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

By VoiceMap Audio Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $11 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

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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Activity location

  • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 9305, Wānaka, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 9305, Wānaka, Otago Region, New Zealand

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

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Opening hours: Sun 12:00am-11:59pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $11.34 x 1 TravellerCA $11.34
Total
Price is CA $11.34

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
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    App for Android and iOS
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    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Smartphone and headphones
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport

Know before you book

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

Activity itinerary

Cardrona Bra Fence (Pass by)

Pull over for a quick photo and contribute a bra or donation to the Breast Cancer Foundation. This quirky roadside attraction features a fence adorned with hundreds of bras in the Cardrona Valley.

Cardrona Hotel (Pass by)

Pull over for lunch, a drink, or a stay at this historic establishment. This iconic, most-photographed 1860s gold rush hotel has a restaurant, legendary beer garden, and charming accommodation. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Crown Range Summit (Pass by)

Pull over at the vista point to take photos of the stunning views over the Wakatipu Basin and mountains. This summit is the highest paved public road pass in New Zealand, reaching an altitude of 1,076 metres.

Arrowtown (Pass by)

Pull over to stroll along the Arrow River, explore the historic Chinese Settlement, or try gold panning. This charming former gold-mining town features over 60 preserved historic buildings and boutique shops. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Arthurs Point (Pass by)

Pass by or pull over to visit the famous Shotover Jet boat ride location and the Onsen Hot Pools. This Queenstown suburb is located near the Shotover River and Coronet Peak Ski Area access road. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Queenstown (Pass by)

Drive along Lake Wakatipu's edge or pull over to explore the vibrant city centre, famous for adventure sports like bungee jumping and hiking. Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand, set among majestic alpine scenery. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Frankton (Pass by)

Drive along the main road where you can stop for shopping at Remarkables Park Town Centre or access the lakeside walking tracks. This Queenstown suburb is a major retail and commercial hub, situated near the airport. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Coronet Peak (Pass by)

Drive up the scenic road to the base area for summer hiking, disc golf, or winter skiing and sightseeing gondola rides. This ski area offers spectacular views over the Wakatipu basin. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Location

Activity location

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    51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 9305, Wānaka, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 51 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road
    • 9305, Wānaka, Otago Region, New Zealand

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