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5-Day Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown South Island Tour Tour from Queenstown to Christchurch Tour Code: 300-20720

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Visit Dunedin (Baldwin Street, Dunedin Railway Station, Larnach Castle, Saint Paul's Cathedral, Speight's Brewery, University of Otago), Christchurch, Lake Tekapo Township (Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo), Mount Cook National Park, Queenstown. 1 day free in Queenstown.
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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • The price is subject to change based on hotel availability. In cases of sold-out hotels, major events, public holidays, or changes in hotel star ratings. We reserve the right to issue a separate payment link for any additional charges incurred.
  • Triple rooms in New Zealand typically consist of one double/queen bed and one single bed (or rollaway bed). If three separate beds are required, please advise in advance.
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1477
    ￥10036
    Rs.140811
    €1292
    C$2100
    Double
    $1112
    ￥7556
    Rs.106014
    €973
    C$1581
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 5-12)
    $927
    ￥6299
    Rs.88376
    €811
    C$1318
    Infant
    (Age under 4)
    $835
    ￥5674
    Rs.79606
    €731
    C$1188
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1414
    ￥9608
    Rs.134805
    €1237
    C$2011
    Double
    $1049
    ￥7128
    Rs.100007
    €918
    C$1492
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 5-12)
    $865
    ￥5878
    Rs.82466
    €757
    C$1230
    Infant
    (Age under 4)
    $772
    ￥5246
    Rs.73599
    €675
    C$1098
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1289
    ￥8758
    Rs.122888
    €1128
    C$1833
    Double
    $924
    ￥6278
    Rs.88090
    €808
    C$1314
    3rd Person
    Child
    (Age 5-12)
    $739
    ￥5021
    Rs.70453
    €647
    C$1051
    Infant
    (Age under 4)
    $647
    ￥4396
    Rs.61683
    €566
    C$920
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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • The price is subject to change based on hotel availability. In cases of sold-out hotels, major events, public holidays, or changes in hotel star ratings. We reserve the right to issue a separate payment link for any additional charges incurred.
  • Triple rooms in New Zealand typically consist of one double/queen bed and one single bed (or rollaway bed). If three separate beds are required, please advise in advance.
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
Day 1 Queenstown
Day 2 A full day of leisure in Queenstown or Golden Autumn Special Gift (May - Sep): Arrowtown and Glenorchy 1-day tour
Day 3 Queenstown - Dunedin (171 km)
Day 4 Dunedin - Mount Cook National Park - Lake Tekapo Township (303 km)
Day 5 Lake Tekapo Township - Christchurch (181 km)

Day 1: Queenstown

Standard Hotel: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront Queenstown or similar
Meal: Excluded
Arrive independently in Queenstown, the honeymoon town (please confirm the exact time with your guide). Take the Skyline Gondola up to Bob's Peak (790m) for panoramic views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu, with Glenorchy and the surrounding mountains in the distance. At the top, you can stroll the viewing platforms, try the luge (optional), or relax at the café – and enjoy the town's pure, vibrant energy.
Note: The guide will arrive in Queenstown around 5PM. Guests may wait at the airport for the guide or check into the hotel on their own.

  • Queenstown, NZD

    Queenstown, NZD
    Located in the South Island of New Zealand along Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is an urban, resort town popularized for its adventure tourism, which includes snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, and paragliding. The Lord of the Rings film trilogy also features locations from Queenstown and surrounding locations.

    Skyline Gondola

    You’ll be carried 450 metres above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob's Peak, where you’ll enjoy the best views in the region unfolding before your eyes. You get to experience a spectacular 220 degree panorama with breath-taking views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter and Cecil Peak and, of course, Queenstown.

Day 2: A full day of leisure in Queenstown or Golden Autumn Special Gift (May - Sep): Arrowtown and Glenorchy 1-day tour

Standard Hotel: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront Queenstown or similar
Breakfast: Included (Western-style at the hotel)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Today offers a full day of leisure in picturesque Queenstown. Nestled between majestic mountains and a sparkling lake, this town is hailed as one of the world's most beautiful resort destinations - a paradise for both relaxation and adventure.

