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Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour
(38) Reviews
Queenstown
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour may not be suitable for people with serious back or neck issues
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This tour may not be suitable for people uncomfortable with heights or winding roads.
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This tour involves no necessary walking, all the views can be seen from the bus, however, some mobility is required for getting in and out of the vehicle.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Welcome to Queenstown's most detailed historical experience, charting the region's journey from the 1860s gold rush right up to the modern day. Following the Shotover River deep into Skippers Canyon, this small-group experience feels like a live documentary, blending cinematic, researched storytelling with real locations where history happened.
Enjoy a relaxed pace with plenty of photo stops to compare modern vistas, with historical photos of the region. Conclude with a complimentary drink at a historic pub, leaving you deeply connected to the region's past.
Small Groups Limited to 11 guests for a personal feel.
Immersive history built for travellers wanting more than just a standard sigh...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Korean & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Korean & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Historic pub stop with complimentary barista coffee, beer, wine, or cold drink included
Modern, air conditioned, 4WD vehicle designed for comfort on Skippers Road
Small Independently owned and operated business in Queenstown
Music stations and Childrens stories to help keep everyone entertained
Photo stops along one of New Zealand most scenic roads
Queenstown's most detailed and carefully researched historical tour experience
Child tickets only include a drink. A savoury or sweet treat can be purchased as an extra.
Itinerary
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Skippers Canyon
Just as the early miners did in the 1860s, you’ll set off from Queenstown’s town centre, travel through the stunning Queenstown Gorge (Blow Ho Gully), and deep into the heart of Skippers Canyon. Along the way, our GPS-activated stories, (professionally narrated by voice actors and available in Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish), will bring the region’s goldrush history to life — giving you all the insights and stories you could want, while your expert Driver/Guide focuses on navigating the dramatic alpine road ahead.
Travelling with children, or just in the mood to enjoy the views in peace? No problem — we offer multiple onboard audio channels, including three radio stations and two dedicated children’s storytelling tracks, so there’s something for everyone.
The full experience lasts between 3 and 4 hours, with plenty of photo stops along the way.
3 hours
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Gantley's Tavern
We finish the tour at Gantley’s Tavern, a historic goldmining pub dating back over 160 years, where you can enjoy either a hot drink, or a beer/wine — all included in the price, before dropping you off back at your original pickup point.
30 minutes
Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour
(38) Reviews
Queenstown
About
Welcome to Queenstown's most detailed historical experience, charting the region's journey from the 1860s gold rush right up to the modern day. Following the Shotover River deep into Skippers Canyon, this small-group experience feels like a live documentary, blending cinematic, researched storytelling with real locations where history happened.
Enjoy a relaxed pace with plenty of photo stops to compare modern vistas, with historical photos of the region. Conclude with a complimentary drink at a historic pub, leaving you deeply connected to the region's past.
Small Groups Limited to 11 guests for a personal feel.
Immersive history built for travellers wanting more than just a standard sigh...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Korean & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Korean & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Historic pub stop with complimentary barista coffee, beer, wine, or cold drink included
Modern, air conditioned, 4WD vehicle designed for comfort on Skippers Road
Small Independently owned and operated business in Queenstown
Music stations and Childrens stories to help keep everyone entertained
Photo stops along one of New Zealand most scenic roads
Queenstown's most detailed and carefully researched historical tour experience
Child tickets only include a drink. A savoury or sweet treat can be purchased as an extra.