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About Your Journey
Experience Central Otago at its spectacular autumn best.
Discover Wānaka and Queenstown surrounded by the brilliant colours of autumn on this relaxed South Island escape. Cruise beautiful Lake Wānaka, enjoy a high country farm experience at Glen Dene Station and journey through Cardrona and the Crown Range. Experience the festivities in historic Arrowtown, taste Central Otago wine and cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak, with magnificent alpine scenery at every turn.
Itinerary
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Fly to Queenstown and travel through spectacular alpine scenery to Wānaka. This evening, unwind on a happy hour cruise across beautiful Lake Wānaka before dinner at the hotel.
Included: D
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Visit the famous Wānaka Tree before continuing via Albert Town to picturesque Lake Hāwea. Enjoy a memorable farm visit and lunch at Glen Dene Station, surrounded by magnificent high country scenery, followed by a visit to the National Transport & Toy Museum.
Included: B L D
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Travel the scenic Crown Range Road towards Queenstown, stopping at the historic Cardrona Hotel and famous AJ Hackett Bungy site. Continue to Gibbston Valley for a light lunch among the vineyards before arriving in Queenstown for a three night stay.
Included: B L D
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Take in panoramic views across the Wakatipu Basin on a morning sightseeing tour before visiting historic Arrowtown during its lively Autumn Festival. Later, enjoy a wine tasting at Ayrburn followed by dinner at The Woolshed.
Included: B D
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Enjoy a leisurely morning before boarding the historic TSS Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch surrounded by spectacular South Island scenery, with the evening at leisure.
Included: B L
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Finish your Queenstown stay with a ride aboard the Skyline Gondola for breathtaking views across Lake Whakatipu and the Remarkables. Transfer to the airport for your flight home to Auckland.
Included: B
Autumn in the south – simply spectacular.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
Travelwise’s exceptional planning takes care of every detail – flights, quality accommodation, transfers, sightseeing and memorable local experiences – so you can simply relax and enjoy Central Otago at one of its most beautiful times of year. From Wānaka and Glen Dene Station to Arrowtown’s Autumn Festival and vibrant Queenstown, this leisurely journey blends spectacular autumn scenery with local food and wine, high country experiences and iconic attractions including the TSS Earnslaw and Skyline Gondola.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Queenstown
Accommodation: 5 nights quality accommodation throughout
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown, including Arrowtowns Autumn Festival, Glen Dene Station and more
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
Tony Smith, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
Tony Smith
Tony is a calm, personable Tour Leader at Travelwise whose naval background and lifelong love of travel ensure smooth, enjoyable journeys. Tony’s steady presence and storytelling make every tour feel welcoming and special.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 1: Activity Level 1. A gentle pace with relaxed sightseeing and regular breaks. Suitable for travellers comfortable with short walks, light touring, a few stairs, and independently boarding coaches, trains and boats. A good choice if you prefer: A slower pace, regular breaks and minimal physical demand.
Departure: 14 April 2027
Other Notes:
Deposit: $500 per person
Balance payment date 11 February 2027
Bookings may still be available after this date. Please contact us for availability.
Insurance: Not mandatory for this tour.
