Queenstown to Mt Cook

From NZD$215

4.9

(24 reviews)

Departs from: Queenstown

Duration: 5 hours

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Travel from Queenstown to Aoraki/Mt Cook in comfort and style on this fully guided small group tour. This one-way journey is more than just a transfer, it’s a scenic adventure through some of the South Island’s most breathtaking landscapes. With your passionate Cheeky Kiwi guide sharing stories and hidden gems along the way, you’ll enjoy spectacular views, photo stops, and a few surprises that make the journey every bit as special as the destination.

Please note

Lunch is not provided on this tour, there will be several opportunities for you to purchase food along the way.

The Hooker Valley Track is currently CLOSED while the Department of Conservation works on replacing one of the swing bridges. This is expected to be complete in Autumn 2026 so the track will be inaccessible to the public until then

Why you’ll love this

Enjoy photo stops at Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass, and Lake Pukaki

See the best of the Southern Alps on a stunning road trip to Mt Cook

Travel in comfort with a knowledgeable and entertaining local guide

Discover charming towns and dramatic alpine scenery along the way

Experience a small group adventure that’s relaxed, personal, and full of character

Itinerary

What’s included

Small group, fully guided tour

Modern, comfortable, luxury minibus

Snacks and bottled water

Multiple scenic photo stops

Optional Extras

Scenic flights with glacier landings

Visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

Why choose us

Famously passionate tour guides

Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.

Travel in comfort

Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.

Award-winning tours

Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.

Kiwi owned. Kiwi operated

Proudly local and passionate about sharing authentic New Zealand with every traveller.

Stories worth sharing

9/14/2025

Great experience to Mt. cook

I chose this tour because I wanted to enjoy the journey to Mt. Cook as well, and it turned out to be a great decision. Although it was an early start, thanks to that we were able to see the beautiful scenery along the way in the best conditions. Our driver and guide gave us fascinating explanations about history and nature, and even after we arrived, he kindly made suggestions tailored to each guest’s needs. We also had plenty of time to enjoy the café and souvenir shop we stopped at, and the views of the Lindis Pass and Lake Pukaki were absolutely stunning. I’m truly glad I joined this tour, and I would definitely love to join again.

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8/16/2025

Amazing and informative trip

Amazing trip, highly recommend this tour Kristian our driver and guide was extremely professional and informative. Great stops along the way.

Mark B

7/6/2025

Great tour

Lynette was awesome! Lynette was so knowledgeable and gave us so much information. The tour was also very well organised and we had plenty of stops and time to go.

C b

6/6/2025

Well-organised

The tour was well-organised, and our guide Kamberly was friendly and knowledgeable, providing useful information about both Queenstown and Mt. Cook.

Jiacheng L

6/2/2025

Great transfer to Mt. Cook

Kimberly was a fantastic guide and driver. We really enjoyed her commentary and flexibility. This is a great way to transit to Mt. Cook/Aoraki without the stress of driving ourselves.

shannonadcock

2/13/2025

Outstanding Tour with an entertaining guide

This was my third Queenstown to Mt Cook with Cheeky Kiwi. My guide Hannah still managed to keep me entertained with her commentary and gave me new info I had not heard before. The tour works as a combi, arriving in Mt Cook somewhere between 11 am and 11:20, departing at 14:30. Some passengers are dropped off for scheduled heli flights and some for the Hooker Valley hike. For those doing neither, Hannah had other suggestions, such as hanging out at The Hermitage Hotel, or doing other hikes. The driver can fit in other drop-offs if these fit within the logistics, which must include her statutory 30 min break. Since I was staying at Mt Cook, I could be dropped off at The Tasman Glacier car park with my plan to walk/hitch back to my accomodation. This worked a treat for me, it may not always be possible. My recommendation is to come prepared for a short hike, the one to Kea Point is easy 35 min each way and outstanding scenery of Mt Sefton and Mt Cook. The amble around the village and the Visitor's Centre is also worth doing.

Maria D

1/24/2025

Amazing Trip

Amazing trip! The tour guide was very professional, providing detailed and entertaining explanations throughout the journey. The schedule was well-planned, giving us plenty of time to enjoy the Hooker Valley Track at Mt. Cook. Thank you very much for helping us store our luggage and assisting with the transfer to another shuttle bus!

Jenna

12/17/2024

Shuttle from Mt. Cook to Lake Tekapo

Great shuttle! TJ was extremely friendly and knowledgeable not only as drive for the whole group, but also as a guide in explaining the sorroundings and their history.

Edoardo D

11/25/2024

Boa maneira de atravessar a ilha sul da NZ

Uma boa forma de viajar na NZ, mais divertido que pegar um ônibus ou um avião. Esta viagem de vã teve um guia simpático e conhecedor da NZ (Ted), que parou um lugares cênicos para tirar fotos ou caminhada.

Mauro R

11/22/2024

good travel

Thank you to let me hop in the bus in short notice. It was great to share time with others closely. I am sure to chose you instead of big bus tour is the right thing to do.

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