Queenstown VIP Wine Drop and Hop Tour
Queenstown VIP Wine Drop & Hop Tour
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Enjoy a fun day out and experience Arrowtown and the Gibbston Valley Area renowned for growing some of the best wines in the world. Queenstown Expeditions Our Queenstown VIP Drop & Hop service will link you with these epic locations throughout the day. From famous Pinot Noir to locally brewed beers, your Queenstown visit must include a relaxing experience in the Queenstown wine area.
Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride
Looking for Queenstown’s most scenic half-day ride? This self-guided adventure has it all - historic Arrowtown, river gorges, and the famous Kawarau Bungy Bridge - before rolling into the Gibbston Valley Winery.
Your journey begins with a scenic shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown, where we’ll set you up with a bike, trail map, and local tips. From there, follow the spectacular Arrow River Bridges Trail, crossing swing bridges and through dramatic river gorges until you reach the historic Kawarau Bungy Bridge (13 km). Continue into Gibbston Valley where your ride finishes at Gibbston Valley Winery — the perfect spot to relax before meeting your return shuttle back to Queenstown.
This relaxed 15 km ride is perfect for families, couples, or groups wanting to enjoy Queenstown’s trails at their own pace.
Departure times:
SUMMER (1 Sept – 30 Apr)
Morning: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Afternoon: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
WINTER (1 May – 31 Aug)
Morning: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Afternoon: 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views
A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach journey with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports.
From Queenstown, journey along Lake Whakatipu and onto the Milford Road before meeting your cruise in Milford Sound.
Includes options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures. With 70+ years of expertise, we deliver unforgettable journeys and a premium experience for all. Download our free app to hear the commentary in eight languages.
With round-trip transport from Queenstown and an easy cruise connection, everything is sorted, so you can lose yourself in the wonder of Milford Sound.
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Garden to Table in Queenstown
Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Whakatipu, Walter Peak High Country Farm is the perfect place to spend a relaxing few hours. Immerse yourself in nature and learn about conservation throughout New Zealand.
Begin your trip with a 45 minute cruise aboard the Vintage TSS Earnslaw, an integral part of Queenstown’s pioneering history and to this day a Queenstown icon. You will be greeted by our rural host, who will give you a tour of the stunning Restaurant Garden and showcase the beautiful native plants. Sample fresh produce straight from the veggie beds and orchard!
Next savour a delicious garden platters made with with ingredients just harvested during your visit. This is the perfect adventure for those who want to give back to the environment while immersing themselves in New Zealand’s native scenery.
You will then have the opportunity to have a hands on role in Walter Peaks land restoration project by planting a native tree or shrub from our nursery.
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown
Sit back, relax and let us host your full day Southland adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound.
Enjoy one of the world’s most spectacular drives in a modern glass‑roof coach, travelling along the shores of Lake Whakatipu through countryside to Te Anau. After a refreshing café stop, continue along the dramatic alpine Milford Road, with photo stops and short walks along the way.
Step aboard our unique, character-rich vessels for a 2‑hour Milford Sound cruise to the Tasman Sea and admire waterfalls, wildlife and towering mountains. Experienced skippers tailor each cruise to the day’s conditions and wildlife sightings, while specialist nature guides provide live commentary. Spacious vessels feature large windows and open viewing decks for uninterrupted views, and you feel the spray of waterfalls.
Bring your own lunch or purchase locally curated food and drinks, including wine, craft beer and barista coffee, on board. After the cruise, return by coach to Queenstown
KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers
Hang on during this thrilling Jet boat ride that travels at high speeds on two rivers, covering more ground with a longer time out on the water than similar tours in the region. Leaving right from the Main Town Pier in Queenstown, scream with delight as your jet boat zooms across Lake Wakatipu, spins in circles on the Kawarau River, and navigates the shallow waters of the Shotover River. Be prepared to have heart-racing fun on this roller coaster of a ride!
NZONE Skydive Queenstown
See Queenstown like never before as you take the ultimate leap of faith as you tandem skydive. Feel your adrenaline surge as you reach altitude and prepare to jump, before free-falling at terminal velocity reaching speeds of up to 200 kilometres per hour.
Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak
We fly from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off point. Offering stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond, let our highly experienced pilots guide you through the air and show you what it's like to fly like a bird. No experience necessary.
Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown
Join talented and knowledgeable guides on a journey along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives. All guides have unique and insightful stories to share, and spill the secrets of their beautiful backyard as you travel through lush rainforest, glacier carved valleys, alpine lookouts and much more. Enjoy spectacular short walks and incredible photo stops before arriving at the main event, magical Milford Sound.
