Back to Queenstown and Its Beautiful Surroundings

Start your day by getting your morning coffee with spinach pie or ice cream of your choice. If you're up for something a little more serious, their specialty is Stone Grill Dining
Also buy snacks here for your afternoon picnic at Glenorchy.
Open hours: 7:30 – 15:30 daily.

On your way to the winery, don't miss the beautiful point - Lions Lookout. On a clear day, the Lookout offers a wonderful view of Lake Te Anau and the mountains.
The best time to visit and shoot is in the morning. Good access is via a gravel road, drive as a detour.

Waitiri Creek Winery - another Gibbson Valley winery that is on the way and has its own unique charm. For brunch get a nice stop at a winery in a beautiful old church with a garden and a view. In addition to wine tasting, you should order food, and then, take the famous Pavlova for dessert. Website
Open hours: 9:00 – 17:00 daily.

Time to test your courage. Stop at a beautiful bridge. If you're brave enough, jump on the AJ Hackett Kawarau Bungy Centre and get your adrenaline pumping. Or take a zip ride with breathtaking emotions. Or just watch how others do it.
Recommended to book here at least 48hrs in advance.
Open hours: 9:30 – 16:00 daily.

The road along Lake Wakatipu in terms of saturation with beautiful views can compete with the most beautiful road in California SR1, or the Pacific Coast Highway
Absolutely breathtaking and amazing view, it can be said that this is the best place to enjoy the view of the lake, just in 10 min walking from the car. Nice short walk to the lookout and you get a great view of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding area.

You arrive in Glenorchy which is the gateway to many activities. But first of all, it is worth stopping at the wharf.
This place is breathtaking, and perfect for a mini picnic, fantastic photos, walks, and quick swims. Just at the right side of the wharf, there are small flooded trees, and next to them are tables made of cable reels. It is worth settling down behind them and tasting the snack bought earlier.

The scenic drive continues with a visit to a third-generation family farm with stunning views of the Rees Valley, the Humboldt Mountains, and the wetlands. Use the opportunity to pet and feed sheep and llamas. Great stopover for kids. Website
Open hours: 10:00 – 16:00 daily.

Crossing the bridge over the Rees River you're getting a High Country Horses. Getting a great chance to feel deeply for the surrounding scenery is to take a horseback ride on the Rees River. If you are a fan of horseback riding, it may be worth allocating more time and booking a horseback riding tour for half a day or a full day.
Better to book here in advance.
Open hours: 8:00 – 17:00 daily.
If you can't book a long tour, you can visit Lighthorse Adventures Horse Treks, which offers shorter horse rides to suit your taste or even pony rides for kids.

There are many places in New Zealand associated with the production of the Lord of the Rings movie. There are special routes to the places of scenes from the film.
Peter Jackson chose this place because of its beauty and indomitable strength. Isengard itself is located near a rocky mountain range. Clouds and fog often create just a mystical atmosphere.
So if you're a fan, you should at least drive to Isengard Lookout and just enjoy the beauty of the area.

Your eventful journey is coming to an end and it is worth celebrating with a visit to a truly worthy place to dine. Gourmet fusion Asian cuisine. Various options for both lovers of meat dishes and seafood cuisine. Be prepared for a fairly high price. But it's worth it.
It is recommended to book here in advance.
Open hours: 17:00 – 22:00 daily.

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