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Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

4.5(2)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

About this activity

This self-guided audio driving tour takes you on a stunning, two-hour journey from Wānaka to Queenstown via the scenic Crown Range and historic Arrowtown. It is a trip through natural drama, rich gold-rush history, and quirky landmarks.

Key highlights of the tour include:

Driving New Zealand’s highest sealed alpine road, the Crown Range.

Visiting iconic landmarks like That Wānaka Tree and the historic Cardrona Hotel.

Passing by the famous and quirky Cardrona Bra Fence.

Exploring the historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown.

Hearing stories of Māori trailblazers, explorers, and skiing pioneers.

This tour can be combined with the 'Queenstown to Wānaka' tour for a complete circular route.

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What's included

  • ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • ✓App for Android and iOS
  • ✓Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • ✓Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • ✕Food and drink
  • ✕Transportation

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour starts near the famous Wānaka tree, on the shoreline of Lake Wānaka, in the carpark at 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes driving the route and passing by the attractions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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