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Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing experience, and picnic lunch from Queenstown. There is no better way to see thi…

Approx. 780 minutesView on Viator →
Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

Voted the World’s Best Wine Tour Begin your day with a warm welcome from your wine-certified guide at (or near) your Queenstown accommodation before setting off into the Gibbston …

Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

Take off from Queenstown on an unforgettable journey through some of the South Island’s most spectacular alpine landscapes. Soar above the rugged cliffs of Skippers Canyon and the …

Approx. 50 minutesView on Viator →
Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

This trip provides a spectacular overview of Milford Sound and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor backed ridge lines and snow-covere…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance. A sensational photo oppo…

Approx. 25 minutesView on Viator →
Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire

Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire

Fast becoming the most popular choice for all levels of fitness and ability. Let the electrics assist you up hills and boost you further than ever before. Ride completely at your…

Approx. 480 minutesView on Viator →

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