About the tours:
Aoraki-Mt Cook, Tasman Glacier & Alpine Centre Scenic Day Tour - Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
The tour includes admission into the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre which contains a 3D theatre, Museum, Hillary Gallery, and digital dome Planetarium. This is both educational and really entertaining whereby you can explore the history of the Mount Cook region through spectacular 2D & 3D experiences in the special theatre available with Japanese and Mandarin headphone translations. There are also displays showcasing transport, climbing, and of course one of the world’s greatest explorers - pioneer Sir Edmund Hillary. Floor to ceiling mountain views can be enjoyed from the café and bar, and the adjoining Hermitage.
Full day tour includes delicious lunch at an iconic mountain location
Scenery on your journey from Christchurch is absolutely jaw-dropping: across the picturesque patchwork of the Canterbury Plains, then travelling into New Zealand's spectacular southern alps alongside Lake Pukaki, and finally entering into Te Whipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area and the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park containing New Zealand’s highest peak. You will also traverse "middle earth" - places used to film "Lord of the Rings" – before arriving at the famous Hermitage Hotel where you will enjoy the included delicious buffet lunch prior to engaging in the afternoon’s activities.
Included side trip to the Tasman Glacier
The Tasman Glacier is a side trip involving a short journey in the Maossie bus into the Tasman Valley. It may be necessary once there to do a small amount of walking to get the best vantage points for photography. Otherwise, you can elect to remain behind and spend more time at the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, or browse the Retail Centre at The Hermitage, stroll around the Mt Cook Village, or visit the Department of Conservation Visitor Centre (an attraction itself featuring Aoraki mountain views, artwork collections, interpretation exhibits and other facilities), before being picked up later for return journey to Christchurch.
Lord of the Rings High Country Station Pioneering Experience & Scenic Day Tour
As you journey from Christchurch, courtesy of Maossie Tour's extremely comfortable 4x6WD luxury bus, you take inthe diverse landscape that is Middle Earth" - otherwise known as Canterbury, New Zealand: braided rivers, green pastures, forests, deer, horses, sheep, hidden tracks, and absolutely remarkable mountain scenery. And Mt Sunday: the site of Middle Earth's Edoras - capital city of the mythical Rohan people!
At your destination - Erwhon Station - the track is full of variety as you are taken on an optional farm tour like no other by a team of Clydesdale horses, in this breath-taking landscape of rivers, tussocks, mountains & glaciers. The ride goes off the beaten track into a magical landscape that can’t be experienced from the road. With loads of great photo opportunities and the chance to experience the high country at the horses’ pace. Your wagon ride will definitely be a memorable trip.
Experience a truly unique wagon ride at "Erewhon" - a genuine high country working sheep and cattle station. See the magnificent southern alps of NZ with scenery stops including "Middle Earth" (Lord of the Rings) along the way. Luxuriate in a roomy Mercedes-Benz bus with free WIFI, USB charging and extra-large high visibility windows for panoramic viewing
Fully inclusive pricing: Special lunch (select dietry options when booking), Morning tea, Afternoon tea. Enjoy live commentary on board via a lively, entertaining and highly knowledgeable tour guide
Enjoy the possibility of live entertainment including a traditional 'waiata' (Maori song), courtesy of your hosts - but they may need your encouragement!
About Maossie Tours Limited:
Discover the most amazing New Zealand locations on one of Maossie Tours luxury outback experiences. Based in Christchurch with a variety of tours running daily, let the team at Maossie tours treat you to a kiwi experience to remember.
Conditions
Valid from Jan 15, 2020
Expires Apr 7, 2020
Limit: 2 per user and 2 as gift for others
Bookings essential. Subject to availability. Not valid on statutory holidays. Valid for the option stipulated on the coupon. Valid for the number of people stipulated on coupon. Whilst you will be snug and comfortable inside the bus, venturing outside on the included side trip to the Tasman Valley and Glacier can be cold and windy even on clear days - so dress for all seasons.Value of deal is based on current rates, which are subject to change. No refunds unless required by law. No cashback. Not to be used with other offers.
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