Queenstown & Wanaka Holidays

With their cinematic backdrops of mountains and lakes, and lengthy menu of adventures, Queenstown and Wanaka are the places to go for an action-packed holiday. Whether you're looking to ski in the winter or sample the many summer sports including hiking, golfing and mountain biking, outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies alike will find plenty to delight and excite on New Zealand's South Island. Dubbed the 'adventure capital of the world' Queenstown is a treasure trove for adventurous travellers. Sitting on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and beneath the towering peaks of the Southern Alps, visitors can enjoy anything from heliskiing on pristine glaciers to a hair-raising jet boat ride along the Dart river. Once you've had your fill of thrills, the town itself is a lovely place to spend some time. With its buzzing café culture, lively nightlife and collection of excellent luxury lodges you can enjoy some well earned downtime.
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Queenstown & Wanaka holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Whitianga – Rotorua – Queenstown

    A Family Adventure Across New Zealand - Volcanic Wonders, Maori Traditions & Alpine Thrills

    Go big on family fun with two weeks of action-packed adventures in New Zealand

    15 days, from £4000 to £4750

  • One Country New Zealand - Auckland - Tongariro - Abel Tasman - Fiordland

    New Zealand from Top to Tail - Auckland to Queenstown

    Buckle up for this epic 18-day road trip through New Zealand’s North and South Islands

    18 days, from £4000 to £5450

  • One Country New Zealand – South Island – North Island

    The Grand Tour of New Zealand - A Romantic Road Trip Across Both Islands

    Dial up the romance on a three-week road trip across New Zealand’s South and North Islands

    23 days, from £5550 to £7350

  • One Country New Zealand – South Island – North Island – Fiji

    New Zealand and Fiji - Adventure & Relaxation in the South Pacific

    Combine the highlights of New Zealand’s North and South Islands with the ultimate Pacific dream in Fiji

    18 days, from £6950 to £9000

  • One Country New Zealand – North Island – South Island – Auckland – Cooks Beach – Rotorua – Waipara – Lake Tekapo – Queenstown

    A New Zealand Honeymoon - Romantic Retreats, Alpine Adventures & Geothermal Wonders

    Kick off married life with a two-week road trip around New Zealand’s North and South Islands

    17 days, from £7200 to £9350

  • One Country Australia – Sydney – Hamilton Island – Brisbane – New Zealand – South Island

    Highlights of Australia and New Zealand - Experience the Best of Both Worlds Down Under

    Experience the perfect pairing of Australia and New Zealand on this thrilling 24-day adventure

    24 days, from £8000 to £10000

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Waiheke Island – Napier – Blenheim – Marlborough Sounds – Queenstown

    Vineyard Voyages - A Wine Tasting Tour of New Zealand

    Sip your way through New Zealand’s most iconic wine regions on this 18-day trip from Waiheke Island to Queenstown

    18 days, from £9800 to £12700

  • One Country Australia – New Zealand – Melbourne – Tasmania – Adelaide – Flinders Ranges – Auckland – Wellington – Abel Tasman – Queenstown

    Australasia Nature Sabbatical - An Epic Adventure Down Under

    Hike, bike and paddle your way through Australasia on this thrilling 44-day sabbatical from Melbourne to Queenstown

    44 days, from £12450 to £16150

  • One Country New Zealand – Auckland – Taupo – Hawke's Bay – Queenstown – Lake Pukaki – Christchurch

    The Ultimate New Zealand Adventure - Hikes, Helicopters & World-Class Wines

    Whisk yourselves away to New Zealand for two weeks of natural wonders, cultural curiosities and gourmet goodness

    16 days, from £17750 to £23050

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If an adrenaline fuelled holiday isn't your idea of a good time then there are a whole host of activities that will keep your heart rate down (sort of). Enjoy a leisurely game of golf, go hiking on one of the many scenic trails or, if you can't bear to be away from the action for too long, hop on a mountain bike. For panoramic views that allow you to take in the sheer magnitude of the scenery, make sure to take a gondola ride up Queenstown's mountain. Afterwards, embrace your inner child on a thrilling downhill ride on the Skyline Luge (and make sure your actual children don't overtake you).

While Queenstown has nabbed the title of adventure capital, Wanaka offers similar experiences but without the crowds. Situated on the shores of Lake Wanaka, this is the perfect terrain for some alpine tramping taking in some of the best views including Roy's Peak, Mount Iron and Diamond Lake. Walk around the lake and marvel at the famous 'Wanaka Tree' in the middle or take to the crystal clear water and enjoy kayaking, boating and stand up paddle boarding.

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