Tours Otago

Escape Queenstown for a full day of pure South Island wonder. This private guided tour takes you deep into the Mackenzie Country — one of New Zealand’s most spectacular and least-crowded regions — with iconic stops at Lake Tekapo, the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park.



Your professional driver-guide handles everything while you sit back and take it all in. No shared buses, no fixed groups, no rushing. This is your day, your pace, your adventure.

Tour Highlights


• Panoramic alpine drive through the golden Mackenzie Basin
• Stop at Lake Tekapo — one of the most photographed lakes in New Zealand
• Visit the historic Church of the Good Shepherd on the lakeshore
• Marvel at the impossible blue of Lake Pukaki with Aoraki framed behind it
• Time to explore Mount Cook National Park on foot
• Professional guided commentary throughout the journey
• Optional short walks at key stops
What’s Included
• Private return transport from Queenstown
• Local driver-guide for the full day
• Scenic stops at Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki & Mount Cook National Park
• Visit to the Church of the Good Shepherd
• Vehicle suited to your group size
• Flexible schedule tailored to your group
What’s not included
• Lunch at Lake Tekapo (own expense — great café options available)
• National Park entry fees if applicable


Tour Details
• Duration: 12 hours
• Departure: Queenstown (hotel or central pickup)
• Group size: 1–11 passengers
• Availability: Daily, subject to weather
• Pricing: Per vehicle (select your vehicle tier at checkout)


Categories / Tags:
Alpine Scenery · Glaciers · Mountain Views · Hiking · Photography · Private Tour · Day Trip