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3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer

3 days
From Christchurch to Queenstown
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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 50
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Fall in love with the views of New Zealand's highest peak
  • See the incredible Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
  • Embark on an exciting Tasman Valley 4WD adventure
  • Spend the night in a village on spectacular Mount Cook

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Head south of the Christchurch plains to the Mt Cook National Park
  2. Day 2 Explore Mt Cook National Park
  3. Day 3 Travel on to the Remarkable Queenstown, New Zealands adventure capital
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Thrifty Tours

Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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    4.0
  • Itinerary
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    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Good
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
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    3.0
  • 4.5
  • 3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer reviewer 1
    · January 27th, 2023
    Excellent trip overall. Only complaint was when...
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your review Penny. It's great to hear that you had an excellent holiday and we hope you made lots of wonderful memories on your trip! Sorry to hear that one of the restaurants was closed when you arrived but we are glad that our team were... Show more
    Trip date: December 2022

Dates & Availability

3 days
3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
From Christchurch to Queenstown

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    Monse

    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    What happens in case of an emergency during the tour?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      Guides are trained for emergencies and will provide instructions as needed. Your safety is our top priority.

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    Iraia

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    Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?

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      Additional costs can include optional activities, upgrades, or extra nights of accommodation, which should be disclosed during booking.

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    Will someone provide assistance with luggage during the tour?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, our guides will provide assistance with luggage transfers and loading during moves between locations.

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      Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to ensure timely departure without any rush.

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      Yes, we highly recommend obtaining travel insurance for the duration of your trip for peace of mind.

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      The tour typically allows for a maximum of 24 participants to ensure a more personalized experience.

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      It's important to inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can accommodate your needs during the tour.

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