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Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown
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Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown

By Altitude Tours
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Ages 0-99, max of 16 per group
Duration: 12h
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  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Entertaining and informative commentary from your guide
  • Convenient pick up and drop off locations around Queenstown
  • On board Kiwi music (download our Spotify playlist!)
  • Approx. 3 hours free time in Mt Cook
What's not included
  • Lunch and snacks are not included, however there opportunities to purchase throughout the day
  • Activities are an additional cost


Departure details
  • Traveler pickup is offered.
  • Please inform the activity provider of your accommodation. After you book, the team will contact you with the exact pickup time for your pick-up location. The 0730 AM departure time applies to the central Queenstown pick-up, however, times can vary between 7 AM and 8 AM, depending on your location. Please take note of the time our team reconfirms with you and be at the pickup location 10 minutes prior to your departure time. Our guide will wait up to 5 minutes after your departure time. Any late arrivals who miss the tour will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Other:
  • Marmolada Cafe, 43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Queenstown Town Centre
  • 54 Robins Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • 88 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • Upper Stanley St, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • Pounamu, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • Frankton Terminus, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus terminal
  • Sherwood Manor and Gold Ridge Hotels, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • 46 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • Marina Heights, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus top
  • Hensman Road / Oaks Shores, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop, heading out of town direction
  • Perkins Road, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • 88-90 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Bus stop
  • Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 58045P6

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • If you are travelling with young children, please be mindful that this is a big day, with approx. 8 hours spent in a vehicle.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

What you can expect during your visit
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.

