Discover fully guided tours from Christchurch with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, including return day tours and scenic one-way journeys across the South Island.
Travel from Christchurch to iconic destinations including Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, Arthur’s Pass, Greymouth, Franz Josef and Queenstown. Whether you are planning a day trip or travelling onward, our small group tours include premium transport, knowledgeable local guides, scenic stops and carefully planned itineraries.
Looking for a full-day tour that starts and finishes in Christchurch? Choose from guided return day tours to Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo, or experience the TranzAlpine Train and Arthur’s Pass on one of the South Island’s most scenic rail and road journeys.
These tours are ideal if you are staying in Christchurch and want to explore beyond the city without hiring a car or planning the route yourself. Enjoy local commentary, photo stops and premium small group transport while discovering some of the South Island’s most memorable landscapes.
Travelling onward through the South Island? Our one-way tours from Christchurch turn your travel day into part of the experience, with guided routes to Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, Greymouth, Franz Josef and Queenstown.
Choose the alpine route through Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo, travel west through Arthur’s Pass toward the West Coast, or continue all the way to Queenstown on a scenic South Island journey. These tours are designed for travellers who want more than a standard transfer, combining transport with local insights, scenic stops and a relaxed small group experience.
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Yes you can book one way tours to Mt Cook, Tekapo, Queenstown or Franz Josef. Please note if you wish to stop in Mt Cook, Tekapo or Franz Josef for the night, you will need to book 2 x one-way tours for each day of travel.
If you are travelling to Franz Josef we can pickup from the Sudima Christchurch Airport.
If you are travelling to Mt Cook, Tekapo or Queenstown, you will need to catch a taxi to the central bus interchange on Lichfield Street and meet us there.
Lunch is included on all tours from Christchurch, except on our Christchurch to Tekapo Tour.
There are vegetarian, gluten free and vegan options available. Please specifiy your dietary requirements when booking this tour, or contact [email protected] to let us know in advance.
Mt Cook: Approx 12pm
Tekapo: Approx 10:30am
Queenstown: Approx 7pm
Franz Josef: Approx 9pm
Christchurch (return tour): Approx 7pm
Comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, a charging cable for your phone or camera, your e-ticket or booking confirmation number, a small amount of cash for lunch and souvenirs. Also a rain jacket is a handy thing to have with you in New Zealand!
All equipment is provided for your heli hike and scenic flight, warm clothing and sun protection is also recommended. If the weather is not suitable for flying, you will receive a full refund for this portion of your tour.
The Hooker Valley Hike is a self-guided, 3-hour return easy but spectacular hike. If you prefer a a shorter hike or more time to spend in Mt Cook village, there are plenty of other options also.









