Adventure and Serenity in Queenstown
3 cities |
9 attraction(s) |
total distance 98
km
TIPS
Day1
Day2
Day3
Day1: Queenstown
5 attraction(s) ·
3 km
2
Attraction featuring a gondola to a panoramic restaurant/bar, hiking trails & a luge ride down.
1
km
3
Busy joint known for high-end, inventive burgers made with beef, chicken & other exotic proteins.
2
km
Day2: Queenstown > South Island
2 attraction(s) ·
15 km
1
Nestled in a glaciated valley, New Zealand's third largest lake is shaped like a lightning bolt and boasts stunning scenery. The northern end is where the Dart River merges into it, while the Kawarau River flows into the lake mouth after originating from Queenstown. It is surrounded by high mountains, with the highest peak being Mount Earnslaw at 2,819 meters above sea level. The towns around the lake include Queenstown, Kingston, Glenorchy, and Kinloch, the center of New Zealand's outdoor activities. Bungee jumping, a worldwide sensation, originated here. One of the activities by the lake is a cruise on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship to see the lake views. In the early 20th century, the Earnslaw mainly provided transportation for goods to the ranches on the lake shore. Today, it is still well-preserved and takes tourists to the Walter Peak sheep farm for a stunning view. All of these towns quietly nestled along the lake are worth a visit.
15
km
2
Scenic destination on the shores of Lake Hayes serving wines from a single estate organic vineyard.
Day3: Queenstown > South Island > Arrowtown
3 attraction(s) ·
66 km
