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The Heart of Central Otago

This 10 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Queenstown.

This active experience is specifically tailored for those who appreciate comfort, history, and adventure, including an unforgettable three-day focus on the area's iconic cycle routes. From the buzz of Queenstown, we follow the mighty Clutha River and delve deep into the rugged landscapes of the former gold rush era. Spend three enriching days exploring the magnificent Clutha Gold Trail and its connected routes, tracing the river's path through gorges and farmlands. A scenic drive then leads you to the tranquillity of Kurow, where you'll enjoy an exceptional two-night glamping experience at Valley Views, soaking in the Waitaki Valley vistas before completing your loop through the magnificent alpine resort of Wānaka. 

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

This tour also features:

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Trust the Chef Long Lunch with dessert at Carrick Winery

Included activity: The Gold Trails Three Day Cycling Package with Kiwi Journeys

Included activity: TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 special dinners

Itinerary summary for: The Heart of Central Otago

Day 1: Arrival and Lakeside Charm
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 2: Drive the Kawarau Gorge
Accommodation: Marsden Lake Resort

Day 3: River Cycling & Heritage Precincts
Accommodation: Lake Roxburgh Lodge or similar

Day 4: Gorge Vistas and Cycle Route Adventures
Accommodation: Ormaglade Cabins or similar

Day 5: Farmland Trails and Gold Rush History
Accommodation: Marsden Lake Resort

Day 6: Drive the Waitaki Valley and Valley Views Glamping
Accommodation: Valley Views Glamping

Day 7: High Country Exploration and Local History
Accommodation: Valley Views Glamping

Day 8: Alpine Lakes and Mountain Views
Accommodation: Edgewater Wanaka

Day 9: Return via The Crown Range and Farewell Dinner
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 10: Farewell from Aotearoa