Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way)
Overview
Experience a guided one-way journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka, Haast Pass and the West Coast. Travel in a small group capped at 15 travellers, taking in Lake Wānaka, Lake Hāwea, the Blue Pools Track, Thunder Creek Falls and Lake Matheson, with a passionate local guide bringing the journey to life along the way.
Enjoy secret stops, wildlife sightings and plenty of surprises along the way, with lunch, snacks and bottled water provided. Travel in comfort in a modern minibus before finishing your journey in Franz Josef.
What's Included
- Lunch Sit down - free choice from a set menu
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Fully guided small group tour with local guide
- Restroom on board
Meeting and Pickup
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point. You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there.*Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup time.*Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance.*Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.
Corner of Shotover & Camp Streets
25 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Franz Josef / Waiau 7886
New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Cardrona
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wanaka
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Hawea
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Pools Track
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Thunder Creek Falls
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ship Creek Walks
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bruce Bay
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Matheson Walk
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-56760P61
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour 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.
- Lunch. Sit down - free choice from a set menu.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own).
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person.
- Fully guided small group tour with local guide.
- Restroom on board.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way) is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchSit down - free choice from a set menu
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Fully guided small group tour with local guide
- Restroom on board
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
