Mt Cook & Hooker Valley Combo Tour from Queenstown
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Embark on an unforgettable small group, fully-guided day trip to Mt Cook, featuring the Tasman Glacier View walk. Your adventure begins in Queenstown, where your guide will set the scene and highlight key landmarks as you leave the city.
Departing Queenstown, you'll travel through the scenic Kawarau Gorge, admiring views of the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout, with chances for memorable photos. Continue to Cromwell, a region known for its fruit and wine, crossing Lake Dunstan and heading towards the stunning Lindis Pass.
At Lindis Pass, one of the few alpine roads through the Southern Alps, stop at a famous lookout for breathtaking valley views. Next, journey through the Mackenzie district’s plains to Omarama, where you can spot Merino sheep and enjoy a break, possibly sampling New Zealand’s acclaimed creamy chicken pie.
As you enter Aoraki National Park, be enchanted by Lake Pukaki’s brilliant blue hues, framed by Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. Arrive at Mt Cook Village for views of New Zealand’s highest peak and enjoy three hours of free time. Take in the incredible views of Haupapa / Tasman Glacier, Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier.
On the return trip, visit High Country Salmon to feed the fish and taste fresh salmon. In summer, stop at Jacksons Orchard for local fruit or ice cream before concluding your tour back in Queenstown, enriched by the day’s incredible experiences.
Location
What you need to know
- Small group fully guided tour from Queenstown
- Water and snacks provided
- Comfortable, air-conditioned, luxury transport
- Track Guide - hikes are self guided
- Lunch
- Queenstown - Begin your day in Queenstown, surrounded by mountains and lakes. As you depart, your guide will share local stories and point out some of the region’s highlights.
- Kawarau Gorge - Travel through the impressive Kawarau Gorge, known for its rugged beauty, vineyards, and the historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge.
- Cromwell - Pass through the fruit and wine-growing region of Cromwell, following the tranquil shores of Lake Dunstan as you head north.
- Lindis Pass - Climb to the summit of Lindis Pass, one of the few alpine routes through the Southern Alps, and stop to take in breathtaking views across the valleys.
- Omarama - Pause in the peaceful high-country town of Omarama, famous for glider flights and wide-open landscapes. This is the perfect place to grab a bite or coffee before continuing.
- Lake Pukaki - As you journey deeper into the Mackenzie Basin, stop at Lake Pukaki. Its striking turquoise colour, framed by Aoraki/Mt Cook in the distance, makes for postcard-perfect photos.
- Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park - Enter the heart of the Southern Alps and explore Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, home to towering peaks and glacial valleys.
- Hooker Valley Track - Explore the breathtaking Hooker Valley Track, with stunning views of Aoraki / Mount Cook and the surrounding Southern Alps.
- High Country Salmon - Stop at this popular salmon farm near Twizel to feed the fish and sample some of New Zealand’s freshest salmon.
- Jacksons Orchard - In summer, enjoy a brief stop at Jacksons Orchard to try seasonal fruit or real fruit ice cream.
- Queenstown - Arrive back in Queenstown after an unforgettable day of mountain landscapes and glacier views.
- This experience will take approximately 12 hours.
- This tour departs from The Station - Home of Adventure, Central Queenstown.
- We pickup from the below locations only. If your hotel is not listed we do not pickup from there so please select your closest alternative.
- Kamana Lakehouse
- Mercure Queenstown
- Heritage Hotel
- Rydges Lakeland
- Hotel St Moritz
- Crowne Plaza
- Novotel Lakeside
- Nomads Hostel
- Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
- Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
- Pinewood Lodge
- The Station - Home of Adventure
- LyLo Queenstown
- Sofitel Hotel & Spa
- Aspen Lodge
- Ramada Queenstown Central
- Heartland Hotel
- Scenic Suites
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites
- Millennium Hotel
- Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront
- Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview
- Swiss Belsuites Pounamu
- Oaks Shores Resort
- The Rees Hotel
- Holiday Inn Frankton Road
- Sherwood Hotel
- Frankton Bus Interchange
- Wyndham Garden
- Hilton Resort & Spa
- Jacks Point/Hanley's Farm
- Reliable Footwear
- Rain Jacket
- Sun Protection /Hat
- Camera
- Bagpack
- You can bring your own lunch, or you can purchase this when you stop in Omarama.
- Children under the age of 8 are legally required to travel in a safety/booster seat in our vehicles. You can either bring your own or you can rent one for NZ $20 per seat.
- Please note: 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
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
