Queenstown · QUEENSTOWN SIGHTSEEING TOURS
11 reviewed
This is the shortlist we’d hand a friend: the 11 queenstown sightseeing tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Arrowtown and Wanaka half-day tour from Queenstown with Crown Range Road views, Cardrona Hotel drink, That Wanaka Tree, and guided stops.
“It's was awesome experience we all had. Pit was our tour guide, he told us everything about places also helping us to take pics, which we all enjoyed the trip.”
See Queenstown Hill, Arrowtown, Kawarau bungy, and Gibbston wine, then cruise Lake Wakatipu back to town on a small-group tour.
“Allegra was our tour guide and we had a fabulous time learning all about Queenstown. Fun and informative”
Small-group Queenstown highlights by Mercedes: Arrowtown gold rush, Kawarau Bungy Bridge, Gibbston wine tasting, and a Lake cruise.
“Tour guide was very knowledgeable about the places visited. Arrowtown was pretty indeed. The vehicle was very clean and comfortable. The wine tasting activity was enjoyable.”
Private half-day Queenstown to Arrowtown with scenic stops, Lord of the Rings sights, and manuka honey tastings, plus free time to explore.
“It's a scenic view experience. We did stop three times. I think I liked the honey farm area the best they were doing face painting. Kind of a Renaissance experience. We then went into Arrow Town and shopped. Great candy store and bakery.”
Private 9-hour Queenstown photo tour with a pro photographer, 4WD hotel pickup, and flexible Lake Wakatipu and Remarkables photo stops.
“Martin is a tremendous photography tour guide and great person to spend time with. Highly recommended tour”
Queenstown High Country Discovery 4WD tour to Paradise Valley, wool shed, lakes and Middle-earth sights with pickup for small groups.
“Loved learning about sheep farming in the High Country and driving through the farm, seeing the animals, lakes, birds and scenery. Also driving through Glenorchy and seeing that iconic red building. Our driver/guide was full of interesting facts and stories. We certainly had our ‘moneys worth’ and at the end we were more than ready for lunch and a warm drink.”
Helicopter from Queenstown to Milford Sound with glacier and beach landings, headsets commentary, shared or private options.
“This was an amazing experience. Our pilot was so pleasant and knowledgeable about the terrain. It was a highlight for our family and one we will remember always!!! Cannot recommend enough. There is no other way to really be able to appreciate the gorgeous land that is southern New Zealand!”
4-hour Queenstown Goldrush tour to Skippers Canyon and Shotover River with GPS stories in 5 languages plus beer or barista coffee included.
“Had a great day learning all about Skipper's canyon, the views were amazing and easily some of the best photos I've managed to take while in New Zealand. Would highly recommend this day trip to anyone keen to discover more about the gold rush and early settlers in the area, as well as see more of the stunning scenery surrounding Queenstown.”
Half-day Queenstown private 4WD photography tour with Martin Kohn. Flexible routes, smart composition coaching, and misty views.
“Our guide Martin is an award winning photographer. He has strong passion about landscape photography. He taught us a lot about photography. He is very familiar with the Queenstown area. He narrated very well. He was very nice and the communication was great. We will definitely book a whole day tour with him next time.”
A private 4WD photo tour in Queenstown with a photographer at each stop, digital images after, and included admissions for up to 5.
“Simon's knowledge of the area , history and culture was amazing and interesting and he knew great spots for photos we were able to visit plenty.”
A 3-hour Queenstown highlights tour with winery tastings, Arrowtown gold-rush streets, Shotover canyon views, and Bungy Bridge thrills.
“The Highlights & wine tasting tour was great! Our guide Ted was very enthusiastic, informative and patient! I really enjoyed myself.”
