Four-hour guided scenic tourReturn transfers from selected Queenstown and Fernhill hotelsPremium Mercedes touring vehicleExpert local guide and commentaryScenic viewpoints overlooking Queenstown and the Whakatipu BasinComplimentary barista-made coffee or hot beverage at AyrburnFree time at AyrburnVisit to historic ArrowtownGold-panning experienceGuided wine tastingCheese platter at a local vineyard

Adult: 16 years +Child: 15 years & under

Cancellations & Refunds

More than 48 hours before travel: Full refund**Within 48 hours of travel: No refund48 hours to 6pm day prior to travel with CCP: Cancellation & Change Protection (CCP) will protect you if you change your mind or need to cancel your booking for any reason, up until 6pm the day prior to departure. CCP allows you to change your tour date or put 100% of your tour value towards another experience with the tour operator. Want to cancel altogether? When you have CCP you can cancel your booking and claim a 75% refund.****Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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Historic Main Street in Arrowtown on the Best of Queenstown Tour

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Start: Queenstown

Travel Time: 4 hours

Experience the Best of Queenstown, Arrowtown & Central Otago

The Best of Queenstown Tour is a relaxed four-hour sightseeing experience showcasing the spectacular scenery, fascinating history and local flavours of the Whakatipu Basin. Take in panoramic viewpoints high above Queenstown before visiting Ayrburn, where you can explore the beautiful grounds and enjoy a complimentary barista-made coffee or hot beverage. Continue to historic Arrowtown to discover its colourful gold mining heritage and even try your hand at traditional gold panning.

Complete your journey with a relaxed wine tasting accompanied by a cheese platter at a local vineyard, offering a delicious introduction to the renowned wines of Central Otago. Throughout the tour, an expert local guide brings the region to life with engaging commentary and insights into Queenstown's landscapes, history and culture. With convenient transfers from central Queenstown and selected hotels, the Best of Queenstown Tour is an ideal introduction for first-time visitors or anyone wanting to experience the region's highlights in one memorable half-day adventure..

Note: New Tour: Commences September 2026

View of Arrowtown’s main street with boutique shops, heritage buildings and a mountain backdrop

Historic Arrowtown Post Office sign with mountains and heritage buildings in the background

Vineyards in the Gibbston wine region near Queenstown with mountains in the background under clear blue skies

Local cheese platter at Stoneridge Estate on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Female driver navigating a small group tour van with scenic mountains visible through the windscreen

Guests trying goldpanning in a shallow stream near Queenstown, guided by a local tour operator

Visitor taking a photo of Lake Whakatipu and the surrounding mountains from a high vantage point near Queenstown

Wine tasting at Stoneridge Estate on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Stoneridge Estate Cellar Door near Arrowtown on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Nockie’s Tasting Room at Stoneridge Estate on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Lake Hayes views from Stoneridge Estate on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Visitors gold panning with a guide in historic Arrowtown on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Visitors exploring historic huts at the Arrowtown Chinese Settlement

Historic cottage surrounded by autumn trees in Arrowtown near Queenstown

The Gold Nugget shop in historic Arrowtown near Queenstown

Vintage car outside the Lakes District Museum in historic Arrowtown

Guests enjoying outdoor dining at Ayrburn near Arrowtown on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Visitors exploring the landscaped grounds at Ayrburn near Arrowtown on the Best of Queenstown Tour

Four-hour guided scenic tour
Return transfers from selected Queenstown and Fernhill hotels
Premium Mercedes touring vehicle
Expert local guide and commentary
Scenic viewpoints overlooking Queenstown and the Whakatipu Basin
Complimentary barista-made coffee or hot beverage at Ayrburn
Free time at Ayrburn
Visit to historic Arrowtown
Gold-panning experience
Guided wine tasting
Cheese platter at a local vineyard

Adult: 16 years +
Child: 15 years & under

More than 48 hours before travel: Full refund**
Within 48 hours of travel: No refund
48 hours to 6pm day prior to travel with CCP: Cancellation & Change Protection (CCP) will protect you if you change your mind or need to cancel your booking for any reason, up until 6pm the day prior to departure. CCP allows you to change your tour date or put 100% of your tour value towards another experience with the tour operator. Want to cancel altogether? When you have CCP you can cancel your booking and claim a 75% refund.**

**Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.