




Travel from Queenstown to Wānaka and experience the stunning Cardrona Valley. This one-way tour, led by passionate guides with deep local knowledge, features iconic stops including breathtaking views from the Crowne Range and a visit to the historic Cardrona Hotel. Enjoy comfortable transportation in modern minibuses with hotel pickup and drop-off included. With a focus on small groups, expect unique surprises and engaging stories along your journey. - One-way small group tour from Queenstown to Wānaka - Includes stops at Crowne Range viewpoints and Cardrona Hotel - Comfortable minibuses - Discover unique local insights from expert guides
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Your tour begins in the stunning city of Queenstown. As we depart, your guide will set the scene for your journey, pointing out and providing insights into some of the area's top highlights.
As we traverse the highest sealed public road in New Zealand we make a stop for that iconic photo of Queenstown nestled in the valley below. This stop may be skipped or extended, depending on weather on the day.
Located on the spectacular Cardrona Valley between Queenstown and Wānaka, the Cardrona Hotel is one of New Zealand's oldest and most iconic hotels. Its rustic charm, spectacular mountain setting and rich history make it a must-see location in Central Otago.
And now we arrive in Wanaka where you'll be dropped off at the Wanaka Lakefront for your next adventure to begin!
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (The Station - Home of Adventure). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside by your specific pickup time. *Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To ensure a timely departure, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late guests.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Queenstown to Wanaka Small-Group Tour (one-way) lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $80 per person for this Queenstown experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
Children aged 4–14 pay from $57, adults from $80.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. *If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (The Station - Home of Adventure). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside by your specific pickup time. *Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To ensure a timely departure, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late guests. Pickup points include Aspen Lodge Backpackers.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cheeky Kiwi Travel.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Queenstown to Wanaka Small-Group Tour (one-way) | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $80 | |
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Queenstown to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One-Way) | 6 hours | 4.8 (37) | $124 | View |
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown | 13 hours | 4.9 (3,794) | $212 | View |
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Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo | 14 hours | 4.7 (125) | $229 | View |
Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown | 6 hours | 4.9 (294) | $120 | View |