7-Day Southern Explorer

Walk the lakefront from Steamer Wharf to the Queenstown Gardens. Soak in the mountain views across Lake Wakatipu.

Ride to the top of Bob's Peak for panoramic views and adrenaline-filled luge rides.

Josh Emett's award-winning restaurant featuring New Zealand ingredients in a heritage cottage.

The world's first commercial bungy site. 43 metres above the turquoise Kawarau River.

Queenstown's legendary burger institution. Worth the queue.

85km/h jet boat ride through narrow Shotover River canyons.

Soak in private cedar tubs overlooking the Shotover Canyon. Perfect after an adrenaline day.

Drive the stunning lake road to Glenorchy and explore LOTR filming locations.

Taste award-winning Central Otago Pinot Noir at three acclaimed wineries.

New Zealand's highest sealed road with sweeping mountain views. Stop at the historic Cardrona Hotel.

Wanaka's famous illusion and maze attraction — great fun for all ages.

One of Wanaka's best cafes, known for creative brunch and excellent coffee.

Ambitious hikers tackle Roys Peak (6–8 hours return). Others enjoy the lakefront walk past the famous Wanaka Tree.

Enjoy a final lakefront coffee or a quick walk along the lake edge.

Scenic 2.5-hour drive south through farmland and mountain country.

Boat across Lake Te Anau and walk through caves illuminated by thousands of native glowworms.

Quiet lakeside dining in this small Fiordland gateway town.

121km of New Zealand's most spectacular road. Stop at Mirror Lakes, The Divide, Homer Tunnel, and The Chasm.

2-hour cruise past Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls, and seal colonies. One of the world's great natural experiences.

Drive back, stopping at any viewpoints you missed on the way in.

If back in Queenstown, a farewell cruise on the historic steamship.

Transfer to Queenstown Airport for your onward flight.