Queenstown · HISTORICAL TOURS
Good history tours fill up weeks ahead down here and the great ones go first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride Skippers Canyon’s historic road from Queenstown, cross its famous bridge, pan for gold, and enjoy expert guiding in a small 4WD group.
“It change a little from water views...the canyon is amazing . They should tell us in edvance about mosquitos problem .”
Cruise Lake Te Anau aboard historic yacht Faith, enjoy afternoon tea, and take a guided forest walk to a mirror lake in Fiordland.
“We had the best time on the Yacht with Adam and Co. We had an infant with us and they were very friendly, accommodating and welcoming. It was the best tour that we had booked this trip, really worth going on small owner opRead more”
Cruise Lake Te Anau aboard a restored historic yacht, walk to the Hidden Lakes, enjoy tea, and sail through Fiordland with a small crew.
“The crew greeted us on the pier and welcomed us aboard. For the next 3 hours they saw to our every need/want and handled the yacht expertly. They were wonderful to share time and stories with, so knowledgable and so engaging Scenery is unsurpassed and the experience wad an absolute highlight. A treasure to be sure!”
Cruise Lake Te Anau at sunset aboard Faith, a 1935 Scottish motor yacht, with unlimited drinks, canapés, sailing, and personal guiding.
“My daughter & I absolutely loved the evening cruise on this beautiful historic yacht! Capt. Adam & Sophie welcomed us warmly & we felt right at home! Such a special evening as Capt. Adam serenaded us with bagpipes on board! Truly a memorable evening!”
Ride Skippers Road from Queenstown, cross rugged canyon views, hear gold-rush stories, and try panning for gold on the Shotover River.
“The views were amazing. The drive was a bit scary, but fun. Our guide was very knowledgeable about New Zealand. A bit political. Had a nice day”
Pick a boat, a rotor, a track or a cellar door.
