Christchurch to Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (One Way) | Cheeky Kiwi Travel | Shaara Deals

Driving yourself from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo means passing the Canterbury Plains without a guide to explain what you're looking at. Cheeky Kiwi Travel's one-way small group tour, listed on Shaara Deals from $199, covers the same route in a fully guided four hours, with a stop built in along the way.

Christchurch to Geraldine

The tour departs Christchurch, with the guide pointing out the city's highlights on the way out before the drive continues through the Canterbury Plains — farmland and countryside typical of the region. The first stop is Geraldine, a small South Canterbury town known for its boutique shops and local produce, with time for a coffee and a break.

Over the alpine passes to Lake Tekapo

From Geraldine the route climbs through alpine passes with sweeping views before reaching Lake Tekapo, known for its turquoise-blue water. The tour ends at Tekapo, with the famous view of the lake as the guide says farewell — including the Church of the Good Shepherd on the lake's edge.

Tour details

• Price: From NZD $199.00

• Duration: Approximately 4 hours

• Departs: Christchurch, Canterbury

• Finishes: Lake Tekapo

• Operator: Cheeky Kiwi Travel

What's included

• Small group tour

• Fully guided

FAQ: Christchurch to Lake Tekapo Tour

Is this a one-way tour? Yes — it departs Christchurch and finishes at Lake Tekapo.

Are there stops along the way? Yes — the tour stops in Geraldine for a short break before continuing over the alpine passes to Tekapo.

Does the tour pass the Church of the Good Shepherd? Yes — it's one of the Lake Tekapo highlights the tour takes in.

Book the Christchurch to Lake Tekapo tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel directly through Shaara Deals: https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a94cd4214430467610dfdd8