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Rather than rushing travellers between crowded attractions, we focus on creating relaxed, meaningful experiences through local stories, hidden scenic gems, and genuine places where locals spend their time and connect in the community.
Guests can enjoy this private experience with a local, knowledgeable guide, allowing a flexible and personal itinerary, with plenty of time for photography, quiet viewpoints, short walks, and spontaneous stops along the way.
The experience blends stunning scenery with local history, and authentic Central Otago character — from remote canyon roads and historic gold mining towns to boutique restaurants, gardens, and artisan producers.
We offer a complimentary Premium Gin tasting in Historic Arrowtown and a complimentary History & Honey tasting at the local arts and crafts retail village. Please note lunch is not included in the price.
We aim to offer a more grounded and memorable alternative to traditional sightseeing tours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please wait outside your accommodation, ready for pick up 5 minutes early before departure. Thank you.
Itinerary
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1Skippers Canyon
As travellers enter Skippers Canyon, they’re met with dramatic cliffside roads, rugged mountain scenery, and breathtaking views over the turquoise Shotover River far below. The canyon feels remote and untouched, with historic gold mining relics, old stone cottages, and winding gravel roads that transport visitors back to New Zealand’s gold rush era.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Arrowtown
As travellers arrive in Arrowtown, they step into one of New Zealand’s most charming and historic villages. Surrounded by colourful mountains and tree-lined streets, Arrowtown is known for its beautifully preserved gold rush cottages, boutique shops, cosy cafés, and relaxed alpine atmosphere. Guests can wander along the historic main street, explore stories from the gold mining era, and enjoy the peaceful charm of this small mountain town beside the Arrow River. Especially stunning in autumn, Arrowtown offers a slower, more intimate side of Central Otago rich in history, character, and local charm.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ayrburn
As travellers arrive at Ayrburn, they’re welcomed into a beautifully restored heritage precinct surrounded by gardens, waterways, and historic farm buildings. The atmosphere blends Central Otago history with modern hospitality, offering elegant spaces to relax, wander, and enjoy local food and wine. Guests can stroll through the grounds, admire the carefully restored architecture, and soak up the peaceful countryside setting beneath the surrounding mountains. Here we stop for lunch at one of the many restaurant options.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Gibbston Valley Winery
(OPTIONAL) If guests prefer, we can arrange lunch and a wine tasting at one of the many wineries in the renowned Gibbston valley.
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Country Lane Retail Village
Country Lane offers a relaxed collection of boutique shops, local artists, artisanal products, and local produce. Visitors can browse handmade goods, local art galleries, enjoy honey tastings, coffee, or gourmet treats. This is the place to buy a truely local and unqiue New Zealand souvenir.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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