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The Goldrush Tour in Skippers Canyon Queenstown

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Highlights & inclusions

Experience immersive stories from Queenstown's gold rush era
English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Japanese GPS activated stories
Skippers Canyon Scenic Road with multiple photo stops
3.5 - 4 hours small group tour
Barista coffee or beer/wine included in the price
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$169.00NZD
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to experience
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What you can expect

Step back into the 1860s on The Goldrush Tour, a small-group Skippers Canyon tour from Queenstown that follows the same route travelled by early miners. This half-day experience combines stunning alpine scenery with the stories of the Otago gold rush, brought to life through GPS-activated narration at key points of the road, as you travel along the historic Skippers Canyon Road.

Departing from central Queenstown, the tour takes you through the Queenstown Gorge (including Blow Ho Gully) before entering Skippers Canyon, one of New Zealand’s most remarkable historic areas. Take in the majestic landscape as the professionally recorded stories play, with narration available in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Spanish, while your driver-guide focuses on navigating the dramatic alpine road. Multiple onboard audio channels are available, including music and dedicated children’s storytelling tracks.

Enjoy photo stops along the way, including filming locations featured in The Lord of the Rings, as well as other TV shows and blockbusters. The tour finishes at Gantley’s Tavern, a historic goldmining pub dating back over 160 years, where you can enjoy a hot drink or a beer/wine (included in the price) before returning to Queenstown.

With a duration of approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, plus convenient pickup points in town, The Goldrush Tour is a unique and immersive way to explore Queenstown’s famous Skippers Canyon and its rich heritage.

Skippers Bridge closure does not affect our activity

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Location

Skippers Road, Skippers, Otago Region 9371

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • 3.5 - 4 hours Goldrush Tour in Skippers Canyon
  • In-depth GPS-activated storytelling available in Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean & Spanish
  • Skippers Canyon Road historical points of interest
  • Popular filming locations (The Lord of the Rings & Mission: Impossible)
  • Photo stops along one of New Zealand most scenic roads (Skippers Canyon Road)
  • Pick up & drop off in central Queenstown
  • Small group travel with up tp 11 passengers
  • Dedicated stations offering children's storytelling tracks or music
  • Barista coffee or beer/wine included in the price
Duration
  • Allow 4 hours
Departure Location
  • 8:00am & 1:00pm
  • Departs from outside the Marmolada cafe at 43 Camp Street (alternative pickup points available at checkout)
  • Operates daily from September - May
Additional Information
  • Child rates apply (3-14yrs), minimum age is 3yrs. Children's audio storytelling is provided
  • This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/neck issues or discomfort with heights
  • Small group tour with maximum 11 passengers
  • Please wear sturdy shoes and warm clothing recommended
  • Bring water, insect repellent and a camera
  • There are no toilets in Skippers Canyon, facilities are available at Gantley's Tavern
  • Operates in most weather; minimum numbers required for tour to go ahead
  • Please note that while the GPS stories are professionally recorded in multiple languages, the driver is English-speaking only

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