Discover fully guided tours from Queenstown with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, including return day tours and scenic one-way journeys across the South Island.
Depart from Queenstown to experience iconic destinations including Milford Sound, Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, Franz Josef, Christchurch, Dunedin and Middlemarch. Whether you are staying in Queenstown or travelling onward, our small group tours combine premium transport, knowledgeable local guides, scenic stops and carefully planned itineraries.
Looking for a day tour that starts and finishes in Queenstown? Choose from guided return day tours to Milford Sound and Mt Cook, two of the South Island’s most spectacular destinations.
Our Milford Sound Tour & Cruise from Queenstown has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Awards every year since 2022, making it a standout option for travellers wanting an award-winning day tour from Queenstown with premium transport, local commentary, scenic stops and a boutique Milford Sound cruise.
Travelling onward through the South Island? Our one-way tours from Queenstown turn your travel day into part of the experience, with guided routes to Mt Cook, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Dunedin and Middlemarch.
Enjoy comfortable small group transport, local insights and scenic stops along the way, while travelling between some of the South Island’s most iconic destinations.
Travelling in the other direction? See our Queenstown tours for guided journeys that travel to Queenstown from other South Island destinations.
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Yes you can book one-way tours to Mt Cook, Tekapo, Christchurch or Franz Josef. Please note if you wish to stop in Mt Cook, Tekapo or Franz Josef for the night, you will need to book 2 x one-way tours.
We do not provide airport pick-ups, however you can catch a taxi to our closest pick-up location which is the Frankton Bus Terminus and meet us there.
Breakfast is not included on tours, however a picnic lunch is included on the Milford Sound Tour & Cruise and Franz Josef Tour from Queenstown.
On all tours, the bus stops multiple times where you can purchase food or you are welcome to bring your own. There are vegetarian, gluten free and vegan options available.
Mt Cook: Approx 11am
Tekapo: Approx 3.45pm
Christchurch: Approx 8pm
Franz Josef: Approx 7pm
Queenstown (return tour): Approx 7pm
Comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, a charging cable for your phone or camera, your e-ticket or booking confirmation number, a small amount of cash for lunch and souvenirs. Also a rain jacket is a handy thing to have with you in New Zealand!
All equipment is provided for your heli hike and scenic flight, warm clothing and sun protection is also recommended. If the weather is not suitable for flying, you will receive a full refund for this portion of your tour.
The Hooker Valley Hike is a self-guided, 3-hour return easy but spectacular hike. If you prefer a a shorter hike or more time to spend in Mt Cook village, there are plenty of other options also.









