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Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Small Group Tour from Queenstown
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Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Small Group Tour from Queenstown

by Remarkable Scenic Tours

6 hours
Queenstown
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6 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
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NZ$376.20NZ$418Save 10%
2 adults × NZ$188.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This small-group day trip from Queenstown lasts about six hours and visits Arrowtown, Wanaka, the Crown Range, and Cardrona. The tour starts at 10:00 AM, allowing a relaxed morning before departure. Travel along Crown Range Road with stops for photos overlooking Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. At Cardrona, enjoy a complimentary beer or non-alcoholic ginger beer at the historic Cardrona Hotel and see the famous Bra fence. In Wanaka, the guide will help you photograph the well-known Wanaka tree and share its history. You will have an hour of free time to explore Wanaka’s waterfront and town for shopping or eating. The tour continues to Arrowtown with a guided drive through the historic town and the Chinese Settlement area, followed by another hour of free time to walk around, shop, or dine. The guide provides informative commentary, assists with photos, and offers local recommendations. The vehicle has air conditioning, and a map of Arrowtown is given. Pickup is from central Queenstown only, with no hotel pickups provided. Children under six years are not allowed on this tour.

Highlights

Six-hour small group tour from Queenstown
Stops at Arrowtown, Wanaka, Crown Range, and Cardrona
Complimentary beer or ginger beer at Cardrona Hotel
Photo stops on Crown Range Road overlooking Queenstown
Free time to explore Wanaka and Arrowtown
Local guide with commentary and photo help

What's included

Beer or non-alcoholic ginger beer at the Cardrona Hotel
Local guide throughout the tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Map of Arrowtown
Pickup from central Queenstown (no hotel pickups)

What's not included

Lunch is not included
Children under six years old are not permitted
No hotel pickup service offered
Puzzling World and Lavender Farm visits are not part of this tour

Itinerary

1

Crown Range Road

Stop for photos at several points on New Zealand's highest road with views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. This stop lasts about 30 minutes.

30 min

2

Cardrona

Spend 30 minutes at the historic Cardrona Hotel, famous for TV ads and reality shows. Enjoy a complimentary beer or non-alcoholic ginger beer and take photos at the Bra fence nearby.

30 min

3

That Wanaka Tree

Pause for 20 minutes to take photos of the famous Wanaka tree. The guide explains its history and why it is popular.

20 min

4

Wanaka

Drive through Wanaka with commentary, followed by one hour of free time to walk the waterfront, shop, or eat in town.

60 min

5

Arrowtown

Guided driving tour of historic Arrowtown and the Chinese Settlement area, then one hour free to explore, shop, or eat.

60 min

Meeting point

Please be waiting outside the Marmolada Cafe located on the Camp St side of The Station Building. You need to waiting 10 minutes before start time at pick up point as we cannot wait. We would appreciate if you don’t turn up with hot drinks or hot food. Pickup and drop-off in central Queenstown

End point

Meet outside Marmolada Café, Camp Street side of The Station Building, 43 Camp Street. Check in by 9:50 am for a 10:00 am departure. We cannot wait for late arrivals. Please do not bring hot food or uncovered hot drinks onboard.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Tour requires minimum participant numbers; reconfirm 18 hours before departure
Minimum drinking age for included beverages is 18 years
Tour operates in all weather; dress accordingly
Children under six years are not permitted
Arrive at the pickup point at least 10 minutes before the start time
Total
NZ$376.20Save 10% vs Viator