Activity Details
What To Expect
Witness the majestic beauty of New Zealand on this one-way, full day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown or vice versa! The major gateway of South Island, Christchurch is a welcoming city with a dynamic vibe. Visit its suburban hotspots, arty centre, beaches, and gardens, before hitting the open road via Mount Cook going to Christchurch. Standing at 3,754 meters above sea level, Mount Cook's fitting Maori name is 'cloud piercer' — and you'll understand why. Throughout your journey through the Southern Alps and the Otago countryside, listen to the live commentary from your driver-guide as you marvel at the vivid natural splendor of New Zealand's South Island. Soak up the expansive views of glacial lakes, rolling vineyards, and natural thermal pools, and inhale the crisp alpine air as well! Visit the glacier-fed Lake Tekapo where you can view the Church of the Good Shepherd. If you want a tour that treats you to a panorama of New Zealand's spectacular ever-changing scenery, from rugged mountain ranges and open plains to dens forests and glacial lakes, then this tour is for you!
Soak in the amazing alpine scenery on this day tour of Christchurch and Queenstown!
Don't miss New Zealand's adventure capital — Queenstown — and try its daring activities
Visit the Arrowtown Holiday Park where you can go for walks around the Arrow River or follow the bike trails
Feed the fish, purchase salmon, and take in the scenery at High Country Salmon on State Highway 8
Confirmation:
- You will receive a confirmation of your booking's availability within 2 business days. Once confirmed, we will send you the voucher via email
- In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email
Sample Itinerary:
- You may tweak the itinerary based on your preferences
- 8:30am pick up at your hotel
- Feed fish in High Country Salmon
- Have a tour in Gibbston valley and enjoy drinks there
- Have lunch in a cafe in Tekapo
- View Mt. Cook from Lake Pukaki viewing point
- 5:00pm arrive at Queenstown/Christchurch, tour ends
What To Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Suitable outdoor clothing
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Camera or GoPro
- Child seat
Additional Information:
- Alcohol can only be served to participants aged 18+
- Pacticipants aged 0-17 should be accompanied by at least one paying adult
- Since this tour involves a lot of walking, it is not recommended for PWDs to participate
- A child seat is compulsory for children aged 0-7
- One child seat can be provided free of charge. Succeeding child seats incur a surcharge of NZD15/seat. Please indicate the number of child seats you need upon checkout
- You may also bring your own child seat/s
- The tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
- The driver-guide with basic English-speaking skills will provide Chinese commentary. The driver-guide will be responsible for the ground transportation and commentary throughout the tour. A guide employed by the site will be present at the tour stops and will be able to provide English commentary
- You may choose to start the tour in Queenstown or Christchurch. Please select your preferred starting location upon booking
Luggage Size Restrictions
- The vehicle can accommodate the following luggage:
- 2 standard sized luggages for a 5-seater vehicle
- 3 standard sized luggages for a 7-seater vehicle
- 6 standard sized lugagees for a 13-seater vehicle
- Standard size: 24 inches
Inclusions
- 10 hours tour guide
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 01:00 at least 3 days before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 01:00 at least 3 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
- If you need to change your booking, please cancel and rebook
- Trip.com only provides the booking service for this travel product. The specific cancellation policies are strictly in accordance with the supplier's standards. Please read carefully before booking
How to Use It
- You can present either a printed or a mobile voucher for this activity
- The voucher is valid only on the date and time specified
Activity Essentials
Hotel Pick Up Information:
Please be at the hotel lobby/pick up location 15 minutes before the scheduled pick up time
Time: 8:30am-9:00am
Please indicate your hotel name and address upon checkout
Pick up and drop off services are free in Christchurch/Queenstown. Please fill in your detailed hotel address at checkout page
Pick up from hotel/pick up location outside the free area should pay extra charge on the day of the tour
Important Information
Hotel Pick Up Information:
- Please be at the hotel lobby/pick up location 15 minutes before the scheduled pick up time
- Time: 8:30am-9:00am
- Please indicate your hotel name and address upon checkout
- Pick up and drop off services are free in Christchurch/Queenstown. Please fill in your detailed hotel address at checkout page
- Pick up from hotel/pick up location outside the free area should pay extra charge on the day of the tour
The vehicle can accommodate the following luggage:
- 2 standard sized luggages for a 5-seater vehicle
- 3 standard sized luggages for a 7-seater vehicle
- 6 standard sized lugagees for a 13-seater vehicle
- Standard size: 24 inches
