5 Day Majestic Queenstown & Fiords
South Island Self Drive Tour
Queenstown to Queenstown
Days: 5 days / 4 Nights
Accommodation: 4-5 star
Vehicle: Modern Toyota Rav4 + GPS + Full Insurance
From: $695 NZD Per Person, Per Day*
Price: $3490 NZD Per Person, Twin Share *(low season)
All Inclusive & Customisable
Discover the picturesque, adventure capital of the world - Queenstown, and indulge in an Amisfield Bistro & Cellar Door Degustation Lunch. You’ll relax in a cedar-lined hot tub at Onsen, experience the best of New Zealand’s dining scene at Rātā and take a Milford Sound Day Trip (Fly/Cruise/Fly) for a once-in-a-lifetime scenic tour.
Visit four of Central Otago's finest and off the beaten track cellar doors and discover the region's finest wines. Enquire now and embrace the perfect blend of comfort, quality and adventure on a New Zealand driving holiday.
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NZ award winning local dining experience at Rātā
Amisfield Bistro & Cellar Door Degustation Lunch
Onsen Hot Pools Queenstown - The Ultimate Relaxation Experience
Milford Sound Day Trip (Fly/Cruise/Fly) from Queenstown including Picnic Lunch
Altitude Tours - Queenstown Wine Sampler 6 Hour Tour + Return Transfers
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4 nights in 4-5 star/best available motel, hotel, bed and breakfast or apartment featuring mountain, ocean and lake views (subject to availability)
5 days vehicle hire of a modern Toyota Rav4 or similar + GPS + full insurance
All meals as listed under each day's itinerary
All experiences as listed under each day's itinerary
All bookings and reservations + assistance for urgent matters during your trip via email and a free calling number
A digital travel guide APP outlining our top picks for what to see and do and where to eat along your route
The donation of 4 native trees – a sustainability initiative to offset carbon emissions and re-grow Aotearoa/New Zealand's forests
Arrival and departure flights not included
Detailed Itinerary - Day by Day
Day 1
Stay: QT Queenstown
Meals: Rātā Dinner Included
Your Day: Queenstown Arrival
Upon arrival you will collect your rental vehicle within the airport terminal and make your way to your accommodation where the day and night are free to spend at your leisure and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Tonight you will enjoy a dining experience at Rātā. Rātā creates genuine dining experiences featuring well balanced and inspired New Zealand cuisine, coupled with generous service delivered by their skilful team. Rātā is delicious, inventive, generous & adventurous, so good our guests make it their go to when in Queenstown.
Day 2
Stay: QT Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Your Day: Queenstown (Amisfield & Hot Pools)
This morning is free to explore Queenstown at leisure and take part in some of the fantastic activities that this ‘Adventure Capital of the World’ has to offer. Options for the adventurous include: Skydiving, Bungy Jumping, Jet Boating, Canyon Swings, White Water Rafting, Flyboarding and Paragliding. If you feel like taking a more relaxed approach to the day, a cruise on the TSS Earnslaw 100 year old steam ship or a walk through Queenstown’s Botanic Gardens are not to be missed. Early afternoon you will visit the award winning Amisfield Bistro & Cellar Door where you will enjoy a ‘trust the chef’ degustation lunch overlooking the glorious Lake Hayes. This evening you will indulge in a private bathing experience at Onsen Hot Pools Queenstown. Your experience begins with a 45-minute soak in a cedar lined hot tub while you enjoy a complimentary drink and snack and soak up the incredible views of the quintessential southern landscape. Once relaxed, calm and warm, you will then be treated to your choice of face or body treatments in Onsen Queenstown's peaceful day spa room with 1 hour spa packages available.
Day 3
Stay: QT Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast Included
Your Day: Milford Sound Day Trip (Fly/Cruise/Fly)
Be prepared for one of the jewels of the New Zealand landscape. The flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound is one of the most spectacular in the world and certainly a highlight on any New Zealand tour. En route you will see spectacular valleys, breath taking mountains and hopefully spot the cheeky Kea (New Zealand’s mountain parrot). This morning you will experience all that the fjords have to offer with a 1.5 hour boat cruise featuring pristine waterfalls and towering mountains plunging into the Tasman Sea (included activity). Keep a look out for dolphins, seals and the Fiordland crested Penguin and have a delicious scenic lunch. Return to Queenstown in the afternoon where the rest of the day is free to spend as you wish.
Day 4
Stay: QT Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast Included
Your Day: Queenstown 6 hr Wine Sampler Tour
Did someone say Queenstown wine tour? It’s time to pinot! Travel in premium Mercedes vehicles visiting four of Central Otago’s finest and off the beaten track cellar doors, including a visit to New Zealand’s famous Gibbston Valley underground wine cave. Look, smell and taste over 18 spectacular cool-climate wines and enjoy an optional scrumptious lunch (additional cost ordered on the day) whilst your charismatic wine guide and knowledgeable cellar staff educate and amuse you with local winemaking facts and stories.
Day 5
Meals: Breakfast Included
Onward flight not included
Your Day: Queenstown Departure Day
Pending your flight time, you can take one of the most scenic drives in the world towards Glenorchy from Queenstown (45 mins). Here you can visit some Lord of The Rings filming locations and experience the ultimate scenic drive along a road that winds its way along the pristine shores of Lake Wakatipu, surrounded by majestic mountains. Indulge in the breathtaking views and make unforgettable memories with the many stops along the way. Take a break and discover the hidden gem of Glenorchy, a charming town nestled amongst the mountains, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch or a refreshing coffee.
Today you will transfer to Queenstown Airport for your further travel arrangements. We trust you've had a wonderful time here in New Zealand!
Here's how it works.
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Step One.
Enquire by filling out our form with a few more details about your driving holiday plans. Our driving holiday experts will be in touch to discuss options and ideas with you.
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Step Two.
We will help match you to your perfect New Zealand driving holiday itinerary, complete with all the destinations you want to visit and any additional activities you would like to include.
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Step Three.
Once you are happy with everything, we can take a small deposit and you can get excited to hit the open road and explore New Zealand. With our 24/7 support, you can rest easy knowing that everything is arranged.
Plan your ultimate New Zealand driving holiday today with our expert travel agency.
Our team of specialists will help you create a seamless travel solution, tailored to your specific touring plans and desired duration.