Day 1 – Take in the sights of Glenorchy

Hop on a guided tour in style from Queenstown to Glenorchy in one of Nomad Safaris Tesla Tours, where you will take in the breath-taking lakeside drive to Glenorchy, The Gateway to Paradise. Here you'll explore the best of Glenorchy's short walks, working up an appetite to have the option to indulge in a gourmet meal at Kinloch Lodge.

Take the time to explore the area and stay in one of Glenorchy's range of accommodation options from local campgrounds to luxurious lodges and eco retreats.

Day 2 – fun day, funyak

Funyaks are truly unique as the only adventure of it's type in the Queenstown region and is a fun way to intimately explore and experience this amazing 'World Heritage' area.

 After full instructions you'll paddle and drift a spectacular downstream journey. Stopping amongst ancient beech forest to enjoy a delicious wilderness buffet lunch as well as having the opportunity to explore the hidden side streams, rock pools and dramatic chasms such as the beautiful Rockburn Chasm. Afterwards continue downstream to Paradise, from where you will return to Glenorchy through stunning scenery and locations that have inspired movies the world over including 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Day 3 - Challenge Each other

Leap into the unknown from heart-stopping heights as you take a romantic tandem skydive. Soaring high in the New Zealand sky promises to get your heart racing.

In the evening, spend the night in Gibbston and gaze into the eyes of your loved one under the The Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky, one of the only places in the world where you can view the Milky Way and Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) in one place.

Day 4 – Hot air balloon & Art Gallery

Clink your Champagne glasses at dawn as your balloon lifts you quietly into an unfolding Queenstown landscape where you’ll drift away from all worldly cares.

Queenstown and Arrowtown are home to a number of excellent art galleries and craft workshops that are open to the public. Paintings, drawings, contemporary sculpture, watercolours and photography are all on display in various public galleries and workshop spaces. Take the time to explore and delve deeper into Queenstown's vibrant gallery scene.

Day 5 – Spa & Winery

For a more relaxed day, indulge in a spa treatment for two, soak in a hot pool and take in the alpine views.

Queenstown is a world class destination for wine enthusiasts. It is the gateway to Gibbston, the 'Valley of Vines', where some of the world’s best Pinot Noir can be tasted in various wineries restaurants and cellar doors. You can venture to Gibbston on an exploration of the region’s top notch wineries, either on a guided tour or by pedal power

Known, in particular, for its Pinot Noir, Queenstown and nearby Gibbston valley are home to over 75 wineries producing a wide range of wine varieties.

Many Queenstown wineries have cellar door tastings, and several have excellent winery restaurants on site, meaning you can drop in for a taste, chat to the staff and enjoy a delicious spread of food with a glass of your favourite local wine.

 

Day 6 – Explore the lakes

Take a leisurely lake cruise on a vintage steamship or hire some kayaks and explore the beautiful reflections of Moke Lake on a calm day.

A roundup of things to do on your Queenstown honeymoon 

  • Enjoy quality time cruising Queenstown's lakes
  • Picnic in the hills or on the water’s edge with locally sourced food and wine
  • A romantic meal with beautiful views or tucked away in a chic alleyway restaurant
  • Exploring Queenstown’s wineries on a guided tour or by bike
  • Indulge in a spa experience for two and soak in a hot tub
  • Take leap of faith together with a skydive, bungy or canyon swing
  • Delve deeper into the surrounding regions of Queenstown