Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way) | 12 hours

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Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Tour
2 Adults x $169.26
$338.52
Approx Total
$338.52
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
  • Scenic Flights / Heli Hike

Overview

Experience the ultimate adventure along New Zealand's West Coast from Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka. Our small group, fully-guided tour takes you to the picturesque Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea, over the stunning Haast Pass and along the beautiful West Coast beaches to Franz Josef. Led by our passionate guides, this tour goes beyond the destinations, offering secret stops, wildlife viewings, and delightful surprises along the way. Travel in comfort with modern minibuses, enjoy complimentary refreshments and provided lunch as you journey through one of New Zealand’s most picturesque regions. At Cheeky Kiwi Travel, it's the journey, the stories, and the small group experience that truly set our tours apart.

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- Pick-ups are available only from the hotels listed. If your location isn’t listed, please select the nearest option. - Pick-ups start up to 20 minutes before the tour time. Be ready and waiting outside by this time to avoid missing your pick-up. -Not all locations are serviced daily—pick-up points are pre-determined ... for each tour. If your pick-up location changes, please notify us in advance. - Guides may arrive up to 10 minutes late due to multiple stops but cannot wait for late passengers. We recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early. PICKUP TIMES: Kamana Lakehouse 6:45am Mercure 6:46am Heritage Hotel 6:47am Rydges Lakeland Resort 6:50am Hotel St Moritz 6:51am QT Queenstown 6:22am Crowne Plaza 6:53am Pinewood Lodge 6:54am Queenstown Park Boutique 6:55am Flaming Kiwi Backpackers 6:56am Novotel 6:57am Nomads Hostel 6:58am Sofitel Hotel & Spa 7:00am The Station Home of Adventure 7:00am LyLo Queenstown 7:00am Aspen Lodge 7:01am Heartland Hotel 7:02am Holiday Inn Express 7:03am Ramada Queenstown Central 7:04am Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront 7:05am Millennium Hotel 7:06am Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview 7:07am Swiss Belsuites Pounamu 7:08am Oaks Shores Resort 7:09am The Rees 7:10am Holiday Inn Frankton Road (bus stop Frankton Rd) 7:11am Sherwood Hotel (Bus stop Frankton Rd) 7:12am Frankton Terminus (near Airport) 7:13am Wyndham Garden 7:15am Sudima 5 Mile 7:16am Read more ▼

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Pickup time: 7:00am. Kindly select this location if your accommodation is not yet confirmed, we can change it later!

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Itinerary

  • Cardrona

    Located on the spectacular Crown Range Road between Queenstown and Wānaka, the Cardrona Hotel is one of New Zealand's oldest and most iconic hotels. Its rustic charm, spectacular mountain setting and rich history make it a must-see in Central Otago.

    10 minutes

  • Wanaka

    We’ll stroll down to the lakeside for that iconic photo of the Wānaka Tree. Soak in the beauty of this expansive lake, backdropped by Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps—a paradise for photographers.

    30 minutes

  • Lake Hawea

    Crossing the mighty Clutha River, we'll head westward past the stunning Lake Hāwea. We'll stop for a quick photo at a lookout point between Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea.

    10 minutes

  • Blue Pools Track

    Located in Mt Aspiring National Park, the aptly named Blue Pools are a must-see. This easy 3km round trip is well worth the effort to witness the breathtaking blue waters of the Makarora River.

    1 hour

  • Thunder Creek Falls

    An easy 5-minute walk will reward you with a spectacular view of Thunder Creek Falls. This 28-metre waterfall, a remnant of a once-great glacier, pours from a hanging valley.

    20 minutes

  • Ship Creek Walks

    As we head north along the border where ancient rainforest meets the ocean, we’ll stop at Ship Creek. Dig your toes in the sand and feel the crash of the relentless waves of the Tasman Sea. Explore the dunes via an easy 1km walking track.

    30 minutes

  • Bruce Bay

    Here, thick native rainforest meets the seemingly endless open ocean. Bruce Bay truly showcases the best of the West Coast!

    10 minutes

  • Lake Matheson Walk

    We continue to every photographer's dream: Lake Matheson. On a calm day, you can capture Mt Cook reflected elegantly across this picturesque lake. This easy walk will reward you with breathtaking views of the Southern Alps.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children safety/booster seats available to hire for NZ$20 per seat
  • Tour duration includes travel time between locations
  • Lunch is provided - kindly advise any dietary requirements

Free Cancellation

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  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Great way to travel

Published on Feb, 2025

So glad we found this tour. Jonathan, our guide, was terrific and as it was a wet day, he gave us choices along the way. Highly recommend as you can get picked up and dropped off at your accommodation. Luggage is no problem. We will be travelling with Cheeky Kiwi again tomorrow to get the Tranz Alpine train to Christchurch Overall a informative and entertaining tour

Trip highlight!

Published on Feb, 2025

Took a transfer from Franz Joseph to Queenstown and had such an amazing day - by some stroke of luck I was the only passenger that day and had the best guide in Greg. In the end felt more like a road trip with a friend than a transfer / tour. The itinerary became flexible and we managed to squeeze in some huge trip highlights for me, which I wouldn’t have been able to do otherwise - thank you!! Would definitely recommend / book with Cheeky Kiwi again! Thanks for an awesome day

Wonderful Queenstown Franz Joseph trip

Published on Feb, 2025

This was a long journey in a mini bus, with many enjoyable and worthwhile stops on the way. NZ $30 per head lunch was included which got me and my wife an excellent fish sandwich, Antler (venison) burger french fries and a wonderful local draft craft beer! Our guide/driver Greg was extremely knowledge and kept us well informed about the local nature, heritage and history. He made this trip memorable. Thanks Cheeky Kiwi for sharing Greg with us.

Hannah is a great guide!

Published on Feb, 2025

The best thing about this company is their guides. Hannah was wonderful all the way to the end when she did the hike with us to Lake Matheson, even though it was raining. Lots of great stories told about New Zealand as she drove us around. Beautiful smile which made us at ease with her. The shuttle is just the right size. Just a comfortable small group so when there is a stop for a visit, it doesn’t take very long for everyone to get out and come back in, which makes it more efficient than a large bus. Very punctual. The sites that were chosen for stops were great. Delicious lunch and snacks included in the price.

Greg was great!

Published on Feb, 2025

The driver Greg was very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating! Views were great and the ride was smooth. Top marks!

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