4 2-Day Experiences in Queenstown Worth the Fare

1.Bike The Wineries (1/2 Day) – Quick Pedal to Pinot

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · from $58Our pick

Start in central Queenstown with a shuttle, mountain bike, helmet, trail map, and local route tips. Then ride about 17 km of trails through the Kawarau Gorge and Gibbston Valley, stopping at wineries and a tavern as you choose. It is self-guided, so you set the pace, with phone support available for navigation or bike problems.

“The staff was great. The bikes were awesome. We had a beautiful day and the trail was fun to ride to all the winery’s.”

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2.Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy – 1/2 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $235Top rated

Join photographer Glen Howey for a private five-hour trip from Queenstown to Glenorchy. You’ll travel beside Lake Wakatipu, stop among mountain, forest and lake scenery, and get practical help with your camera and composition. The tour includes hotel pickup, snacks and a tripod on request. Bring a fully charged camera battery.

“Amazing scenery. Excellent support and education about , not only my camera, but using my eyes to see ‘the picture’ . Much appreciated.”

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3.Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 2 days · from $346

Spend two days crossing the South Island with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, stopping for lake walks, waterfalls, Hokitika Gorge and Castle Hill. You’ll stay overnight in Franz Josef at accommodation you book yourself, then continue to Christchurch with an English-speaking guide. Groups are limited to 16, and guide names have included Martin, Logan, Jonathan, Yannis and Polly.

“The journey had lots of stops and walks to scenic spots that were memorable . Both Jonathan and Yannis our guides on the two legs, were knowledgeable, fun and enjoyable company . They really made it a remarkable trip . Thanks guys .”

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4.2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,542

Spend two days crossing New Zealand’s South Island from Queenstown to Christchurch by road and rail. The trip includes a shuttle into Franz Josef Glacier Valley, one night in Franz Josef, a route north through Hokitika and a six-hour TranzAlpine train ride. Driver Lyall has been praised for his service, though your driver and accommodation may vary.

“My friend and I booked this trip 10 months in advance and were fully confirmed. Three weeks prior to the trip, we were contacted to tell us that they didn’t have train tickets for us even though it had been fully confirmed and that now the traiRead more”

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