Tours Queenstown

Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour - Morning Departure

Join Altitude Tours for a magical half-day small group tour to Glenorchy and Paradise. This small settlement is full of characters and charm, and home to some of the most famous and scenic sights found in the region.
Take in the view on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand Explore Glenorchy township, its lakefront, and its iconic red boat shed Go beyond and visit Paradise, Diamond Lake, and famous LOTR locations Tuck into a Kiwi-style morning tea including cheese rolls, sweet treats, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people Be hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide Departing at 9am returning around 1:30pm

Top Scenic Drive
Begin your day meeting your friendly guide in the Queenstown Town Centre. Starting with a spectacular scenic drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along the lake edge, with scenic photo spots and entertaining stories from your local guide about Lake Whakatipu and its legends.
Glenorchy Township
Glenorchy township is home to approx. 400 permanent residents and the gateway to Paradise Valley and the Mt Aspiring National Park. Once we arrive in this quaint country town, you will have the chance to explore the picturesque lakefront including the iconic red boat shed.
Paradise Magic
From Glenorchy, we join a dirt track, a one-way road into the National Park. The Glenorchy-Paradise Road travels past rich farmland, through native beech forests, and across river beds. Not many live up in this direction, with its most famous residents being the mystical characters from LOTR and other movies, TV series, and commercials. Your guide will show you famous filming sites, with even the chance to dress up as your favourite Middle Earth character for a fun photo opportunity.
While exploring the area, In true Kiwi South Island hospitality, we will prepare morning tea at a picturesque location, complete with cheese rolls, ginger slice, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate.
The Journey Back
After Paradise, we will return back through Glenorchy, where we will have a brief stop, before allowing you to sit back and relax and enjoy the sights before being dropped back in the Queenstown Town Centre.
Experience the Unforgettable
Let us take you on a magical journey to Glenorchy and Paradise and discover more with Altitude Tours. The 4.5 hour Glenorchy & Paradise Explore departs at 9am returning by 1:30pm.

7:30am | Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour


Experience Milford Sound with Altitude Tours on a top-rated small group day tour. Departing from Queenstown, this tour offers an escape from the crowds and gets you up close and personal with Fiordland's iconic scenery.

Travel along the famed Milford Road in a premium Mercedes van, limited to just 16 passengers, hosted by a friendly local guide, and cruise below the towering peaks of the fjord on a 1hr 45min nature cruise.

Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people. Travel in a specially designed premium Mercedes Sprinter for touring. Experience multiple scenic stops along the iconic Milford Road, including Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Pops View, Homer Tunnel, and many more. Benefit from informative and engaging commentary provided by an experienced guide. Embark on a 1hr 45min small boat nature cruise through the fjord (with a maximum of 75 passengers on board). Add-on an optional packed picnic lunch or bring your own food from Queenstown.

Your Adventure Begins
Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at your Queenstown accommodation or nearby. You'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.
Welcome to the Fiordland National Park
From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, and short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.
Milford Sound Adventure
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise with Mitre Peak Cruises that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fjord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fjord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
The Journey Back
After your cruise, rejoin the van to commence the return journey to Queenstown. Sit back, relax, and take in the views. This day tour spans approximately 12-13 hours, and our smaller vehicles and attentive guide ensure your comfort and entertainment throughout the journey.
Experience the Unforgettable
Let us take you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Milford Sound and discover more with Altitude Tours. Milford Sound Day Tours depart daily from Queenstown at 7:30am, returning by 8:30pm.