Tailor your day to your interests:

  • For Film Buffs: Journey to the fairytale-like village of Glenorchy to explore real-life The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit filming locations.

  • For Thrill-Seekers: Get your adrenaline pumping with world-class activities like skydiving, bungy jumping, paragliding, or jet boating.

  • For a Leisurely Pace: Soak in panoramic views from the gondola, take a scenic helicopter flight over snow-capped peaks and glaciers, or enjoy a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

  • For a Spontaneous Day: Simply wander the vibrant streets, listen to buskers, and savor coffee by the lake.

Don't forget to try the legendary Fergburger - a deliciously juicy bite you won't forget.

Golden Autumn Special Gift: May - Sep, Arrowtown (Gold Mining Town) + Glenorchy (Hidden Paradise) 1-day tour. If guests have already arranged paid activities in Queenstown, it will be regarded as voluntary waiver of this day's itinerary.

  • Queenstown, NZD

    Queenstown, NZD
    Located in the South Island of New Zealand along Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is an urban, resort town popularized for its adventure tourism, which includes snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, and paragliding. The Lord of the Rings film trilogy also features locations from Queenstown and surrounding locations.

Day 3: Queenstown - Dunedin (171 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Scenic hotel Southern Cross or similar 4 stars hotel
Breakfast: Included (Western-style at the hotel)|Lunch: Included (2-Course Meal at the Speight's Brewery)|Dinner: Included (Chinese Hot Pot)

After breakfast, travel to Dunedin for a city tour. Key stops include St. Paul's Cathedral, the historic University of Otago, the iconic Dunedin Railway Station, and the world's steepest Baldwin Street. Enjoy a special two-course lunch at the historic Speight's Brewery.The afternoon features a visit to Larnach Castle, New Zealand's only castle, to explore its grand interiors and gardens.

  • Dunedin, NZD

    Dunedin, NZD
    Dunedin is a bustling urban, cultural center in the Otago region in the South Island of New Zealand. It offers a wide variety of attractions for visitors including the theatre, music, museums, sporting events, universities, parks, gardens, architecture, and much more.

    Saint Paul's Cathedral

    Dunedin Railway Station

    Dunedin Railway Station
    Embodies Dunedin's wealthy inheritance, This building perhaps is New Zealand’s most photographed building. The ornate Flemish Renaissance-style architecture features white Oamaru limestone facings on black basalt rock. The sheer size, grandiose style and rich embellishments of the station earned architect George Troup the nickname of Gingerbread George.

    Baldwin Street

    Located in Dunedin, New Zealand, Baldwin Street is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's steepest residential Street. At its maximum incline, the slope of Baldwin Street is 19 degrees or a gradient of 35%.

    University of Otago

    Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest university. Its Dunedin campus is renowned for its Scottish-style stone buildings and stunning gardens, often ranked among the world's most beautiful campuses, blending academic prestige with photographic charm.

    Speight's Brewery

    Speight's Brewery is one of New Zealand's oldest breweries, established in Dunedin since 1876. A cultural icon of the South Island, it offers classic brewery tours and authentic Western meals in its beloved pub with a retro-industrial ambiance.

    Larnach Castle

    The castle is set high above the harbour where William Larnach commissioned the construction of New Zealand’s only castle in 1871. It is also well known for its 14 hectare garden and grounds which has been recognised as a Garden of International Significance.

Day 4: Dunedin - Mount Cook National Park - Lake Tekapo Township (303 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Tekapo holiday home and enjoy a high-end experience within the Dark Sky Reserve
Breakfast: Included (Western-style at the hotel)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Included (Buffet)

After breakfast, travel to Mount Cook National Park. En route, stop at a salmon farm for optional tasting. Explore the park's stunning landscapes, with an optional helicopter flight to the Tasman Glacier (weather permitting). In the afternoon, visit Lake Tekapo. See the Church of the Good Shepherd and enjoy the world-famous starry skies in the Dark Sky Reserve. Overnight at a unique lodge.

