Hooker Valley Track Tours

Mount Cook National Park which includes tranquil scenes, a river or creek and mountains
Mount Cook National Park showing a river or creek
Mount Cook National Park which includes mist or fog, mountains and snow
Mount Cook National Park featuring tranquil scenes
Mount Cook National Park which includes mountains, snow and tranquil scenes
However many steps it takes you to complete Hooker Valley Track, every one of them is worth it. Hike through gorgeous scenery while reaching your daily step goal on this well-known route.

Hooker Valley Track is a great place to start out your day in Mount Cook. This trekking route comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Allow time for other sights like Mount Cook National Park, Tasman Glacier, and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre to get a complete picture of what the area has to offer.

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Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
South Hill
Price was $3,938, price is now $3,913 per person
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Dec 29 - Jan 1
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Philadelphia (PHL) to Timaru (TIU)
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The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

3 out of 5
Timaru Central
Price was $3,940, price is now $3,918 per person
$3,918
per person
Dec 29 - Jan 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Philadelphia (PHL) to Timaru (TIU)
15.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Never saw any staff all the time we were there Breakfast very poor.Will never come back or recommend anyone.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

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Incredible hike

5/5 - Excellent

Gracie

A modest 2.5hr round trip walk. It is acclaimed to be the most popular and therefore it is crowded but beautiful and plenty of spots to step off and rest or relax or reflect and enjoy the views.

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