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The Queenstown Bucket List

Lake mornings, alpine trails, adrenaline drops at the edge of every ridge. The once-in-a-lifetime experiences that define a Queenstown trip — the bucket-list tours and tickets worth planning around.

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Playtime on Segways in Queenstown Gardens
2h

Queenstown Segway Tour

See the highlights of Queenstown on a Segway tour, the perfect introduction to New Zealand’s capital of outdoor adventure.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Queenstown scenery
3h 30m

NZONE Skydive Queenstown

See Queenstown like never before as you take the ultimate leap of faith as you tandem skydive.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $212 a person
Stunning scenery & vines from Arrowtown to Gibbston Valley
6h

Queenstown Wine Tour

Discover Queenstown’s finest wineries with the flexible, Wine Hopper experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
4h 30m

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

We will fly you from Queenstown over the Southern Alps with breathtakingly spectacular and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $469 a person
Our bus
5h to 7h

Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown

Come and experience the original Hop on Hop off Wine & Beer tour at the lowest price guaranteed.

  • 4.6★ · 359 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $62 a person
12h

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.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $156 a person
3h 30m

Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour

Get your pulse racing on an ATV adventure on Queenstown Hill!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $206 a person
13h

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.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $218 a person
Discover boutique cellar door and vineyard locations
6h

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...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $164 a person
30 min

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!

  • 4.6★ · 85 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $12 a person
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
3h 30m

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

A return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on a vessel of your choice, a farm demonstration and a delicious BBQ...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $103 a person
Arrow river in Lupin Blossom
3h to 5h

Arrowtown to Queenstown Bike Tour with Shuttle

⭐ Set off on the Ride to Riches journey, traversing the stunning Twin River trail outside Queenstown, featuring seven bridges and three rivers.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $68 a person
Remarkable Shotover Canyons
25 min

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Prepare yourself for the ultimate jet boating experience with Shotover Jet - the unique, breathtaking white water ride and adrenaline rush you’ll never forget!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $120 a person
90-Minute Scenic Cruise on Lake Wakatipu – Explore Queenstown from the Water
1h 30m

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

Step aboard a classic Queenstown lake cruise and take in the region’s most iconic views from the water.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $47 a person
Arrowtown
6h

Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

Discover Wānaka, Arrowtown and the spectacular Crown Range on a relaxed small-group day tour from Queenstown.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Full-day
From $123 a person
Visit the world famous Gibbston Valley Winery
3h

Queenstown Sightseeing Tour: Highlights of Queenstown

Embark on a guided morning adventure through Queenstown’s most iconic sights in the comfort of a luxury minivan.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $90 a person
2h to 3h

Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission

Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park.

  • 4.6★ · 349 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $38 a person
Southern Discoveries suspension bridge near Arrowtown
5h to 7h

Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown.

  • 4.8★ · 97 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $62 a person
3h

Private Queenstown by Night Skyline and Lakeside Tour

Experience Queenstown after dark on a private evening tour showcasing alpine scenery and romantic night views.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $135 a person
2h to 3h

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.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $10 a person
Taste a fantastic lunch cooked in retired Pinot Barrels matched with local wines
6h 30m

Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour

Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $175 a person
3h 30m

Queenstown Lake Cruise to Walter Peak Farm with BBQ Buffet

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $103 a person
1h 15m

Queenstown Floating Sauna & Cold Plunge on Lake Whakatipu

Watershed is a floating sauna experience on Lake Whakatipu, where guests cycle between hot Finnish saunas and cold lake plunges while surrounded by Queenstown’s alpine scenery.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $38 a person
12h 30m

Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

The best way to experience Milford Sound from Queenstown.

  • 4.7★ · 660 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $223 a person

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