Queenstown · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 lunch experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw, enjoy a gourmet BBQ at Walter Peak, and watch sheepdogs work in a classic Queenstown outing.
“Great day out for the whole family. Highlight is seeing the working engine room. Breathtaking views of the lake from all over the boat.”
Travel from Te Anau to Milford Sound with a small group, picnic lunch, scenic stops, and a close-up cruise through Fiordland.
“This tour was next level - every part of the day was so well planned and executed, it was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Our guide for the day Jeremy was lovely and incredibly knowledgeable. We stopped at different places along the way and got great knowledge about the history of Milford Sound and the Fiordlands national park. The cruise itself was excellent and awe inspiring (also the packed lunch provided was very hearty, and they catered to my dietary requirements so well). Highly recommend!”
Cruise Milford Sound on a spacious catamaran for waterfalls, wildlife, peak views, live commentary, and optional lunch.
“One of the most beautiful places I've ever seen! Worth every penny! We went on the 11.15am boat and it was amazing as it wasn't full. We were super lucky with the weather (no rain) and the views are absolutely stunning. Wish there was a bit more info by the speaker but recommend it 100%, def worth it ❤️”
Taste Central Otago wines at four boutique cellar doors, enjoy a gourmet platter lunch, and explore Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell from Queenstown.
“Very interesting, tasty very good organized. Very good explained in every place we've been, the company was very nice.”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, cruise beneath waterfalls, enjoy lunch, and return by a scenic route in about five hours.
“Milford Sound is worth the trip! The weather was great for the flight. Seeing the mountains and land from above is wonderful. The cruise out Milford Sound is very nice. I’d love to see it again in different seasons.”
Review the 12.5-hour Queenstown to Milford Sound coach and cruise, with glass-roof views, scenic stops, lunch, and practical booking tips.
“It is a long day but worth it to see Milford Sound. It would not be a day trip we would drive ourselves; it’s a long and tiring drive. Props to our driver Fly, who kept us informed throughout the whole journey and drove so safely and comfortably. What a gem! The cruise was just the right length and we appreciated the buffet lunch on board.”
Review of Cheeky Kiwi Travel’s Milford Sound tour from Queenstown, with a small-group minivan, scenic stops, lunch, cruise, and flight option.
“Our guide was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and hilarious! Milford Sound was one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen! New Zealand is AWESOME!”
Taste Central Otago wines, tour Gibbston Valley’s underground cave, and enjoy a paired lunch on a scenic small-group trip from Queenstown.
“We love a good winery tour and this was no exception. Host 'T' was brilliant, lots of fun and very knowledgeable about the area and wineries. Lunch was lovely, great group of people as well which made all the tastings fun. Do not go in thinking you won't buy wine either - they were too delicious to pass up!”
Ride a coach into Fiordland, cruise Milford Sound, then fly over glaciers and alpine lakes to Queenstown on this full-day tour.
“Fantastic experience. The views on the stops down to Fiordland National Park just keep getting better. Our guide Chris was terrific, full of facts about the park as well as NZ generally. Highly recommend this grip”
Travel from Te Anau to Milford Sound by coach, stop at Mirror Lakes and Monkey Creek, then cruise past waterfalls with lunch and free drinks.
“Fabulous day out and dont worry about going hungry with the buffet, great feast. We had a fine (dry) day which is rare. Great vessell”
Review of Wild Kiwi’s Milford Sound day tour from Queenstown, with a small group, scenic stops, boutique cruise, lunch, and practical tips.
“An incredible experience. The stunning beauty is unparalleled. Excellent and knowledgeable guides. Would do it again and again. The ride to Milford Sound is almost as wonderful”
Ride from Te Anau to Milford Sound in a small group with scenic stops, picnic lunch, expert guiding, and a 105-minute cruise.
“Our van driver Brian stopped at all the beautiful sights and allowed photos and viewing. Since it was a van versus a large bus we were able to use smaller pull offs that large buses could not. Much better!”
Explore Gibbston, Cromwell, and Bannockburn with cave tastings, four wineries, a five-course wine-paired lunch, and Arrowtown.
“We really enjoyed the tour. Gary was friendly and informative, the wineries were wonderful. Loved the wine cave and Emily did a wonderful job at Gibston Valley Winery. Dominion Rd Winery had wonderful views and great wines. The meal was lovely, something different and the wines were well matched. Would have been nice to have a room of our own to enjoy the meal. Our last stop at Kinross was great too and we were able to taste wines from more than one winery. Altogether a fabulous day. Thank you!”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, cruise beneath Mitre Peak, see Stirling Falls and wildlife, and return by a different alpine route.
“Fantastic, un servei i una atencio excellent. El dia q haviem de volar feia mal temps i es van preocupar de caviar-nos de dia sense problemes. Molt be tot!! Graciies!!!”
Ride from Te Anau to Milford Sound in a glass-roof coach, enjoy scenic stops, a hot buffet lunch, and a nature cruise beneath waterfalls.
“The whole experience. We can’t pick one thing. It was great to be able to see so many waterfalls and get up close to the two big ones. The grandure of the mountains. Wonderful wonderful day.”
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