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    Luxury Queenstown and Wanaka
    Tours made for you

    The world's adventure capital
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    Hiking adventures

    Head out on mountain and lake-side trails

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    Excellent wines

    Visit award-winning vineyards and wineries

    Bird spotting

    Go birdwatching in ancient forests

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    Incredible scenery

    Take in astounding views and natural scenery

    Discover art, vineyards, fine dining and incredible scenery

    Queenstown is one of New Zealand’s most picturesque towns, sitting on the tip of the crystal clear Lake Wakatipu. It’s a bustling hub of international and local visitors come to seek out one of the endless thrills on offer here from skiing, white water rafting, canyon swinging, jet boating, mountain biking and bungy jumping.

    But Queenstown is not just a gathering point for adrenaline junkies, slow down to the cosmopolitan pace of life and you’ll discover its flourishing arts scene, excellent vineyards, fine dining, international-standard golf courses and quiet lakeside shores where you can take in the incredible scenery. There is an infectious energy year-round here but its bars and restaurants are especially abuzz in summer and winter when seasonal activities draw the highest number of visitors.

    For those after a slower pace, head over the Crown Range to the mellower but equally stunning Wanaka. This little township has its own glassy lake, epic mountain backdrop, fine dining scene and endless outdoor pursuits, but where Queenstown is the compact, excitable hub with high rise hotels and busy streets, Wanaka is the cooler, calmer equivalent with fewer shops and a more local feel.

    Highlights

    Spend half a day exploring Moke Lake, relaxing, following the gentle hiking paths and enjoying the view from spectacular scenic phot spots

    Cycle along the beautifully scenic 26km Queenstown Trail from the town centre to the Kelvin Peninsula. You’ll ride alongside Lake Wakatipu and over Kawarau Falls Bridge

    Journey deep into Middle Earth and explore Lord of the Rings locations from Queenstown to Glenorchy. You will discover breathtaking and iconic LOTR scenery from Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien Forest, The Misty Mountains and Ithilien

    Go on a delicious wine excursion through the Gibbston Valley Region on a tour tailored to suit your tastes and interests

    The birthplace of bungee jumping, Queenstown is an adventure-lovers paradise. Take on the Shotover Canyon Swing like I did and see the Shotover Canyon from a whole new perspective whilst channeling your inner adrenaline junkie or Jet Boat down the river for dramatic natural scenery (or do both!). These are two of my favourite destinations in New Zealand and are ideal year-round, they are the perfect outdoor playground for skiing, hiking, biking, boating or just chilling with a view.

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    Ellie Khoury

    Travel Designer

    Luxury accommodation in Queenstown and Wanaka

    There are many incredible places to stay in Queenstown and Wanaka. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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    When to visit

    New Zealand is a year-round destination. In summer visit the beaches and explore the country’s National Parks. Spring is a mild time of year to travel and the countryside comes to life. In winter the South Island is a playground for outdoor adventures and epic scenery. Autumn sees cold, crisp days in the South Island and more mild rainy days in the North Island.

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    March–April

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    Skiing and Snowboarding

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