Tours from Queenstown
Discover fully-guided tours from Queenstown with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, including return day tours and scenic one-way journeys across the South Island.
Depart from Queenstown to experience iconic destinations including Milford Sound, Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, Franz Josef, Christchurch, Dunedin and Middlemarch. Whether you are staying in Queenstown or travelling onward, our small group tours combine premium transport, knowledgeable local guides, scenic stops and carefully planned itineraries.
Day Tours from Queenstown
Looking for a day tour that starts and finishes in Queenstown? Choose from guided return day tours to Milford Sound and Mt Cook, two of the South Island’s most spectacular destinations.
Our Milford Sound Tour & Cruise from Queenstown has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Awards every year since 2023, making it a standout option for travellers wanting an award-winning day tour from Queenstown with premium transport, local commentary, scenic stops and a boutique Milford Sound cruise.
Scenic One-Way Tours from Queenstown
Travelling onward through the South Island? Our one-way tours from Queenstown turn your travel day into part of the experience, with guided routes to Mt Cook, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Dunedin and Middlemarch.
Enjoy comfortable small group transport, local insights and scenic stops along the way, while travelling between some of the South Island’s most iconic destinations.
Travelling in the other direction? See our Queenstown tours for guided journeys that travel to Queenstown from other South Island destinations.
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Tours departing Queenstown
Cheeky Kiwi Travel offers fully-guided tours departing from Queenstown, including return day tours to Milford Sound and Mt Cook, plus scenic one-way tours to Mt Cook, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Dunedin and Middlemarch.
Some tours start and finish in Queenstown, while others are one-way journeys for travellers continuing through the South Island.
The main return day tours from Queenstown are Milford Sound and Mt Cook. Milford Sound is ideal for fiord scenery, waterfalls and a cruise through one of New Zealand’s most famous natural attractions. Mt Cook is a great option for alpine scenery, turquoise lakes and views of New Zealand’s highest mountain.
Yes. Cheeky Kiwi Travel’s Milford Sound tour from Queenstown has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Awards every year since 2023. It is a standout option for travellers wanting an award-winning guided day tour from Queenstown.
Yes. You can book one-way tours from Queenstown to destinations such as Mt Cook, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Dunedin and Middlemarch. These tours are ideal if you are travelling onward and want your travel day to include guided commentary, scenic stops and comfortable small group transport.
If you want to stop overnight in Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo or Franz Josef before continuing to Christchurch, you will need to book separate one-way tour routes.
Yes. Cheeky Kiwi Travel offers guided one-way tours from Queenstown to Christchurch, with scenic routes designed for travellers who want more than a standard transfer.
You can travel from Queenstown to Christchurch via the West Coast on the Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef tour, or choose the alpine route on the Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo tour. Both journeys include guided commentary, scenic stops and comfortable small group transport.
We do not provide airport pick-ups. If you are arriving at Queenstown Airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare or local transport to the closest available pick-up location, such as the Frankton Bus Terminus, and meet the tour from there.
Check your individual tour page or booking confirmation for the exact pick-up location and time.
Breakfast is not included. A picnic lunch is included on selected tours, including the Milford Sound Tour & Cruise and the Franz Josef Tour from Queenstown.
On most tours, there are stops where you can purchase food, or you are welcome to bring your own. Vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options are generally available at food stops, but availability may vary by route.
Wear comfortable clothing and sensible footwear. Bring your e-ticket or booking confirmation, a phone or camera, a charging cable, a water bottle, snacks and a small amount of cash or card for food and souvenirs.
New Zealand weather can change quickly, especially in alpine and fiordland areas, so it is also worth bringing a warm layer and rain jacket.