On arrival at Milford Sound, board a modern and spacious catamaran exploration of the region’s most famous fiord. As the boat travels the length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea, the welcoming crew will share what they know about their place, its wildlife, waterfalls, and fascinating history.
Enjoy complimentary lunch before joining the crew for a dance in the spray of pure glacial melt as the boat noses close Stirling Falls for a refreshing finale!
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown
Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri, cross over the 670-meter high Wilmot Pass and enjoy a 2 hour and 45-minute cruise through pure serenity that is Doubtful Sound.
This trip is a round trip of approximately 13 hours. If you wish to pre-order a picnic lunch, please contact the supplier directly after booking.
Hotel pick up/drop off from select locations is available - please call RealNZ directly to find out if there is a pick up close to your accommodation.
Please be sure to arrive at your pick up location 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch
The best way to experience Milford Sound from Queenstown. We take care of the driving while you sit back and enjoy the stunning views from our premium coaches with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports. Your friendly driver shares stories about the area's history and unique ecology, with well-timed stops to snap photos of the amazing views. Our free multi-lingual commentary app is available on both the Coach and Cruise in eight languages.
Arrive in Milford Sound feeling refreshed and ready to cruise the fiord. Get ready for unobstructed views of thundering waterfalls and the towering cliff faces. Our premium Nature Cruise comes with options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures.
This trip takes care of all the transportation, including round-trip travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound and a seamless connection to your cruise. All you have to do is enjoy the experience.
Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat
What makes the 6-hour Queenstown fishing adventure truly unique is the rare chance to fish in one of the world’s most breathtaking alpine landscapes—Lake Wakatipu, framed by The Remarkables, Cecil Peak, and Walter Peak. With six full hours on the water, you’ll have time to try multiple fishing techniques like trolling, spinning, jigging, and using downriggers to target trout and salmon in both shallow and deep waters.
Our premium boat is fitted with a quiet electric trolling motor, offering a smooth, eco-conscious ride that keeps the experience peaceful and sustainable. With expert guidance and top-quality gear provided, this trip is perfect for those wanting more than a quick outing—it’s for those who want to truly connect with the lake, learn new skills, and chase their next big catch in comfort and style.
Limited to just six passengers, it’s a relaxed and personal experience that feels more like fishing with friends than being part of a tour.
Private Day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown
A day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown unveils a stunning tapestry of New Zealand's landscapes, showcasing serene lakes, ancient rainforests, and majestic waterfalls. Your journey includes stops at the iconic Mirror Lakes and the breathtaking Homer Tunnel, leading you to the awe-inspiring Milford Sound. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the fiord, where you can spot dolphins and seals while admiring towering cliffs and the legendary Mitre Peak. This 12-hour adventure is perfect for nature lovers seeking an unforgettable experience in Fiordland National Park.
- 12-hour round-trip adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound
- Scenic cruise through Milford Sound with wildlife spotting
- Stops at Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, and Monkey Creek
- Experience the dramatic landscapes of Fiordland National Park
Omni VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality
- State of the art technology and the latest gear
- Huge range of gaming scenarios to choose from
- NZ's first Omni VR stations!
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown
Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound. The pristine Milford Sound is part of the World Heritage Fiordland National Park, in the south west of the South Island, and is famed for its remote atmosphere and rugged beauty. It is New Zealand’s best known fiord and the only one that can be reached by road. Maori are believed to have discovered Milford Sound more than 1,000 years ago, returning seasonally to collect the prized pounamu (greenstone). In the early 1800s John Grono was the first European settler to land in the sound, which he named after Milford Haven in Wales. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages. Milford Sound is breathtaking in any weather. Cliffs rise high into the air from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres.
Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure
Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown.
Once you arrive over at the working high country station, partake in a wander around the grounds to meet and greet all the animals that call the farm home. Our guides will give fun and informative commentary, and you'll be delighted by a farm show detailing life for the working dogs.
Indulge in a decadently classic country morning/afternoon tea with homemade scones and tea. Use your time to your leisure to wander the gardens and re-visit your new animal friends.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your departure time to check in.
Fear Factory Queenstown
Queenstown is now the home of New Zealand's scariest Haunted House!
Fear Factory Queenstown offers you a real life horror experience.
Challenge yourself and your friends to walk the dark hallways of Queenstown's newest adrenalin-pumping experience.
You walk through our haunted hallways at your own speed, following a trail of red lights, but one thing you will learn very quickly as well as a maze we are a live action haunted house.
