7 Days • 6 Nights
Luxury Queenstown: Lodges, Helicopters & Fine Dining
Tour Includes
About the Trip
You'll stay in an award-winning lakeside lodge, fly by private helicopter to a remote peak for a champagne picnic and to a heli-hike on a glacier, enjoy a private wine tour and a helicopter flight to Milford Sound, and dine at the finest tables, all looked after impeccably. Every transfer is private, often by air; every experience is curated.
For travellers who want Queenstown's beauty and adventure with the utmost comfort and privacy, there is nothing like it.
Trip Highlights
- An award-winning luxury lakeside lodge
- Private helicopter journeys over the Alps
- A champagne picnic on a remote peak
- A heli-flight and cruise on Milford Sound
- A private Gibbston Valley wine experience
- Michelin-level fine dining
- A glacier heli-hike or scenic flight
- Queenstown's icons in total luxury
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 7-day journey.
Met privately and transferred to your award-winning luxury lakeside lodge. Tonight, a fine welcome dinner to begin a luxurious escape.
A private Gibbston Valley wine tour with a vineyard lunch, and the Skyline Gondola for the sunset view, with lodge dining.
A private helicopter flight over the Southern Alps to a remote peak for a champagne picnic, returning to the lodge.
A scenic helicopter flight over Fiordland and a cruise on the majestic Milford Sound, landing in remote wilderness.
A private helicopter flight to a glacier for a guided heli-hike on the ice, or a scenic flight with a snow landing, with a fine-dining dinner tonight.
A final indulgent day — a private jet boat, Glenorchy and Middle-earth, a spa day or simply the lodge and its lake views.
A final gourmet breakfast before your private transfer to Queenstown airport.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- Private chauffeured and helicopter transfers
- 6 nights in an award-winning luxury lakeside lodge
- Daily gourmet breakfast, a welcome dinner, most lodge dinners and a fine-dining experience
- A private helicopter flight with a peak-top champagne picnic
- A heli-flight and cruise on Milford Sound
- A private Gibbston Valley wine tour and a glacier heli-hike or scenic flight
- A dedicated concierge and personalised experiences
- All listed private activities
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from New Zealand
- NZeTA and International Visitor levy fees
- Travel insurance (essential for a journey of this value)
- Meals and premium beverages beyond those stated
- Personal purchases and additional experiences
- Gratuities for guides, pilots and lodge staff
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa: Visitors from visa-waiver countries must obtain an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) online before travelling, which includes the International Visitor levy. Others need a visitor visa; we can advise
- Currency: The currency is the New Zealand Dollar. Queenstown is largely cashless, with cards and contactless payment accepted almost everywhere
- Seasons reversed: Queenstown is in the southern hemisphere, so summer (December to February) is warm and long for hiking and lakes, while winter (June to August) brings skiing and snow to the surrounding peaks
- Adventure & safety: Queenstown is New Zealand's adventure capital, with bungy, jet boats, skydiving and more. All operators are strictly regulated and safe, but activities are weather-dependent and some carry age or health restrictions
- Four seasons in a day: Mountain weather changes quickly, so pack warm and waterproof layers even in summer, along with strong sun protection for the intense alpine UV
- Driving: New Zealanders drive on the left, and the roads around Queenstown are scenic but winding, especially the Crown Range and the route to Milford Sound; allow plenty of time
- Milford Sound: The day trip to Milford Sound is long (a full day by road) but spectacular; a scenic flight or coach-cruise-fly option can shorten it, weather permitting
- Sandflies: Fiordland and Milford Sound have persistent sandflies, so bring insect repellent for that excursion
- Best time: Queenstown is a year-round destination — summer for hiking, lakes and wine, autumn for golden colours, and winter (June-September) for skiing and snow
- Tipping & power: Tipping is not customary in New Zealand. Power is 230V with the Australian-style type I plug, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with a welcome dinner and the specific meals named in the itinerary, such as a TSS Earnslaw steamship dinner or a wine-country lunch. Other meals are left free so you can enjoy Queenstown's superb dining scene.
Are transfers and activities arranged?
Yes — your airport transfers, sightseeing and the named activities are arranged for you, and Queenstown's compact centre is easy to explore on foot in between.
Do I need a visa for New Zealand?
Visitors from visa-waiver countries need an NZeTA, applied for online before travel. We guide you through the requirements for your nationality.
When is the best time to visit Queenstown?
Summer (December-February) is best for hiking, lakes and wine, autumn for golden colours, and winter (June-September) for skiing. Queenstown is a wonderful year-round destination.
Is the adventure activity optional?
Yes — Queenstown offers everything from gentle scenic cruises to bungy and skydiving. We include core experiences and you choose your own adventures to match your appetite, from mild to wild.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. Durations, hotels, activities and add-ons like Milford Sound, Wanaka or a ski package can all be tailored. Just tell us what you have in mind.
How far is Milford Sound from Queenstown?
Milford Sound is a full-day round trip by road (around four hours each way) through spectacular Fiordland, or a shorter scenic flight or coach-cruise-fly combination — all of which we can arrange.
What kind of lodge do we stay in?
One of Queenstown's world-renowned luxury lodges, in a spectacular lakeside or mountain setting, with exceptional service, cuisine and often all-inclusive dining. We confirm the exact lodge with you and tailor to your taste.
What makes this different from the classic tours?
A world-class luxury lodge, private helicopter journeys, exclusive wine and glacier experiences, a Milford heli-cruise and fine dining throughout — Queenstown's adventure and beauty with total comfort and privacy.
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