(MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch
Overview
Carefully timed stops at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and NZ Alpine Lavender Farm offer world-class photo opportunities.
Travel during lavender bloom season (Nov–Mar) for purple fields framed by snow-capped mountains.
A rare addition to any day tour: NZ Alpine Lavender, the largest certified organic lavender farm in the Southern Hemisphere.
Enjoy artisan lavender ice cream, high-quality local products, and breathtaking lavender fields—only available Nov to March.
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What's Included
- Air Conditiooned and Clean Vehicle
- Small group upto 11 Pax
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Christchurch central Hotels
- Bottled water
- Additional Activities
- Food and Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
We'll meet you at your accommodation with in Christchurch Central location
What To Expect
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Christchurch (pass by)
Geraldine
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Tekapo
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Church of the Good Shepherd
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Pukaki
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New Zealand Alpine Lavender
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Aoraki/Mt. Cook
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tasman Glacier
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Christchurch (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the (MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch?
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Activity code: C-150453P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Air Conditiooned and Clean Vehicle.
- Small group upto 11 Pax.
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Christchurch central Hotels.
- Bottled water.
- Additional Activities.
- food and Drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the (MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for (MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Air Conditiooned and Clean Vehicle
- Small group upto 11 Pax
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Christchurch central Hotels
- Bottled water
- Additional Activities
- Food and Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
