Start the tour after been picked up in central Queenstown with a scenic drive up the Crown Range, this is the highest sealed road of New Zealand and is usually covered with snow in winter and boasting some incredible views. You will stretch your legs at an amazing view point and be able to get some spectacular photos.
The next stop on the tour is the iconic Cardrona Hotel. One of New Zealand's oldest hotels and one of the most photographed buildings in the area, the Cardrona offers up a rustic, old-fashioned feel and so it should, it was built in 1863 at the height of the Gold Rush. You'll receive your complimentary beer or non alcoholic ginger beer to enjoy in the beer garden or before the fire.
You'll make your way to Wanaka; a gorgeous town that has made a name for itself as a trendy eco resort town. Historically, Wanaka was use by the Maori people as a pathway to greenstone sites and later by goldminers for accommodation; it is surrounded by majestic mountains and giant glaciers. It's also the home of the Reflection Tree - a natural wonder that makes for a perfect photo! After this, you'll have an hour to wander around Wanaka; have lunch at a cafe, browse the local shops and take in the scenic views.
After your time in Wanaka you'll drive to the charming Arrowtown and Chinese Village. You'll walk among tiny restored cottages and become enchanted with the historic buildings of this town that was the site of the Gold Rush in 1860s.
The day will end with a short scenic drive back to central Queenstown to finish the tour.