Top Queenstown Day Trips - page 3

Arrowtown to Queenstown Bike Tour with Shuttle

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

While in the Southern Alps, don’t miss the chance to experience the views on this fully guided day trip including not one but two scenic helicopter flights. Be amazed by the views of Aoraki Mt. Cook and the Tasman Glacier, then set foot on the glacier for a hike with a difference. Guides will accompany you the whole way and tell you about the natural and cultural significance of the places you visit.

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from $68

Mt Cook Small Group Tour & Heli Hike Combo from Queenstown

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $723

With waterfalls cascading down mighty cliffs and some of New Zealand’s most impressive natural scenery, Milford Sound is one the South Island’s must-see destinations—but its remote location makes it hard to reach alone. On this tour, spin through the New Zealand countryside in comfort from central Queenstown with your guide. Admire panoramic views from your glass-roof, low-emissions coach, and cruise the calm waters with a picnic lunch included.

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $225

Explore far more of the Milford Sound region than you could alone on this full-day small-group adventure. Set out from Queenstown and navigate the craggy mountainous landscape, listening to facts and stories about the region as you ride. Once you arrive in Milford Sound, enjoy a relaxing nature cruise and dine at the onboard restaurant while you gaze out at waterfalls and glacier-carved fjords.

Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $219

See the sheer cliffs of Milford Sound from the air and water on this half-day tour from Queenstown by sightseeing plane and catamaran. Fly over Fiordland National Park, part of a UNESCO-listed landscape, then touch down at Milford Sound for a nature cruise. This tour is perfect for photography and wildlife watching, and hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located Queenstown hotels is included.

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Milford Sound is an unmissable destination in the South Island, but self-driving can be risky and the return road trip from Queenstown is long. Simplify your visit on this small-group tour from Queenstown. Travel there in a luxury bus with panoramic scenic windows, allowing unobstructed views. Take a relaxing cruise on Milford Sound, beautiful in all weather, then return to Queenstown by air, saving time and maximizing the views.

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from $513

Milford Sound Scenic Flight flyback from Milford Sound to Queenstown

Milford Sound Small Group Tour from Queenstown with Scenic Flight

10 hoursFree Cancellation

When soaring in a fixed-wing plane from Queenstown to Franz Josef or Tasman Glacier, you may think the one-hour scenic flight is the highlight of this tour. But the best is yet to come. Switch to a helicopter and fly up to a landing point high on the glacier, where you’ll embark on a hike on the snow and ice. Wearing crampons, you’ll explore caves and see remarkable landscapes inaccessible any other way.

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from $533

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Hit the adventurous activities you’re hoping to tick off and leave the children safely in the care of Kidz Club Queenstown. With the little ones booked into Kidz Club Queenstown, relax in the knowledge they’re having just as much fun as you! Perfect for kids aged four to 13, the club’s fun-filled program includes minigolf, 12-dimension motion rides, a racing simulator, indoor games, and more. With enthusiastic and friendly staff ensuring your kids are kept busy, you’re free to enjoy Queenstown at your own pace.

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from $1,185

1 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Kidz Club Queenstown

Sample Central Otago wines without the stress of choosing a sober driver. Enjoy included hotel pickup from Queenstown on a leisurely drive around celebrated wineries in the Gibbston Valley. Have lunch at a winery restaurant (own cost). Go behind the scenes at the country’s oldest wine cave and sample a range of varietals, from pinot noirs to various whites. Canine lovers will also enjoy being accompanied by Bella the dog.

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from $47

Special Offer

Queenstown Wine Tour: Sipping Through Scenic Vines

Queenstown Wine Tour + Wine Cave (Adults Only) Kiwi Host, Max 10

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

The Original Queenstown Wine Trail Tour – Celebrating 33+ Years!

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic 16 km Wharehuanui Trail, taking in the stunning alpine views of the Whakatipu Basin. Start with a shuttle from Queenstown and enjoy brewery stops at Slowcuts, Gantley’s Tavern, The Cargo Collective, Canyon Brewery and Searchlight Brewery. You’ll ride on probably the best bikes in NZ, with access to premium equipment, helmets, maps, and full support via text. Enjoy flexible pickup options, either from the Pig and Whistle or your accommodation, and relax on the scenic shuttle rides. This tour combines biking, craft beer, and Central Otago’s beauty for a truly unique adventure.

