Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Queenstown (Updated 2026)

Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast. Fly over Foveaux Strait...

Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley. Visit four of the...

Escape the ordinary with a fully private, customizable 6-hour day trip from Queenstown to Glenorchy. Experience some of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes — from...

Don’t miss out on a spectacular scenic flight with Air Milford to Milford Sound and back. This tour is perfect for those who have already...

Today is all about value. Your day starts with a bike fit out of our Clyde depot, an Historic New Zealand Railway Station. We'll whisk...

Thunder Jet is the only jet boat provider who play music on their trips - your own personalised soundtrack! Also the only 30-minute jet boat...

Explore the incredible intricacies of wine and cheese pairings. Fresh, artisan cuts of cheese, handmade in Oamaru await you in the private cheese room, adjoined...

Our custom-built 4-wheel-drive, 4-wheel-steer off-roaders are one-of-a-kind, all-terrain vehicles that will go anywhere. Our off-roader ride is one of Queenstown’s most unique adventure experiences and...

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but...

Meet your pilot who will fly you up to our Over The Top exclusive Golf course 4000ft above Queenstown, with 180-degree views overlooking the magnificent...

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in...

New Zealand's only heli-snowmobiling adventure. This adventure occurs on the Garvie Range, which is exclusive to Queenstown Snowmobiles. Access is only by helicopter. Explore the...

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what...

This is winery E-bike rides made easy. If you don’t have your own transport, or plan on sampling some award-winning Otago Pinot Noir, our accommodation...

Go Beyond the Traditional Queenstown Wine Tour Escape Queenstown for an afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer, with...

Follow gold rush trails, explore historic towns, and journey through breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a transfer, it’s an odyssey through the heart of Central...

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are...

Electric Bikes enable you to go further, faster, with less effort! Our fleet of Electric Bikes are mostly Merida E-Big models. These pedal-assisted, front suspension...

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford...

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which...

Ride first - Drink after. 3-hour eBike ride traversing some of the most beautiful countrysides in New Zealand with 2 hours wine tasting in 2...