Gold Heritage Day Tour | New Zealand
- Historic Skippers Canyon: Journey into a gold mining region steeped in history (Skippers Canyon package)
- Historic Macetown: Visit an abandoned gold mining town now preserved as a nature reserve (Macetown package)
- Extraordinary Adventure: Experience a unique blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue
- Gold Panning: Try your hand at panning for gold in the famous Shotover River
Options
Skippers Canyon 4WD Day Tour
Inclusions
Guided tour
Fully equipped 4WD Vehicle
Gold panning gear
Light refreshments
Transfers & free accommodation pickups
Exclusions
Personal expenses
Tips
Insurance
Other expenses not mentioned above
What's included in Gold Heritage Day Tour | New Zealand
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
— Skippers Canyon 4WD Day Tour —
Coronet Peak
Wakatipu Basin
Skippers Canyon
Lighthouse Rock
Skippers Bridge
---------- below is the itinerary for Macetown 4WD Day Tour ----------
— Macetown 4WD Day Tour —
Arrowtown
Arrow River
Soho Creek
Britannia Terrace
Smith’s Bakehouse
Anderson’s Battery
Please note that the above itinerary is for reference only and is subject to change based on actual circumstances
— What You Can Expect —
【Skippers Canyon 4WD Day Tour】
Embark on the Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown, journeying towards Coronet Peak and into the spectacular Skippers Canyon.
Enjoy panoramic views of the Wakatipu Basin as you ascend the peak. Inside the canyon, visit Lighthouse Rock for a dramatic lookout, then follow the historical winding road to the iconic Skippers Bridge, offering stunning photo opportunities. Explore the abandoned township of Skippers, where original buildings still stand. Enjoy morning or afternoon tea at the restored Skippers School, rich with historical photos and artifacts. Nearby, a cemetery reveals the harsh realities faced by early gold prospectors. On your return, stop at Deep Creek for a gold panning session in the Shotover River, guided by experts.
This tour also features locations from The Lord of the Rings, adding a touch of cinematic magic to your adventure.
【Macetown 4WD Day Tour】
Experience the ultimate 4x4 off-road adventure exploring the historic gold mining town of Macetown.
Once bustling with miners during the gold rush, Macetown is now a pristine Department of Conservation reserve. Traverse rugged terrain in our safe and thrilling 4x4 vehicles, crossing the Arrow River an exhilarating 25 times each way. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this region by trying your hand at gold panning and learning from our knowledgeable guides about the challenges and triumphs of the miners. Departing from Queenstown, our Macetown 4WD tour offers a unique blend of adventure, history, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience for all.
Inclusions
- Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- The tour operator reserves the right to delay or cancel any tours or activities if weather conditions are not suitable. This decision will be made by the operations manager or a delegated representative. Guides and Drivers are also authorised to modify their routes, or shorten a tour if weather conditions unexpectedly change
- Tour operator is not liable for loss or damage to client’s personal property whilst on any trip
- Tour operator has no liability for losses or additional expenses incurred by passengers due to sickness, weather, strikes, delays or changes in air or other transport services, force majeure, Act of God, or other causes outside the control of tour operator
- No shows will result in full charge
Meet
Venues
- Absoloot Backpackers MEET AT INFO Amp TRACKAt00:00View on Map
- Bella Vista 36 Robins Rd QueenstownAt00:00View on Map
- Browns Boutique Hotel 26 Isle St QueenstownAt00:00View on Map
Meeting / End Points
- Skippers Canyon
Policies
Purchase Summary
- When placing order, guest agree to the Disclosure of Risks here
- Minimum numbers of 2 passengers (paying adults) are required to confirm all trips. On NZ statutory holidays, minimum numbers of 4 passengers (paying adult) apply to all trips
- Please select your preferred pick-up location at the time of booking. if your hotel is not on the list, please select the nearest location
- For any update on pick-up time and location, please refer to your voucher
- The tour include pick up and drop off from central Queenstown Hotels and other non-Queenstown locations are on application. Kindly refer to voucher for final confirmation
— What to Bring —
- Suitable shoes
- Appropriate clothing.
- Water
- Camera