  • Mount Cook National Park, NZD

    Mount Cook National Park, NZD
    Mount Cook, locally known as Aoraki, is the highest mountain in New Zealand measuring 12,218 feet tall. An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Cook is a beautiful, diverse location like no other. Enjoy exploring peaks, valleys, lakes, forests, and more.

    Mount Cook Helicopter Tour

    Mount Cook Helicopter Tour
    Admire the beauty and scale of New Zealand's largest mountain, Mount Cook, from the sky with a helicopter tour. Locally known as Aoraki, guests learn about the mountain's cultural and historical importance from knowledgeable pilots while admiring the grandeur of the Southern Alps.

    Duration: 20 Minutes to 1 Hour

  • Lake Tekapo Township, NZD

    Lake Tekapo Township, NZD
    Located near the Mackenzie Basin, the Lake Tekapo Township is a small community surrounded mountain ranges, lakes and natural beauty. It is also home to Mount John University Observatory, the Church of the Good Shepherd, Waitaki Dam, and more.

    Lake Tekapo

    Lake Tekapo
    Lake Tekapo is the second-largest of three roughly parallel lakes running north-south along the northern edge of the Mackenzie Basin in the South Island of New Zealand (the others are Lake Pukaki and Lake Ohau).

    Church of the Good Shepherd

    Church of the Good Shepherd
    The Church of the Good Shepherd is situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains. It was built to the glory of God as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country.

Day 5: Lake Tekapo Township - Christchurch (181 km)

Breakfast: Included (Western-style at the hotel)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, capture the picture-perfect scenery of Lake Tekapo and its dreamy turquoise waters. Afterwards, return to Christchurch.

  • Lake Tekapo Township, NZD

    Lake Tekapo Township, NZD
    Located near the Mackenzie Basin, the Lake Tekapo Township is a small community surrounded mountain ranges, lakes and natural beauty. It is also home to Mount John University Observatory, the Church of the Good Shepherd, Waitaki Dam, and more.

  • Christchurch, NZD

    Christchurch, NZD
    The largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, Christchurch is an urban center in the Canterbury region. Nicknamed the Garden City, Christchurch is known for its Anglican cathedral, arts, museums, and as being a gateway for Antarctic expeditions.
  • Arrive independently in Queenstown (please confirm the exact time with your guide).
    Note: The guide will arrive in Queenstown around 5PM. Guests may wait at the airport for the guide or check into the hotel on their own.
  • Complimentary Christchurch Airport Drop-off: please arrange your flight departing after 3:30 PM.

Price Includes

  • First Entry Tickets to Skyline Gondola, and Larnach Castle.
  • 4 nights hotel accomodation and hotel breakfasts
  • Transportation (12-35 seats, The type of vehicle used will base on the number of guests on the day. 7-seat minivan; Minivan; motorcoach)
  • Driver-Guide
  • Meals explicitly listed

Price Excludes

  • Guide gratuities (recommended at NZD $6 per person per day). The driver-guide service is limited to 10 hours per day. Overtime is charged at NZD $150 per hour, payable in cash directly to the guide.
  • Meals, airfare, visa fees, and any personal optional expenses.
  • Any additional costs incurred due to factors beyond our control (e.g., weather, transportation, hotel availability).
  • Comprehensive travel insurance (highly recommended)

Additional Note

  • Strict No-Smoking Policy: Smoking is strictly prohibited in all hotel rooms and on balconies. Violators will face a minimum fine of NZD $500 imposed by the hotel. Occupants of the room will be held jointly liable for any fine issued. Non-payment will authorize the hotel to submit the claim to the New Zealand Disputes Tribunal for recovery. All resulting fines, legal costs, and any adverse effects on visas or immigration status are the sole responsibility of the individual.
  • Health Advisory: If you are prone to motion sickness, please prepare motion sickness medication and vomit bags in advance.
  • Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend that all guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover losses from unforeseen circumstances such as trip cancellation, additional transportation, or loss of valuables. Guests who voluntarily forgo insurance will be personally responsible for all risks and associated costs.
  • Luggage Allowance: Due to the specific requirements of this group tour, each guest is limited to one piece of luggage not exceeding 26 inches in size.

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