Our next stop is the charming town of Fairlie, where you'll have time to enjoy its beautiful alpine scenery and relaxed country atmosphere. Your guide will help you capture stunning photos of the surrounding landscapes and picturesque streets. While you're here, don't miss the chance to try the world-famous Fairlie Bakehouse pies, a must-visit destination loved by both locals and visitors.

Lake Tekapo is famous for its stunning turquoise waters, breathtaking mountain views, and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd. Enjoy free time to explore the lakefront, visit the Sheepdog Memorial, take memorable photos, and experience one of New Zealand's most beautiful alpine destinations.

Amazing photo opportunities. Amazing location. The views of Mt Cook are truly spectacular. The visitor centre can be busy worth a lot of tourists. The blue (turquoise) colour is due to fine silt particles, or glacial flour, in the water. This is a result of glacial erosion. The silt is so fine it does not settle to the bottom quickly, remaining in suspension in the lake water.

Mt Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand, helped Sir Edmund Hillary to develop his climbing skills in preparation for the conquest of Everest. Muller Hut Route is temporarily closed for day walkers. If you have booked to stay at Mueller Hut, you may still use the track and hut. Mount Cook village is the key entry point to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park — several short walks and overnight hikes start from the village. It's also well worth visiting for the pristine night sky, and other activities such as boat tours and heli hikes to the Tasman Glacier. Hike the Hooker Valley track. Go on a scenic flight. Spend the night at the Mueller Hut. Go Skydiving over the Southern Alps. See the Tasman Glacier.

The track at dawn gives you a view of the first rays of the sun creeping over the Southern Alps, including over New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook.

The best glacier in New Zealand. Enjoy the 1 hour easy-going walk - don't forget your camera! (Glacier is in distance behind a lake) PLEASE NOTE: This is one option on how you can spend your time while at Mt Cook on this tour. If delays occur during your tour you may not be able to complete the whole track.