How much is Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown?
Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown price starts from $144.46. Discover and book Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
What is the Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown cancellation policy?
Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
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Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown is hosted by Altitude Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Altitude Tours on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
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#25 of 180 Outdoor Activities in Queenstown
  • Elicia C
    Elicia C
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    Really fun day out!
    And h my goodness, this was such a fun day! Arlia from Australia was a super fun guide, great information, great driving and great energy all throughout the day. Would absolutely recommend this tour!
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    Adventure147200
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    Great tour operators in all kinds of weather
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  • Steve R
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    Gorgeous landscapes, history, and drive to and from Milford Sound from Queensland
    Out driver guide Eric was a fountain of knowledge. He made a long drive to Milford Sound enjoyable with a number of short sightseeing stops along the way. We enjoyed his banter and learned loads about the flora and fauna.
  • ThereseFern
    ThereseFern
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    Awesome half day tour
    We originally booked a tour of Milford Sound but it was cancelled due to bad weather. We chose this option instead, and it was a very good decision! We went to Bennett's Bluff which has an amazing view at the top, Glenorchy which is a quaint little town, and Paradise which has a lot of Lord of The Rings scenes spots. Our tour guide even set up a small picnic table by a stream so we can have some of the coffee, tea, bread and fruits that she prepared. Everything was beautiful. If you are looking for a quick tour outside the Queenstown city center, choose this. I also recommend booking via Altitude Tours and look for our tour guide/driver Ana -- she's the best!
  • alexkP1756BB
    alexkP1756BB
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    Totally recommended, amazing driver/guide Andy!
    Exceptional Milford Sound tour, small luxury glass roof Mercedes sprinter van, small group and an amazing, knowledgeable, funny, caring, polite and flexible driver/guide, Andy. Totally recommended. Thank you for the amazing day and all the information Andy!!
  • MarcusF1316
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    The views were spectacular! Ana was especially good at being our guide!
    The views were spectacular. The van was very comfortable. I even got to dress up as Gandalf! Ana our guide was very good at explaining everything we were seeing especially the locations where they filmed lord of the rings. She even prepared a nice tea and snack table for us and gave us a parting gift! Best tour guide ever! Highly recommend!
  • Ceannmor36
    Ceannmor36
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    Exceptional
    From the moment we left our destination we were treated like royalty from a very friendly, approachable and knowledgeable host. Ana, a HUGE shout out to you. You made our wine tour very special by being all of the above and more. Altitude are very, very lucky to have you on board.
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    E7973JLcarolg
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    A wonder full day
    Ana lead our group with lots of information and clear instructions to keep everyone on time despite the natural environment where time is not so obvious for tourists! Photo and loo stops all well timed...amazing scenery ,sun on the peaks fabulous
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    J663MLlaurap
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    Milford Sound
    James was great, we loved Milford Sound and Altitude Tours! Highlight of the trip! It is a long day but drive there was broken up and didn’t feel long at all, way back allowed time for a nap!
  • H9640IKreneeb
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    Wine on wheels
    Our group of ten booked a private tasting tour which included vineyards and a gin tasting of our choices. We were collected and returned to our accommodation. The day was perfect! Met fabulous people (especially or mini bus driver), and had plenty of time to have fun at each winery, indulge in beautiful food and scenery, and enjoy so many tastings. Everyone wants to come back for more! Fabulous company to work with and professional staff.
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    Ana is fantastic!
    Last minute weather cancellation of another tour led us to a wine tour with Ana. The bus, wineries, wine and even the skydiving were fun to experience ;) Ana was thoughtful, kind, caring, and most importantly patient with our group of 13. She was attentive to everyone’s needs and welcoming to all. Would highly recommend friends and family take a tour with Ana!
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    A truly wonderful morning/midday. Holly, our driver and guide, was brilliant. Fellow travelers were a delight. Saw splendid landscapes and learned so much. Want to lean in even more now.
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rushmorerabbit
Willow Lake, SD2 contributions
After a couple days of large coach tours, we were looking forward to a smaller, roomy van experience, as advertised. Unfortunately, we were the last pickup (Hilton) before leaving Queenstown. This placed us crammed in the last row (bench seat) with 4 people across, in a 14 passenger van. It was a miserable experience as my husband is a bigger guy and I have back issues. Every bump in the road was felt and it was difficult to see out the windows. Also air circulation in the back is limited. No accommodations are made for a persons size or special circumstances. We asked the driver if there were any other options and there were not. Last to load will be stuck in the back ALL day, except for the 3hr hike and brief stops for photos and food, etc.
On the plus side, the driver (Tommy) did a good job and the scenery and hike was magnificent. Lesson learned the hard way.
Written March 26, 2023
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altitudetours
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we're very sorry to hear that you didn't find the vehicle enjoyable. We are striving to provide a premium service throughout our whole tour, with our vans being a huge part of this. We have recently made alterations to the vehicle you were in to make it more spacious and comfortable, by taking out a row of seating and converting it from a 19 seater to 16 seats. Our guides and reservations team do our best to accomodate to guests needs if made aware in advance however it is always a challenge when being picked up last. Your feedback is a timely reminder to ensure our guides are doing their best to ensure guests are strategically seated where possible. Again thank you for your feedback and mentioning the positive feedback for Tommy and we are sorry we didn't meet your expectations.
Written April 3, 2023
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Binibini T
7 contributions
May 2023 • Family
We had a wonderful day at Mt Cookm the view and weather were stunning. Our tour guide Tommy was great as well, provided us nice commentaries, very accommodating, great phtographer and most especially drive us safele to and from our destination. Thank you very much. Highly recommending Altitude Tours😊
Written June 10, 2023
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altitudetours
Thank you for the awesome review and recommendation. So pleased you had a great time with Tommy and felt safe all day.
Written June 28, 2023
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Thanikeshan M
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Me and my sister went on this tour with Ana from Queenstown. This is one of my highlights of Queenstown thus far. Ana is a very supportive and lovely guide who is very knowledgeable about the area. She captured the beauty of New Zealand through her tour providing us great amount of information about the landscape, flora and fauna. She provided us with amazing stops for look-out points. We were initially planning on driving there prior to this tour but this tour made it easier to focus more on absorbing the landscape with less focus spent on driving. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone travelling in Queenstown.
Written July 31, 2023
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altitudetours
Thank you for recommending us and sharing your great experience! We're glad you had a fantastic time on the Mount Cook tour with Ana as your guide. We're thrilled your stress-free experience allowed you to fully immerse in the sightseeing and scenery. Thanks again.
Written August 2, 2023
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Paul M
Huddersfield, UK3 contributions
Sinchan our driver was very entertaining and knowledgeable. He wanted to get to know us all and tailored our experience to our interests and expectations of the day, We had plenty of stops where Sinchan would explain and answer our questions.
Milford Siund is an amazing place and I would recommend this experience with Cheeky Kiwi Travel. A great day !
Written April 18, 2023
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altitudetours
Thanks for our review, even if it's for Cheeky Kiwi :)
Written May 8, 2023
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Rajesh
3 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
A great day with a great tour guide Beau !!!
What an extraordinary great opportunity. Booked last moment like just a previous night and got confirmation. We meet to a great personality called Beau ( Sorry if I have spelled wrong 😬). He was giving all details through out the day. Also helped us to get the Heli flight booking for Tasman Glacier visit. Thank you Altitude for having such a great staff. KUDOS
Written January 9, 2021
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altitudetours
Thank you so much for a wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that Beau provided an awesome experience for you and that you had a great time on tour!
Written January 12, 2021
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Zsolt Szabó
5 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Amazing day trip with a spectacular, easy hike! We made interesting stops on the way to see the local sheep and salmon farms. Unforgettable views! Our guide, Eric was excellent: knowledgeable, kind, informative.
Written July 7, 2023
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altitudetours
We're delighted to hear that Eric was excellent as your guide, providing knowledge, kindness, and informative insights. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more incredible adventures!
Written July 17, 2023
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Jack V
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Solo
Ana was an Amazing driver and tour guide during my trip along Mount Cook and Hooker Valley. Aside from her great knowledge of the area she drove us through and around, she is a very lovely and pleasant person. I was very fortunate to have her as my guide. - Jack
Written July 30, 2023
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altitudetours
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear Ana made your experience to Mount Cook truly amazing.
Written August 2, 2023
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Sreyphoung K
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
The tour operator, Tommy, we went with was very helpful and super friendly. He was very punctual and offered us helps with group photos and provided us recommendations for places to visit in Queenstown too. We walked along Hooker Valley Track to see Glacier Lake. It was for sure one of the best experiences in Queenstown.
Written July 17, 2023
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altitudetours
I am so glad to hear that you had an amazing trip with Tommy to Mt Cook and that he was so accomodating. Thank you so much for this wonderful review.
Written July 20, 2023
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Richard S
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
Excellent service. Ana was very helpful and ready to assist. She was patient with everyone. I recommend Attitude tour for everyone looking to tour Mount Cook from Queenstown.
Written July 9, 2023
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altitudetours
We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent tour experience with Ana. Thanks so much for recommending Altitude Tours for those looking to explore Mount Cook from Queenstown. We appreciate your feedback!
Written July 18, 2023
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curious-cat
Makati, Philippines12 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Ana was a great driver and tour guide. I will for sure get altitude tours next time in queenstown. I became her co pilot and she was very accomodating
Written July 9, 2023
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altitudetours
We're glad you had a wonderful experience and would choose Altitude Tours again in Queenstown. Thanks for sharing your feedback and being a part of our adventure!
Written July 18, 2023
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Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown provided by Altitude Tours

Product Overview: Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown

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Duration720 minutes