Queenstown Tours

These tours travel to Queenstown from other South Island destinations, making them ideal if Queenstown is the next stop on your itinerary.

If you are already in Queenstown and want a tour departing from there, explore our tours from Queenstown, including return day tours and scenic one-way journeys.

Yes. You can travel from Christchurch to Queenstown on a guided small group tour, with two scenic route options.

Choose the alpine route on the Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Tekapo tour, travelling through the Mackenzie Country, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki and Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.

Or take the longer West Coast journey on the Christchurch to Queenstown via Franz Josef tour, travelling through alpine passes, rainforest, glacier country and dramatic South Island scenery.

Both options are designed for travellers who want more than a standard transfer, with local commentary, scenic stops and comfortable small group transport.

Some of the best tours to Queenstown include Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo, Christchurch to Queenstown via Franz Josef, Te Anau to Queenstown via Milford Sound, Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wanaka and Mt Cook to Queenstown.

The best option depends on your itinerary, available time and the South Island scenery you want to experience.

Yes. Cheeky Kiwi Travel offers a guided tour from Te Anau to Queenstown via Milford Sound, including a Milford Sound cruise and scenic travel through Fiordland.

This is a great option if you want to experience Milford Sound while continuing onward to Queenstown.

Yes. All tours on this page are one-way guided tours to Queenstown. They are designed for travellers moving between destinations who want their travel day to include scenic stops, local commentary and small group transport.

Pickup details vary depending on the tour and departure location. Some tours include selected accommodation pickup, while others use central meeting points. Check the individual tour page and your booking confirmation for the exact pickup location and time.

Lunch inclusions vary by tour. Some tours include lunch or a picnic lunch, while others stop at places where you can purchase food. You are also welcome to bring your own snacks or lunch.

Check the individual tour page for the exact inclusions before booking.

Bring comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, a warm layer, rain jacket, water bottle, snacks, phone or camera, charging cable and your booking confirmation.

Weather can change quickly in alpine, fiordland and West Coast areas, so it is best to be prepared for different conditions.

Yes, many tours to Queenstown are suitable for families, depending on the route length and the age of the children. Shorter routes such as Wanaka to Queenstown or Mt Cook to Queenstown may suit families wanting a shorter travel day, while longer journeys such as Christchurch to Queenstown or Franz Josef to Queenstown are better for families comfortable with more time on the road.