Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Highlights Tour
Queenstown-Lakes District, Otago, Queenstown
The Goldrush Tour - Your journey back in time to Queenstown’s golden era! With beer tasting, wine or barista coffee included! The greatest in depth look at Skippers Canyon and The Shotover River
Skippers Canyon GPS Guided Tour from Queenstown
This 3.5 to 4-hour small-group tour from Queenstown suits history enthusiasts and families wanting an immersive gold rush experience.
Description
Follow the route taken by 1860s miners, starting from Queenstown town centre through Queenstown Gorge (Blow Ho Gully) and into Skippers Canyon. GPS-activated stories narrated by professional voice actors in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese reveal the area's gold rush history while your expert Driver/Guide safely navigates the alpine road.
Family friendly, the onboard audio system includes multiple channels: three radio stations and two children’s storytelling tracks to keep everyone entertained and comfortable throughout the journey.
The tour includes several photo stops along scenic Skippers Canyon Road and finishes at Gantley’s Tavern, a historic goldmining pub over 160 years old. Here you can enjoy a barista coffee or beer/wine included in your ticket before returning to your original pickup point.
Please note that the driver speaks English, while the GPS stories are available in multiple languages.
Highlights
- GPS-activated stories in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
- In-depth historical insights on Queenstown's gold rush era
- Scenic stops along Skippers Canyon Road with photo opportunities
- Small groups of up to 11 people for a personalized experience
- Barista coffee or beer/wine included
- Duration 3.5 to 4 hours
Additional Features
- Visit popular film locations from The Lord of the Rings, Mission: Impossible, and A Remarkable Place to Die
- Convenient central Queenstown pickup points
- Children’s storytelling channels available onboard
Booking Information
Book in advance and bring warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes suitable for changing weather. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour. The best time to visit is during daylight hours to fully enjoy the scenery and photo stops.
