Key Info:

• Price: Varies based on group size.
• Duration: 7 Hours
• Group Type & Size: Private tour exclusively for your group of 1 to 10 travelers
• Pickup from: From Timaru
• Pickup Time: Flexible based on your cruise ship arrival time
• Finish Tour at: Timaru
• Tour language: English. Other language options are subject to the availability of a tour guide.
  

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Features:

• Immerse yourself in the majestic scenery of Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki and Lake Tekapo
• Enjoy the scenic beauty of alpine flora and fauna, and glacial waters
• A private vehicle experience with a knowledgeable guide/driver exclusively for your group
• Enjoy complimentary water bottles, light packaged snacks and WiFi on board

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Description:

Whether you’re on a cruise ship stopover or enjoying a short stay in Timaru, experience Mount Cook on a shorter time frame with our 7-hour option. Embark on a beautiful journey from Timaru to Aoraki Mount Cook. Your day starts with a morning pick-up from your hotel or arrival point anywhere within Timaru city. Our first stop is the renowned ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ in Lake Tekapo. Take a brief walk along the picturesque Lake Tekapo for 15 minutes. As we approach Lake Pukaki, enjoy a stop at a panoramic lookout point for 15 minutes and a scenic drive parallel to the tranquil blue waters, allowing you to soak in the serenity and capture breathtaking moments. The drive towards Mount Cook offers awe-inspiring views. Upon reaching Mount Cook, immerse yourself in the mesmerizing scenery for 45 minutes to 1 hour. During your stop at Mount Cook, you can choose to either go for a short hike up to the first swing bridge at Hooker Valley Track or visit the Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre. Though shorter in duration, this tour offers a chance to create unforgettable memories of visiting Mount Cook.

Regrettably, our enchanting journey concludes as we drop you off at your preferred location. Cherish the memories of a time filled with spectacular landscapes and the essence of New Zealand’s natural beauty.

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Includes:

• Pickup and drop-off
• Private vehicle experience with a guide/driver
• Water bottles
• Packaged snacks
• WiFi in the vehicle
• Commentary
• Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear

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Excludes:

• Meals and Drinks
• Travel Insurance
• Anything not described in the inclusions

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Additional Information:

• Most travelers with a general level of fitness can participate, except those who are pregnant, have mobility impairments, or serious medical conditions.
• Be in comfortable walking shoes and having sunscreen is recommended if the weather is sunny.
• This tour operates in all weather conditions unless there is a road closure. Weather can change rapidly in the alpine region, so carrying a warm waterproof jacket is always a good idea.
• Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance.
• This tour is perfect for those with limited time who still want to briefly experience the beauty of Mount Cook. It will operate on a tight schedule.