The tour is best enjoyed with friends, although a few brave souls have ventured in alone and lived to tell the tale!
Your fears are brought to life within the dark passageways - so if you choose to 'Chicken-Out' you will be added to Fear Factory Queenstown's growing Chicken List.
Fear factory Queenstown is geared towards adults, but children will survive with a parent or guardian (under 15's must always be accompanied by an adult).
The experience lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Are you brave enough? Fun and scares await you!
Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Queenstown Vineyards
From Arrow Junction to the Gibbston Valley, this ¾-day self-guided adventure blends scenic trails with world-class wine. Start with a shuttle from Queenstown to Arrow Junction (7 km beyond Arrowtown), where you’ll be set up with a quality bike, trail map, and all the tips for a seamless ride.
Wind your way 6 km (4 miles) through dramatic river gorges, crossing the Edgar Swing Bridge and passing the iconic Kawarau Bungy Bridge, before rolling into Gibbston - the heart of Central Otago’s wine country.
Take your pick of 6+ wineries, a gin tasting room, and a local tavern along the way, with time to enjoy multiple stops depending on your pace. The full ride covers around 17 km (11 miles) of undulating, scenic trail, finishing at a winery of your choice, where our shuttle will meet you for the return to Queenstown.
With Queenstown’s most experienced bike tour operator, you’ll enjoy expert support, local knowledge, and a ride that’s as memorable as the wine.
Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown
Come and experience the original Hop on Hop off Wine & Beer tour at the lowest price guaranteed.
Maximum of 8 travellers per group unless otherwise agreed.
Experience the best of both worlds with a day of wine and beer tastings at some of Central Otago’s best-hidden breweries, wineries and eateries.
Our knowledgeable drivers will ensure an enjoyable day out with fantastic commentary along the way to both educate and entertain.
If you’re not a drinker then there is still plenty on offer with a fantastic range of other activities such as jet boating, bungy jumping, ten pin bowling not to mention all the amazing food to be sampled.
• Hop-on Hop-off Wine Tour in Queenstown, Gibbston Valley, Arrowtown and more
• Great way to go wine tasting without a car or designated driver
.Choice of a half-day afternoon or full-day ticket
• Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
• The bus goes every 45 min approximately to each stop (Maps are provided)
Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour - Glenorchy (half day)
If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour from Queenstown. You’ll tour the countryside by 4WD and visit the locations where the Fortress of Isengard, Forest of Lothlorien and other famous Peter Jackson scenes were filmed. Discover why New Zealand is the movie directors’ choice for film locations, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.
Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo from Queenstown
Mt Cook Bus Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience, this small group, fully guided bus tour to Mt Cook combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with scenic flights in a helicopter and a ski plane including a Tasman Glacier landing plus free time to do other optional activities of your choice. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Time Tripper Queenstown
Hold on to your seats, we’re taking you under Lake Wakatipu and back to the beginning on a journey through time and legend!
Time Tripper is a state-of-the-art animated show that takes you on a journey through time and legend, where you experience 90 million years in under 30 minutes.
Travel back to a time when dinosaurs roamed the earth, learn about how Lake Wakatipu was carved out by a giant glacier, and then see the fish, diving ducks and slinky eels that lie beneath at the end of the show.
Escape Adventure AR Experience in Queenstown
Our Escape Adventure adds a unique twist to and Escape Room and is a combination of scavenger hunt, escape rooms, and augmented reality (AR) all around beautiful Queenstown!
We have different games available based on your group suitable from ages 5 and older.
Our Magic portal game (90 Minutes) is aimed at ages 8+ with a mini version of this game for 5-8 Year olds (60 minutes).
Those of you looking for a challenge should try our premium Operation Mindfall game which is aimed at ages 14+ and lasts up to 2 hours.
Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission
Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species.
We have over 20 species of native wildlife including New Zealand's national icon, the Kiwi and our living fossil, the Tuatara.
Kiwi Encounters:
Enjoy an unforgettable experience viewing Kiwi while learning about these fascinating birds from our professional wildlife team.
Times:
10am, 11am, 12:15pm, 1pm, 2:15pm, 3pm, 4:15pm & 5pm (Oct-April)
10am, 11am, 12:15pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3:45pm & 4.30pm (May - Sep)
Conservation Show:
Get up close and personal with our most fascinating, endangered wildlife in this entertaining 30-minute free flight show.
Times:
11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30 & 5:30pm (Summer)
11:30am & 3pm (Winter)
Important:
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before Kiwi Encounter, Subject to availability.
Maximum occupancy in Kiwi House is 80 people.
Kiwi House open at all times outside Kiwi Encounters for viewing.