Wonders of Wānaka
8 Hour Private Tour from Queenstown
Explore Wānaka’s stunning alpine landscapes, charming lakeside town, and scenic stops along the way on this full-day private tour from Queenstown. With flexible timing and a local guide, it’s the ideal way to experience one of the South Island’s most picturesque regions.
Wānaka is a standout in the South Island’s Great Lakes region, offering plenty to see and do. This private tour lets you experience its highlights with the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Enjoy free time to shop in the village, visit the Wānaka Lavender Farm, explore a local museum, or even take a scenic flight—whatever suits your style.
Looking to book this as a standalone day tour?
New Zealand Private Tours specialises in custom multi-day New Zealand holidays. If you are looking to book this experience as a single-day tour from Queenstown, please visit our sister company, Remarkable Scenic Tours, our local Queenstown guiding team.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Wānaka Area: Choose Your Adventure
At New Zealand PrivateTours, we believe in giving our guests the freedom to choose how they want to spend their time in the beautiful Wānaka area. That's why we offer a range of local attractions for you to immerse yourself in. Whether you're seeking excitement, relaxation, or a mix of both, we have something for everyone.
Get up close to world-famous landmarks
We’ll take you to the iconic Wānaka tree, and help you find the best place for a photo. Another highlight of this tour is our stop at the much-photographed Cardrona Hotel, with its rich heritage and legendary beer garden, where you can have a beverage on us and look out for the local ghost.
Personalise your tour
We allow free time for you to enjoy a local attraction in the Wānaka area. Challenge your brain at Puzzling World; get an adrenaline hit with a helicopter ride, visit a working deer farm.
Leisure in the Lakefront Town
Perhaps you desire a more leisurely experience, where time slows down, and you can immerse yourself in the charm of the lakefront town. Enjoy a relaxed stroll along the picturesque waterfront, browse through the unique local shops, and indulge in a leisurely lunch at one of the cozy cafes or restaurants. Take in the enchanting views of Lake Wānaka and allow yourself to get lost in the laid-back ambiance of this beautiful town.