.

Travel from Christchurch through the rich pastoral farmland of the Canterbury Plains, then travel inland to the township of Geraldine where you stop for morning tea (own expense). You'll be swept away by the landscape of the flat Canterbury Plains, from the massive hydro dams, to the blue waters of Lake Tekapo and the awe-inspiring backdrop of Mt Cook.

From Geraldine travel across historic Burkes Pass before descending to the stunning glacial-fed Lake Tekapo to visit the Church of the Good Shepherd that stands on the lake foreshore.

Travel up the western side of Lake Pukaki to Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park, Australasia’s highest mountain at 3754 metres. Spend time enjoying lunch (own expense) or exploring the Mount Cook Village. There is time to experience an optional activities like a scenic helicopter or skiplane flight with a snow landing (weather permitting).

As you travel south from Mt Cook, you will meander through the tawny tussock land of the Mackenzie Country. Sit back and take in the natural wonders and ever changing environment of this spectacular region.

Queenstown is an internationally recognised four seasons alpine and lake resort. With a wide variety of things to see and do, it is perfect for adventurers and leisure seekers alike.

This tour in reverse is “Queenstown, Mt Cook, Christchurch”.

• Experienced driver-guides provide full commentary
• Glass roofed coaches on a number of tours.
• Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off service from inner city hotels. Pick-up and drop-off details must be advised at the time of booking
• Child ages are 5-15 years inclusive (0-5 years are free if sitting on a lap, but if a seat is required a child fare must be paid)