Top picks for Lake Tekapo Day tours
Discover 84 Day tours in Lake Tekapo on Trip.com, updated January 15, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 13 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From EUR 48.57 per person, with an average total of EUR 135.50. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 348 verified reviews, Day tours Lake Tekapo boast an average rating of 4.5.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch", with 196 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "New Zealand Lake Tekapo 90-minute Chameleon Stargazing Tour for 14 People with Professional Telescope", a 2-hour adventure in Lake Tekapo!
The next available day tour departs on January 16, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Lake Tekapo Day tours usually take about 2 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Lake Tekapo Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
January is the perfect time to visit Lake Tekapo! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch.
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96 travelers savedDuration: 2 hrsEnglish4.0/5Good· 3 reviews· 233 bookedFrom€53.78
Aoraki Mt Cook National Park (scenic flights available and booked separately)Duration: 13 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Very good· 33 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€164.03€172.67
Drive through the Southern Alps to the majestic Aoraki / Mount Cook, where the scenery is breathtaking.Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFrom€145.09
Be amazed by the views from the Church of the Good ShepherdDuration: 5.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationBook now for today5.0/5Excellent· 1 review5% offLimited-time saleFrom€94.00€98.95
A classic route in New Zealand's South Island, this hassle-free travel option eliminates the need for self-driving. Join a group of international travelers for a highly cost-effective experience.Duration: 13.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€239.09
Enjoy amazing views from the CHurch of the Good ShepherdDuration: 5.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5% offLimited-time saleFrom€94.00€98.95
Flexible route with no backtracking: Option to depart from Christchurch or Tekapo, with the trip concluding in Christchurch, Mount Cook, Tekapo town, or Queenstown.Duration: 12 hrsEnglishFrom€86.33![Christchurch & Aoraki / Mount Cook & Tekapo Small Group Tour [Starts in Christchurch / Ends in Queenstown]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586212000nrh75ocE0B5_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Tekapo and visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd, a picturesque landmark.Duration: 5.5 hrsEnglish3.0/5· 1 reviewFrom€210.13
Lake Pukaki: Capture the beauty of glacial-fed watersDuration: 13 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 5 reviewsFrom€197.41
New Zealand Tekapo Silver River Stargazing Experience 10-Person Group 14-Inch Professional Telescope
The guide has extensive knowledge of astronomy and years of experience as a stargazing guide. Bilingual guide services are available in English and Japanese.Duration: 1.4 hrsEnglishFrom€48.84
Duration: 11 hrsEnglishFree cancellation3.0/5· 2 reviewsFrom€194.48
47 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 13 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 196 reviews· 21 bookedFrom€138.91
Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of Lake Tekapo and visit the famous Church of the Good Shepherd to admire this picturesque landmark.Duration: 2.8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€189.09![New Zealand Mount Cook + Lake Tekapo + The Church of the Good Shepherd Tour [Small Group of 16 with Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352h12000ofmkmhx7A11_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
70 travelers savedDuration: 11.4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 27 bookedFrom€128.81![Christchurch + The Church of the Good Shepherd + Lake Tekapo 1-day tour [Christchurch to Mount Cook]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0355112000pbh12y307AB_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Christchurch + The Church of the Good Shepherd + Lake Tekapo 1-day tour [Christchurch to Mount Cook]
Take a luxury bus from Christchurch or Mount Cook to admire the magnificent scenery of the Canterbury Plains, with a brief stop at Lake Tekapo.Duration: 3 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€95.50
A classic route in New Zealand's South Island, this hassle-free travel option eliminates the need for self-driving. Join a group of international travelers for a highly cost-effective experience.Duration: 11 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€239.09![Aoraki / Mount Cook + Church of the Good Shepherd + Lake Pukaki + Lake Tekapo 1-day tour [From Christchurch to Queenstown]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351d12000phdwums4D64_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Explore the stunning Southern Alps between Christchurch and Queenstown with comfortable and convenient transportation.Duration: 9.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€183.07![Aoraki / Mount Cook + Church of the Good Shepherd + Lake Pukaki + Lake Tekapo Day Tour [From Queenstown to Christchurch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0104c120008i89cl03373_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Explore the stunning Southern Alps between Christchurch and Queenstown with comfortable and convenient transportation.Duration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€183.07
Before placing an order, please consult customer support and confirm availability (classic routes, limited spots).Duration: 7.4 hrsEnglishFrom€184.44
98.8% of travelers recommendDuration: 8.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 82 reviewsFrom€73.72- Church of the Good ShepardDuration: 6 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 5 reviewsFrom€111.32
![Christchurch to Queenstown: Lake Tekapo + Church of the Good Shepherd + Aoraki / Mount Cook [English Tour]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0354m12000lgzu240F876_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Small group of 16 or fewer, enjoy a day tour from Christchurch to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, hiking to explore the Tasman Glacier.Duration: 10.9 hrsEnglishFrom€226.25
57 travelers savedDuration: 2.9 hrsEnglish117 bookedFrom€48.84
The guide is highly experienced with extensive knowledge in astronomy; the explanations are easy to understand and suitable for visitors of all ages, fluent in both Chinese and English.Duration: 4.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellation41 bookedFrom€48.57![[Professional Guide/Luxury Telescope] 90-Minute Stargazing Experience at Lake Tekapo with Chameleon Tours](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0580f12000qbag8kyE4DF_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
[Professional Telescope] Celestron CPC Deluxe 9.25-inch TelescopeDuration: 1.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFrom€53.95
Adventure in a 4WD van, capturing Southern Alps and Aoraki Mt. Cook viewsDuration: 2 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Great· 3 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€69.83€73.51
Capture the best scenic photos of Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook & Lake PukakiDuration: 3 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 5 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€163.36€171.96
Aoraki Mt Cook National Park (scenic flights available and booked separately)Duration: 5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Great· 9 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€128.87€135.66
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Reviews: New Zealand Lake Tekapo 90-minute Chameleon Stargazing Tour for 14 People with Professional Telescope
Guest User2025-11-13
It was a fantastic experience. The teacher's explanations were very engaging, and I learned a lot. I learned how to identify the Southern Cross, Alpha Beta Centauri, and that the brightest star is Sirius. Gazing at the starry sky and listening to the explanations, and afterwards enjoying hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows, plus a group photo under the stars, it was all unforgettable.★
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Reviews: From Christchurch: Queenstown via Tekapo & Mt Cook Day Trip
Guest User2025-12-25
Our family of 4 had Diana and Joe as our guides. Diana picked us up in CHC and narrated the history of the sights we visited as she drove the van down to Mt Cooke. Very informative! We were going on to Queenstown so we switched to Joe's van, who was also very helpful and friendly. It was stress-free travel with everything taken care of, including bathroom breaks, prearranged lunch and snacks/water. Highly recommend!★
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Reviews: Christchurch round-trip + Aoraki / Mount Cook + Lake Tekapo + Church of the Good Shepherd + Lake Pukaki 1-day tour
Guest User2026-01-06
It was a fantastic English-language day tour with friends from all over the world on board. The drivers were from Nepal, the US, and New Zealand. They were very friendly and professional. The journey was quite tiring, but Ye kept chatting with us, making us feel less lonely. Although the itinerary was rushed, it was still very fulfilling, and we visited all the places we wanted to see.★
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Reviews: Mount Cook Day Tour: Mount Cook to Christchurch
Guest User2025-02-24
Comfortable bus, good driver who gave us great commentary about the various towns we drove through.
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