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Queenstown's Gin & Spirits Tasting Tour

We've finely curated a gin-tasting experience that includes a mix of tastings, scenery, fun, and education. Start your day by meeting your friendly guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation. From here, we will explore Cardrona, Arrowtown, and Queenstown, showcasing a talented range of distillers who use our unique environment to produce some of the smoothest and top award-winning spirits in New Zealand and around the world Throughout the afternoon, you'll enjoy three separate gin and spirit tasting experiences, with each location offering something special, including a distillery tour at the famous Cardrona Distillery. Enjoy a gin and tonic upon arrival, shared platters at two of the locations, and be hosted by an Altitude Tours guide and the tasting room staff, all of whom will educate and entertain you with distilling facts and stories.
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Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the most spectacular - it also suits travelers on a short time frame and a high level of fitness is not required.
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From $95.44
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Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon ex Queenstown or Wanaka

This tour is located in the pristine wilderness of the Mt Aspiring National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with limited numbers allowed in the park this adventure is reserved for the fortunate few each season. Immerse yourself in nature’s playground as you explore this remote and untouched landscape.
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From $281.51
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Macetown 4WD Tour from Queenstown

A real 4WD off road adventure which explores the historic gold mining town of Macetown. This ghost town from the gold rush era is now a Department of Conservation reserve, accessible only by 4WD. The road winds from river level to high above the Arrow Gorge, offering over 25 river crossings en route, ever changing views, and the chance to gold pan in the Arrow River.
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From $208.53
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The Wine Trail Tour

Discover the Central Otago Wine Trail on a small group half-day tour from Queenstown. Enjoy a personalized experience with this tour customized to your tastes and experience some of the finest wines the Otago Wine Trail has to offer. After complimentary hotel pick-up, set off for the heart of Gibbston on a small group half-day tour to visit four cellar doors and enjoy a personalized itinerary based on your booking selections.  Journey into the ‘valley of the vines’ to discover these vineyards nestled amongst the spectacular mountain ranges and dramatic river gorges. Visit four smaller, boutique wineries that are off the beaten path. There is no set routine, so every day is an adventure. The choice of the wineries visited will vary each day based on your individual group's dynamics. The overall focus is on high-quality wines as well as friendly and informative staff.
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From $147.01
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Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental And Return Shuttle

This trail travels alongside Lake Dunstan on the opposite side of the lake to the road that travels between Cromwell and Clyde. The engineering involved to create this trail is stunning with clip-ons attached to the rockface in places, the Hugo Suspension Bridge plus a very good trail surface throughout the ride. The views and scenery on this ride are fantastic and you can fully understand the history of the area - from the goldrush to the building of NZ's largest dam - by reading the information boards along the way.
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Lake Dunstan Cycleway with Bike hire and Shuttle service

The Lake Dunstan Cycleway is the most exciting thing to be added to the New Zealand Cycling landscape in a long time. This ride is an extension of the hugely popular Otago Rail Trail. The Central Otago region is a beautiful place to visit on its own, but this new ride adds another element to your sightseeing and adventure activity. This ride is not recommended for beginners or for riders that are not competent or confident on a bike. There are challenging sections and caution and common sense is required to really enjoy this fun day out.
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From $93.84
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Omni VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

- State of the art technology and the latest gear - Huge range of gaming scenarios to choose from - NZ's first Omni VR stations!
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From $36.91
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Cardrona Mountain Bike Lift Pass & Rental Package

If you’re looking to go mountain biking in Queenstown or Wanaka, look no further than New Zealand’s highest bike park. Whether you are a seasoned down-hiller or new to mountain biking, this tour has a package for everyone. - Avoid hassle and rent a bike from our on-mountain rental workshop - Fly down the largest lift-accessed vertical in New Zealand - Traverse over 20 kilometers of trail ranging from flowing beginner trails to technical expert tracks - Finish your day with the legendary Peak to Pub descent Opening hours 23/24 summer Off peak 15th Dec - 24th Dec / 23rd Jan - 3rd March Open Thursday to Monday, 10am - 4pm (12-8pm every Friday!) Peak 26th Dec - 22nd Jan Open Monday to Friday, 10am - 6pm (8pm every Friday!)
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From $112.28
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Queenstown Scavenger Hunt:Take The Leap!

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.
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From $12.31
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New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance: ► 2 Flightseeing Tours, 1 Over Milford Sound & 1 Over Mount Cook ► Jet-Boating Top-Speed Along a Turquoise-Colored River ► A World-Famous Suspension Bridge Jump (optional) ► Zip-Lining ► Cable Car Ride Over Stunning Landscape ► 4-Wheel Driving in a Scenic Valley (seasonal) ► Boat Rides Around Icebergs (seasonal), Fjords & a National Park & Inside a Cave ► A Cruise on a Historic Steamship ► Visits to Boiling Geothermal Sites ► Bathing in a Mud Spa ► Glacier-Hiking ► A Tour of Lord of the Rings’ Movie Set ► A Show Demonstrating Centuries-Old Native Rituals
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Full Day Ski the Tasman

A unique ski trip for a range of abilities. Ski the longest runs in NZ up to 10kms long, on NZ's largest glacier. Small groups for personalized care and safety.
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The Ultimate Lake Dunstan Bike Hire And Boat Experience

This trail travels alongside Lake Dunstan on the opposite side of the lake to the road that travels between Cromwell and Clyde. The engineering involved to create this trail is stunning with 450m of clip-ons attached to the rockface in places, the Hugo Suspension Bridge plus a very good trail surface throughout the ride. The views and scenery on this ride are fantastic and you can fully understand the history of the area - from the goldrush to the building of NZ's largest dam - from the information boards along the way. The Dunstan Explorer Boat return is a brilliant way to return back up the lake and explore areas of the trail that you would not have seen from your bike. Our company actively works with the Dunstan Explorer to deliver outstanding experiences for our guests.
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From $181.42
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Full-Day Small-Group Routeburn Valley Walk

After being picked up from your hotel in Queenstown, you will take one of the most beautiful road journeys in New Zealand to the Western end of Lake Wakatipu, led by a knowledgeable local guide.The world-renowned Routeburn Track provides stunning variation in vegetation, bird species, and topography as it climbs 6.5 kilometers one way, on a moderate fitness trail through gorges and valleys. This is small group tour with a maximum of 10 people that you will be spending the 7 hour day with. Your lunch sandwich, wrap or bread roll is an additional cost, afternoon tea / coffee fruit and cookies are included.
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Kidz Club Queenstown

Treat your kids to an awesome Kidz Club, while you head off to enjoy Queenstown at your own pace. Perfect for ages 4 and up, this is a fab and friendly place where the kids will have a blast. Included are Thrillzone activities such as 12D Motion Rides at Vortex, tactical Lasertag/Heroblast, Racing simulator, Colouring in, Minigolf and so much more all run by our super enthusiastic staff! Paradise for Kids and Adults!
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From $50.05