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from $118

Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $65

Milford Sound is one of New Zealand’s most impressive natural wonders, but the remote fjord lies around four hours by road from Queenstown. Save time and maximize your experience with this airplane tour to Milford Sound, which allows you to explore the region from both the air and land. Enjoy spectacular aerial views of Skippers Canyon, Sutherland Falls, and the Fiordland National Park; and touch down to experience the fjord up close with a self-guided walk along the shore.

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Landing from Queenstown

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Landing from Queenstown

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $434

Milford Sound lies in a remote corner of New Zealand’s South Island and, although remarkably scenic, the route from Queenstown is long. On this tour, reach Milford Sound by premium low-emission coach and spot native wildlife and gushing waterfalls during a nature cruise with specialist commentary. When it’s time to return home, take to the skies and return effortlessly to Queenstown—with unrivaled views over the wilderness landscapes from the air.

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise Tour from Queenstown with Flyback

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise Tour from Queenstown with Flyback

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

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from $538

Arriving at Desert Heart for wine tasting

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but two to four friends, family, or associates traveling in a Classic Mercedes 300SE. The Cromwell Basin has a remarkable story largely untold, overshadowed on most wine bottles by two words-Central Otago. The fact is the Cromwell Basin has by far Central Otago's largest concentration of vineyards and wineries. Over 40 at last count. World-recognized Pinot Noir as well as excellent Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon plus many more. All are produced from vines growing in the schist soils of the Cromwell Basin

Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, Mountaineering History, Icebergs and Ice Caves, Panoramic Helicopter Flights, Photographer’s Paradise, beautiful lakes (Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki) and Lavender farm. We invite you to consider Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel as an integral part of your next adventure. Our private tour offers something for everyone.

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from $228

Best spot for scenic photography of Tasman Glacier point view, the surrounding mountains, and the glacier's terminal lake.

Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Queenstown with Lake Tekapo

12 hoursFree Cancellation

This half-day tour is not just a superb introduction to the Central Otago wine-growing region: it’s also an invitation to experience the culture and manaaki, or hospitality, of the local Māori community. Start with a traditional Māori greeting and receive the power of the ceremonial haka in a picturesque Otago location. Then visit several local wineries across the region to sample popular wines and enjoy a cheese platter.

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from $347

Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This is the ideal tour for wine lovers. Spend a day going on a wine tasting journey to some of the best vineyards in Central Otago. You won’t have to worry about organizing transport as hotel transfers are included. Various tailor-made packages are available, including options with a helicopter flight or golf along with your winery tours. Enjoy the ultimate stress-free day with lunch and wine tastings included.

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from $189

Enjoy personalised wine tastings at each vineyards.

Private Queenstown Boutique Wine Tour - 4 Wineries Visits & Lunch

5 hours 30 minutes to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $331

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch

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from $1,185

13 hoursFree Cancellation

So why not join us as we travel to this region and beyond, experiencing the best of what the South Island has to offer. Escaping the hustle and bustle of Tāhuna Queenstown, this 1 way trip adventures via the Lindis, Lake Pukaki, Aoraki Mt Cook Village, and Lake Tekapo, before arriving in Ōtautahi Christchurch. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget! *Please note that all QUEENSTOWN TO CHRISTCHURCH bookings from the 1st of November onwards no longer stop at Kawarau Gorge. This will instead be replaced by a stop at Wānaka.

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from $222

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook (1 way) (Small Group)

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

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from $236

Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Stewart Island is renowned for its beautiful beaches, Maori heritage, and diverse wildlife, and lies just off the coast of New Zealand’s South Island. With this round-trip flight, explore the island on a day trip from Queenstown, including hotel pickup and a scenic small plane flight to the island. Enjoy magnificent views of the island from above, then land on the island and spend the day exploring independently.

Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Macetown 4WD Adventure – Full Day Guided Tour from Queenstown

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from $568

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $392

Premium Glenorchy & Paradise Valley Expedition

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $115

Cruise Milford Sound and explore Fiordland on a full-day trip from Queenstown by luxury coach. See some of the South Island’s most dramatic scenery along the way. Then, cruise on Milford Sound past towering waterfalls and seal colonies to the Tasman Sea. The views are great, whatever the weather. Handy Queenstown transfers are included so you don’t get distracted driving yourself in this beautiful mountainous area.

Luxury Milford Sound Coach and Scenic Cruise

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

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from $225

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Mt Cook Full-Day Small Group Tour from Queenstown

Riley_M, Jun 2026

Amazing day with great views and great guides!

We absolutely loved our Mount Cook day trip with Stuart and Caleb! We got lucky with a beautifully clear day and our time at Mount Cook and the Hooker Valley Track walk and Alpine Center lunch was perfect. Our guides had entertaining and informational commentary and we enjoyed getting to chat with them and learning more about the area. We even had time for a few fun stops on the way and got to see more of the landscape. We would 100% book with Altitude again!

Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

Aaleah_G, May 2026

Excellent Experience

It's long, but worth it! The most spectacular views driving into the Sound can be seen from the coach. I'm glad we did this instead of flying. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and he stopped at several places for us to get out and take pictures.

Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

Lauren_C, May 2026

Loved every second of this tour!

Being able to visit Wanaka & Arrowtown on the same day was an amazing experience. Both places are breathtaking, even more in Autumn. We even got lucky with the weather. What I really enjoyed with this tour is that we were traveling with a small van to all the spots, it was very confortable and we also had some free time in some locations as well. Thank you to Remarkable Scenic Tours for the lovely day. I will remember it for a long time! If you are short on time, this is the tour for you.

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Bruce_C, May 2026

Great experience

Unexpectedly informative and enjoyable. I was surprised at the number of scenes shot in the area, & the guide was extremely knowledgeable & a great communicator. We were taken to a bunch of places without wasting time but without feeling rushed. It was also a great opportunity to see the area between Queenstown & Glenorchy. I would recommend this to anyone with even a minor interest in the Lord Of The Rings.

Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

Abhinav_T, May 2026

Definitely worth it

Had an amazing time on the day trip to mt cook and our tour guide was awesome and super friendly! Loved that we had plenty of free time to hike and explore the trails. Also we made some fun stops including a salmon farm where we were able to get fresh sushi as well as a fresh produce market for fruits and ice cream.

Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown

Vicki_W, Apr 2026

This was a very long tour...

This was a very long tour but well worth it. There were stops along the way to stretch and grab a bite to eat. When we reached Mt cook Didn’t think we could do the hike up. Was very tiring and pretty high up there. But so glad we did the view of the glaciers was so spectacular. Took a lot of pictures. Hike down was much easier. Saw another path lake view wish I could have seen that one too. But it took us to long to climb up the mountain. When we got the bus they took us to where the trails was where we had our free time. A lot of different hikes to take. Which we ended up by a suspension bridge which was so pretty.After went to high county salmon. The salmon was so fresh and delicious had to hurry up and eat was only there for a short time. Then went to the orchard where we bought some goodies there . Can’t remember the drivers name. Did a really good job.We had done so many different tours but we would highly recommend this one if you want to venture out.

Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

Lucy_S, Apr 2026

Great family afternoon out

Fabulous afternoon! So well organised. The live music on the boat was lovely. The farm tour was so informative and the kids loved being able to feed the animals! Especially loved the farm show at the end. Great afternoon tea and catered for one member of our group being gluten free.

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

Jitendra_S, Mar 2026

Wonderful scenic tour of Queenstown!!

Great experience! Tour narrator (and Captain) Dan was insightful and kept the tour entertaining. Very scenic and informative tour! Refreshments available for purchase on the tour was a plus. Captain Dan took pictures of those wanting a scenic photo, as well as allowed a select few to steer the boat. Overall, a wonderful tour and experience!! Highly recommend!!

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

Jennifer_B, Mar 2026

Once in a lifetime opportunity ...... I now understand what this means :)

Was not expecting the amazing views on journey with glazed roof of coach which enhanced the journey made the time go quickly. Loved the engaging coach guide, they were amazing, so knowledgeable, entertaining and related everything to what was around at that the time ... no time to doze off. Definitely an opportunity not to miss ....