Skyline Heights & Town Buzz & milford Sound Full-Day Journey
“8 nights in Queenstown, New Zealand — Land, settle into the Old Town townhouse, and ease jet lag with a gentle lakeside afternoon.”
8 nights in Queenstown, New Zealand, mapped out day by day through Queenstown and Arrowtown — a place to sleep and something worth doing on every one of the 8 days.
Good to know
- Best season
- 12-20 March
- Pace
- Steady, a full day out
- Where you sleep
- Machiya townhouse, Old Town
- Getting around
- Trains, transit, and walking
- Length
- 8 days
- Budget
- €1,439
The trip, day by day
- 1
Arrival & Lakefront Easing In
Check in to Machiya townhouse in Old TownStroll the Lake Wakatipu waterfront and Queenstown GardensGrab an early dinner at FergburgerSunset drinks along the lakefront - 2
Skyline Heights & Town Buzz
Ride the Skyline Gondola & LugeEnjoy panoramic Lake Wakatipu views from Bob's PeakLunch back in the town centreEvening visit to Queenstown Ice Bar - 3
Milford Sound Full-Day Journey
Early departure for Milford SoundScenic drive through the Eglinton Valley and Homer TunnelCruise on Milford Sound past Mitre Peak and waterfallsReturn drive to Queenstown for a relaxed dinner - 4
Queenstown Hill & Recovery Soak
Hike Queenstown Hill (Time Walk) for summit viewsCasual lunch in the Old TownRelax and reset in the afternoonEvening private soak at Onsen Hot Pools - 5
Glenorchy & the Head of the Lake
Scenic drive to Glenorchy along Lake WakatipuWalk the Glenorchy Lagoon boardwalkPhotograph the iconic Glenorchy wharf and red shedLunch in Glenorchy before returning - 6
Bob's Cove & Lakeside Trails
Walk the Bob's Cove nature trackSwim or paddle in the turquoise cove watersPicnic overlooking Lake WakatipuReturn to town for dinner and a lakefront evening - 7
Historic Arrowtown Day
Drive to Arrowtown and explore the historic main streetVisit the Chinese Settlement and Lakes District MuseumPan for gold along the Arrow RiverCoffee and browsing in Arrowtown's boutiques before returning - 8
Last Lake Morning & Departure
Morning walk along Lake WakatipuFinal Fergburger stop for the roadCheck out of Machiya townhouseTransfer to Queenstown Airport for departure
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Arrival & Lakefront Easing In
Land, settle into the Old Town townhouse, and ease jet lag with a gentle lakeside afternoon. Check in to Machiya townhouse in Old Town and Stroll the Lake Wakatipu waterfront and Queenstown Gardens.
- Flights
- €311
- Stay
- €1,128
- Per night
- €180
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Skyline Heights & Town Buzz
Go up for the classic panorama and luge, then cool off at the town's famous ice bar. Ride the Skyline Gondola & Luge and Enjoy panoramic Lake Wakatipu views from Bob's Peak.
Milford Sound Full-Day Journey
A long, scenic day trip through Fiordland to New Zealand's iconic fjord. Early departure for Milford Sound and Scenic drive through the Eglinton Valley and Homer Tunnel.
Queenstown Hill & Recovery Soak
A rewarding local hike followed by a private soak overlooking the river. Hike Queenstown Hill (Time Walk) for summit views and Casual lunch in the Old Town.
Glenorchy & the Head of the Lake
Drive the stunning lakeside road to Glenorchy and its paradise scenery. Scenic drive to Glenorchy along Lake Wakatipu and Walk the Glenorchy Lagoon boardwalk.
Bob's Cove & Lakeside Trails
A shorter nature day exploring one of the lake's prettiest coves. Walk the Bob's Cove nature track and Swim or paddle in the turquoise cove waters.
Historic Arrowtown Day
Step back in time in the gold-rush village of Arrowtown. Drive to Arrowtown and explore the historic main street and Visit the Chinese Settlement and Lakes District Museum.
Last Lake Morning & Departure
A final lakeside wander and a farewell Fergburger before flying out. Morning walk along Lake Wakatipu and Final Fergburger stop for the road.
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