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Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo & Christchurch Tour (One-Way)

South Island

Cheeky Kea Tours

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Start: Aoraki Mount Cook
Finish: Christchurch
Location: Aoraki Mt Cook
Travel Time: 5 hours

Scenic Journey from Mt Cook to Christchurch

This thoughtfully designed tour offers a seamless way to journey from Mt Cook to Christchurch while taking in some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking scenery. Travelling in a modern, eco-friendly minibus, you’ll enjoy the beauty of Aoraki National Park and crystal-clear Lake Pukaki. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating stories about the region’s culture, history, and geology.

A stop at Lake Tekapo is one of the highlights, with its turquoise waters and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd offering unforgettable views. The small group setting ensures a more personal and relaxed pace, perfect for travellers who enjoy comfort and meaningful experiences. By the time you arrive in Christchurch, you’ll have enjoyed a scenic and enriching journey that feels more like an adventure than a transfer.

Search icon Scenic drive along Lake Pukaki towards Aoraki/Mount Cook
Search icon Snow-covered mountains reflecting on the calm waters of Lake Tekapo
Search icon Sheepdog monument overlooking Lake Tekapo with mountains in background
Search icon Church of the Good Shepherd with snowy mountains reflecting in Lake Tekapo
Search icon Golden autumn trees reflecting in Lake Tekapo waters
Search icon Panoramic aerial view of Lake Tekapo with the Southern Alps
Search icon Historic Fairlie Post Office building from 1908
Search icon Four Peaks mountain range in Canterbury with patchwork farmland in the foreground
Search icon Visitors punting on the Avon River in Christchurch, passing under a bridge near the Botanic Gardens
Search icon Historic Tram 11 crossing Worcester Bridge in central Christchurch
  • Small Group Tours
  • Carbon Neutral Travel
  • Fully Guided Transfer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • USB Charging Available
  • 100% Authentic Kiwi Experience
  • Adults: 15 years and over
  • Children: 4-14 years
  • Outside 24 hours before travel: Full refund**
  • Within 24 hours before travel: No refund.

**Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Each passenger is allowed:

  • One large bag (maximum combined dimensions of 158cm / 62 inches and up to 23kg)
  • One small bag or daypack (up to 7kg)

All luggage must be clearly labelled with your name, address, contact details, and destination.

If you’re planning to bring extra or oversized luggage, please get in touch with us before your tour—extra charges may apply, and we’ll need to confirm there’s space.

Travelling with a wheelchair, mobility scooter, or baby pushchair that can’t be collapsed to fit the standard luggage size? No worries—just let us know in advance so we can help make the right arrangements.

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