6-Day Itinerary for Queenstown

  1. Day 1: Queenstown Gardens
    10 minutes (1 km) from downtown Queenstown

    Start your trip with a relaxing walk through the beautiful Queenstown Gardens. Explore the various plant and flower species, water features, and birdlife while enjoying the view of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range.

  2. Day 2: AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping
    20 minutes (8.5 km) from Queenstown Gardens

    Take on an adrenaline-inducing experience and go bungy jumping with AJ Hackett. With eight jumping options available, including the Nevis Bungy (134m high), Queenstown will surely give you the thrill you are looking for.

  3. Day 3: Milford Sound Tour
    1 hour and 45 minutes (282 km) from AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping

    Experience the spectacular beauty of Milford Sound, one of New Zealand's most visited natural wonders. You'll be amazed by the stunning scenery of the fiords, waterfalls, and wildlife.

  4. Day 4: Skyline Queenstown
    1 hour (9 km) from Milford Sound Tour

    Take the skyline gondola to the top of Bob's Peak and enjoy the panoramic views of Queenstown from above. Try the luge, zipline, or relax and get mesmerized by the stunning scenery while enjoying a delicious meal in the Sky Restaurant or Stratosfare Bar and Restaurant.

  5. Day 5: Fergburger
    10 minutes (2 km) from Skyline Queenstown

    Satisfy your cravings at Fergburger, a local favorite and Queenstown's must-visit burger joint. Enjoy a variety of delicious burgers, sides, and milkshakes and experience the buzz of the town's busy streets.

  6. Day 6: Onsen Hot Pools
    10 minutes (4 km) from Fergburger

    End your trip with a relaxing soak in the Onsen Hot Pools, overlooking the Shotover River canyon. Enjoy the stunning views and tranquility while unwinding in a private indoor or outdoor hot pool with family or friends.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Queenstown Gardens (1-2 hours, free)
  • AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping (2-3 hours, $195-$695)
  • Milford Sound Tour (8-10 hours, $169-$250)
  • Skyline Queenstown (2-3 hours, $44-$89)
  • Fergburger (30 minutes-1 hour, $12-$20)
  • Onsen Hot Pools (1-2 hours, $30-$75 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $450-$1199 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the historic Arrowtown and try your luck at gold panning or go skiing at one of the nearby ski fields in winter. If you have less time, skip Milford Sound tour and visit Lake Wanaka or do a short hike to Ben Lomond Summit instead. Don't forget to bring comfortable shoes, warm clothes, and sunscreen, depending on the season you travel.

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