Experience Coronet Peak, Queenstown’s original ski area, where rolling groomers invite high-speed laps and playful side hits. Cruise signature trails with views over Lake Wakatipu, and feel the flow on classic pistes that have introduced generations to South Island snow.

Opened in 1947, Coronet’s heritage runs deep. On clear days the light pours across the Wakatipu Basin, and in peak season the mountain is famed for early “first tracks” and lively après energy that celebrates a day well spent.

Test your nerve and leap from the 134 m Nevis Bungy, launching from a suspended jump pod above the rugged Nevis River gorge. The silence before the drop sharpens every sense; the rebound is pure exhilaration.

Count an 8.5-second freefall as the canyon rushes past, ticking off one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most iconic adrenaline rites. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour with your Trip Manager.

Take a tandem skydive over Queenstown with expert instructors, exiting up to 15,000 ft for a roaring rush of freefall before the canopy blooms. The transition from speed to serenity is a thrill in itself.

On the glide down, float above The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu, where snowy ridgelines meet deep-blue water and tawny tussock plains. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Venture into Fiordland National Park for a full-day journey to Milford Sound/Piopiotahi. Board your vessel to glide beneath sheer cliffs and cascading waterfalls, with seals lounging on rocks and kea wheeling overhead.

Drift past the pyramid of Mitre Peak, and when conditions allow, nose towards Stirling or Bowen Falls for the cool mist on your face. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Ride the Skyline Gondola to Bob’s Peak for sweeping twilight panoramas over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. Settle in and dine at Stratosfare Restaurant, where generous Kiwi fare meets mountain-top views.

As dusk deepens, the basin lights sparkle far below, adding a celebratory note to stories shared with the group. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Step into a sub-zero ice lounge where sculpted walls, seats, and glasses carved from ice create an Arctic-style playground. Jackets and gloves are provided; the smiles come naturally.

Sip chilled cocktails beneath a frosty blue glow and capture fun photos with shimmering ice art all around. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Add an extra day on the slopes to keep the progression going, selecting from Queenstown’s local fields as conditions allow. More laps mean more confidence, more flow, and more mountain time.

Carve fresh corduroy, chase soft turns, or simply soak up the alpine views a little longer. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Ride high into the South Island’s most photogenic range to ski The Remarkables, choosing lines through sun-filled bowls, world-renowned chutes, and the innovative Burton Stash natural terrain park. From first-timers to seasoned riders, the variety here keeps every run fresh.

Perched above the sapphire sweep of Lake Wakatipu, the jagged skyline more than earns the mountains their name. Expect crisp alpine air, wide horizons, and the satisfying rhythm of lap after lap as the views unfold across the basin.

Explore Cardrona Alpine Resort, carving varied terrain across 40 km of trails from mellow groomers to playful natural features. Ride the McDougall’s Chondola to sweeping ridgelines, or lap the Southern Hemisphere’s most extensive terrain parks & pipes for freestyle progression framed by big-sky vistas.

Set high above the valley between Queenstown and Wanaka, Cardrona blends reliable snowfall with expansive views. Glimpses of Cardrona Valley’s gold-rush heritage add a sense of place, with the storied Cardrona Hotel down the road recalling Otago’s 1860s boom times.

Gather in town to share kai with the whanau at a welcoming Queenstown eatery, where chefs showcase South Island produce—think tender lamb, bright seafood, and seasonal vegetables—paired with alpine views or a cosy fireside setting.

Learn how the Maori word “kai” celebrates food and community as you taste Central Otago flavours and toast new friends. Expect friendly Kiwi hospitality and a relaxed pace—typically early in the tour—to set the tone for a week in the mountains.