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Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

Get ready for an adventure or a relaxing day in the mountains! Explore Mt Cook on a fully guided, small-group tour from Queenstown, with free time to hike, fly, or simply unwind. Highlights: • Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park • Lake Pukaki • Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass, the Southern Alps • High Country Salmon (time dependent) • Free time for activities & walks Enjoy approximately three hours of free time at Mt Cook to make your day as adventurous or relaxed as you choose: hike alpine trails, soar above glaciers on a scenic flight, or unwind at the Hermitage Hotel with a hot chocolate, soaking in the views. Make memories that last a lifetime. ***PLEASE NOTE: The Hooker Valley Track is currently closed beyond Müller Lookout (located between the first and second swing bridges) while the Department of Conservation replaces one of the bridges. This scenic section still offers stunning views and a rewarding hiking experience. The full track is expected to reopen in Spring 2026.***

Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

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Routeburn Track Guided Walk (Half-Day)

Be introduced to one of New Zealand’s Great Walks without having to do the whole thing on a morning or afternoon guided hike on a portion of the Routeburn Track. After a pickup from central Queenstown, head into the mountains of Mt. Aspiring National Park. Follow your guide at a relaxed pace through lush forests and experience the tranquility of the Routeburn River and its waterfalls along the way.

Routeburn Track Guided Walk (Half-Day)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Travel from Queenstown to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Milford Sound on an easy day trip. Enjoy live commentary along the way, and many scenic photo stops. At Milford Sound, don’t worry about waiting in lines as tickets are included. Admire views of waterfalls and Mitre Peak from your cruise. Refuel with a tasty picnic lunch in a scenic location. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from listed locations for added convenience.

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

Be amazed by Fiordland’s dramatic landscapes on this full-day, small-group tour by coach, boat, and air. This combo tour makes it easy to see a lot in one day. After a Queenstown hotel pickup, admire the dramatic scenery without having to drive yourself. Hop aboard a cruise on Milford Sound, then return to Queenstown by air, flying over Fiordland National Park and seeing views you couldn’t experience any other way.

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Cruise the Milford Sound fiord on a two hour nature boat cruise.

Fiordland is one of New Zealand’s most beautiful destinations, but self-driving through the landscape of snow-capped mountains, towering waterfalls, and emerald greenery can be challenging—and distracting. Eliminate the hassle when you travel with a small group by coach from Queenstown. Pass Lake Te Anau, the South Island’s largest lake, and enter the hand-carved Homer Tunnel on your way to Milford Sound, where you relax on a scenic nature cruise.

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Steamship Cruise from Queenstown

TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Steamship Cruise from Queenstown

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Glenorchy Air Milford Sound Fly | Cruise | Fly scenic flight past Lake Erskine

Take in the vast scale of Milford Sound from the air and water with a half-day trip that includes round-trip flights and a catamaran cruise. You’ll board a small plane that accommodates up to 13 passengers, lift off above the ridges and lakes of Fiordland National Park, then cruise Milford Sound all the way to the Tasman Sea. Watch for fur seals and penguins, and pass through the mists of Stirling Falls before meeting the pilot for the return trip to Queenstown.

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Queenstown to Christchurch One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

Don’t worry about organizing a hire car to get between Queenstown and Christchurch; make your travels as seamless and worry-free as possible by letting someone else drive on this small-group tour. As well as being able to relax and enjoy the views, you can learn as you ride, thanks to onboard commentary. Places showcased on the route include Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, the Church of the Good Shepherd, and the Southern Alps.

Queenstown to Christchurch One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

14 hoursFree Cancellation

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Glass Roof coaches with free WiFi to soak up the views

Avoid the stress of self-driving through distractingly beautiful landscapes on a full-day tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound. Peer through the panoramic windows of a luxury coach as you travel through UNESCO World Heritage–listed Fiordland National Park with a guide, stopping at sites of interest en route. At Milford Sound, board a catamaran for a memorable sightseeing cruise past Mitre Peak and magnificent cliff-side waterfalls. Look out for wildlife, too.

From Queenstown: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Queenstown Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

Explore Queenstown at your own pace on this self-guided walking tour through the heart of New Zealand’s adventure capital. Stroll the lively pedestrian mall with its boutiques, cafés, and street performers, then meet William Rees, the town’s founder, at his bronze statue. Relax by Lake Wakatipu at Queenstown Beach, framed by soaring mountains, or pause at the WWI Memorial Gate before admiring Queenstown’s oldest building, Williams Cottage. Along the way, discover the charm of St Peter’s Anglican Church, the history-rich Speight’s Ale House, and Queenstown’s legendary foodie icons like Fergburger. For thrills, spot paragliders, check out iFLY Indoor Skydiving, or ride the Skyline Gondola to panoramic views and luge tracks. Wind down with markets, lakefront parks, or even a cocktail in the Ice Bar. This walk blends history, scenery, and adventure into one unforgettable Queenstown experience.

Queenstown Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Scenic Flight flyback from Milford Sound to Queenstown

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.

Milford Sound Small Group Tour from Queenstown with Scenic Flight

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

Round-trip flights between Queenstown and Milford Sound save you hours of road-travel time in Fiordland National Park. Following a scenic flight with views of snow-covered peaks, remote valleys, and waterfalls, touch down for a cruise on Milford Sound. Traveling by both air and water takes you to dramatic places you'd miss by sticking to the road. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected central Queenstown accommodations.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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TSS Earnslaw Steamship

Enjoy mountain and lake views from a different angle when you cruise from Queenstown aboard the vintage “TSS Earnslaw” steamship or the modern “Spirit of Queenstown” catamaran across Lake Wakatipu to the Walter Peak High Country Farm. Refuel with a gourmet barbecue lunch featuring Central Otago specialties, salads, desserts, and local cheeses at the Colonel’s Homestead. Learn about local rural life during sheep-shearing and sheepdog demonstrations at the farm.

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour

Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

90-Minute Scenic Cruise on Lake Wakatipu – Explore Queenstown from the Water

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown

Board the vintage TSS Earnslaw steamship or the modern Spirit of Queenstown for an evening cruise on Lake Wakatipu. Sail to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a buffet dinner featuring local meats, salads, vegetables, and desserts, then watch farm demonstrations or relax in the bar. The cruise returns to the same central Queenstown location. The TSS Earnslaw undergoes winter maintenance, when the Spirit of Queenstown is available instead.

Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Jet boating on the Shotover River | Queenstown

KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

1 hourFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Landing from Queenstown

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

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Gibbston Valley Wines - Wine & Cheese Experience

Gibbston Valley Wines - Wine & Cheese Experience

1 hourFree Cancellation

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

Perfect for photography lovers, enjoy a full-day private photography tour in Queenstown and the surrounding area. Start your day in charming Queenstown and then head further afield. The exact itinerary is up to you, but possible destinations include Arrowtown, Glenorchy, Wanaka, Skippers Canyon and more. Your guide is a local photographer, so will be able to give you lots of advice on how to get the best shots.

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Arrowtown tour

Perfect for photography lovers, enjoy a full-day private photography tour in Queenstown and the surrounding area. Start your day in charming Queenstown and then head further afield. The exact itinerary is up to you, but possible destinations include Arrowtown, Glenorchy, Wanaka, Skippers Canyon and more. Your guide is a local photographer, so will be able to give you lots of advice on how to get the best shots.

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Half-Day Queenstown Photography Tour

Half-Day Queenstown Photography Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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