QUEENSTOWN
Lake, mountains, and everything in between.
The 15 most popular full-day tours in Queenstown. What each day is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Queenstown to Milford Sound by plane and boat in 5 hours with guaranteed window seats, a 2-hour cruise past Mitre Peak and waterfalls.
Most Popular“Was great everything was good from transport the flight and the boat ride A1 definitely the highlight of the holiday”
Full-day guided Mount Cook trip from Queenstown with scenic stops, Lake Pukaki views, 3.5 hours free time, and Hillary Centre entry.
“We had an amazing time on the Mount Cook tour with Altitude, and our guide Beth was absolutely fantastic. Hands down, this was one of the best tours we took during our entire trip. The scenery was unreal from start to finish, and Beth Read more”
Bike through Queenstown’s Gibbston Valley on a self-guided wine route with shuttle, bikes, helmets, and phone support for a full day out.
“We had such a great day biking around the wineries, we really enjoyed Chard Farm, and loved how beautifully scenic the views are at points on the trail. We were sooo pleased we went with the electric bikes as it made the day way more enjoyable and less strenuous for us less athletic types! Thanks…”
Cycle Arrowtown to Queenstown along Lake Wakatipu on a self-guided gravel route, with shuttle, e-bike options, helmet, and a map.
“E Bikes are efficient and easy to ride. Amazing views along the journey, friendly guide gave clear support.”
4WD day tour from Queenstown to LOTR filming sites with costumes, hot drinks and lunch, plus gold panning by Arrow River.
“Felt like I was in the presence of the lord of the rings characters playing their part and got to see and experience the most beautiful parts of Queenstown”
Full-day Lord of the Rings tour from Queenstown with small group stops at famous filming sites, replica props, and smart story guides.
“The three-star review is because I think this shouldn't be a full-day offering. This tour is essentially two separate tours, and while the tour guides and the locations were great for each tour, a lot of the content was similar. The reason anyone Read more”
Macetown 4WD day trip from Queenstown: small-group ride, alpine walk to Homeward Bound Battery, gold panning by Arrow River.
“Very good activities in Queenstown. Good surroundings view. The guide is really good and kind. He is very friendly and talkative. Will be back again”
A 12-hour guided coach day linking Queenstown and Christchurch via Aoraki/Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, and the Church of the Good Shepherd.
“A fantastic day to a beautiful location with a really knowledgable and helpful guide. It Thoroughly recommended”
Drive from Queenstown to Fiordland’s Mavora Lakes on an LOTR tour with licensed props, filming spots, and Southland views.
“Can’t recommend this enough. Ian the tour guide was not only knowledgeable but also very passionate, which made the whole experience so much better. The locations speak for themselves you go there and you instantly recognize scenes from the movies, and the props, well I ended up enjoying them way more that I probably should…”
Private Lord of the Rings full-day tour from Queenstown: filming locations, Glenorchy and Paradise, licensed prop photos, scripts included.
“It was amazing, the two guides were true fans of the movies, the places were stunning, the weapon replicas as well. 100% worth it”
A full-day guided hike on New Zealand’s Routeburn Track from Queenstown, with lunch, snacks, transport, and strong Southern Alps scenery.
“Well experienced guide, friendly group of people, breathtaking view, amazing experience for beginner”
Learn Queenstown photography with a pro, chase Southern Lakes viewpoints by 4WD, and get coached on manual settings for postcard-worthy shots.
“Martin was an excellent professional guide. His knowledge of the area and history of the people is stellar. I would highly recommend his services for a wonderful small group experience. His knowledge of photography is second to none. I highly recommend this tour and would love to work with him again.”
Queenstown 4WD Lord of the Rings tour: filming locations, gold panning, replica props, and a café lunch voucher.
“Ryan was so funny and knowledgeable, we had the best day”
From Queenstown, join small-group Mt Aspiring canyoning for 8 hours of climbs, jumps, abseils and alpine water, with transfers and lunch.
“Excelente.”
Private full-day Queenstown photo tour with local photographer Aiste, 4WD, picnic lunch, and 5–10 professional photos.
“This review is long overdue, but I wanted to thank Aiste for a fabulous day of photography and sightseeing! Participating in a photo tour like this was a new experience for me, and I found it to be truly worthwhile – Aiste was incredibly helpful iRead more”
From the lake to the fiord, every way to fill a day.
