Ski New Zealand
From CAD $1,823
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
Hit the slopes of the South Island's dominating Southern Alps, home to New Zealand's premier ski areas. And while each ski area has its own unique character, they’re all framed against NZ's stunning scenic backdrops - lakes, rivers, lush green, golden plains, dense forest, and blue ocean. The air is crisp and clean, the scenery amazing and the snow wonderful - let’s go!
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Dinner (D)
Included Experience
- Queenstown: Yup, we're here to help things run as smooth as possible (not as smooth as you on the slopes though - that's not possible).
- Queenstown: This high alpine pass connects Queenstown and Wanaka and offers show-stopping views of the valley looking over the Wakatipu Basin. You'll also find a historic pub on the way, made popular by the gold-miners from the 1860s gold rush.
- Cardrona: Stargazing, gondola riding, snow-tubbing, champagne-sipping, and of course, skiing! There's so much you can do at one of the most iconic skiing locations in New Zealand - and that's where we'll begin spend today.
- Queenstown: This 'remarkable' spot in New Zealand is popular for its sun-filled bowls, world-renowned chutes and unique resorts. Whether you're a beginner, or a season ski expert, snowy fun is guaranteed here.
- Queenstown: A NZ ski-trip is incomplete without visiting the world-famous Coronet Peak AKA the original ski resort in the area.
Trip Details
Product Code: 17473
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 216.1595A
Starts: Queenstown (Nz), New Zealand
Finishes: Queenstown (Nz), New Zealand
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,823 ($260 /day)
Itinerary
Welcome snow squad! Here in Queenstown (Tāhuna) we have one very clear and common agenda: the perfect week of powder. Whether you're a pro, mid range or beginner, the world-class terrain here is suitable for all skill levels and abilities, and we'll be testing out three of the Southern Hemisphere's best ski fields: Cardrona, Coronet & The Remarkables. Tonight, we'll start off by getting cosy over a team dinner and sharing our enthusiasm for the week of adventures ahead. Later on, it's our first chance to hit up the Queenstown nightlife - shall we start as we mean to go on?PLEASE NOTE: Ski Essentials and Equipment will be available to hire from a local store.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
It's our first day hitting the slopes, and today we've set our sights on the Cardrona Alpine Resort. Ready to start sharpening up your skills, or attempting to find new ones? With 40km (almost 25 miles) of slopes available, plus the Southern Hemisphere's most extensive terrain parks & pipes, you'll be spoilt for choice. Powder white below and blue skies above, this is going to be legendary. Finally, we'll end the night at a local restaurant for kai with the whānau.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Rise and shine! Today is dedicated to snow, snow and more snow. Though your body may be feeling the pinch, the mountains won't shred themselves! The best way to get through it is to get back out there - and today we're bound for the Remarkables, ranging from park to roller-coaster terrain, this Alpine resort boasts sun-filled bowls, world-renowned chutes and the Burton Stash - a one-of-its-kind concept park for the Southern hemisphere. Collapsing into bed tonight, we'll sleep soundly before our well-earned free day tomorrow.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Today we’ll take a break from the slopes… but not a break from the adrenaline! That’s right, on Day 4 you’ll get the chance to bungy jump off the third highest platform in the world, jump out of a plane with NZone Skydiving or, you know, chill out and get to know your new BFFs. Tonight, you can opt for a virtual trip to the Arctic at the Ice Bar.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Back to the slopes. And with two days left, it’s time to start making it count. Introducing Coronet Peak: the area's 'original' and most extensive ski resort, with views over Lake Wakatipu.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
It's our final day, so let's make every moment count. For those of you who can't get enough of the powder, enjoy more free-time to ski and opt for a session to hit the slopes. Everyone else can explore the thriving city of Queenstown. There's loads to do here, so take your pick. Go hiking up the Tiki trail, try a famed fergburger, or take an inspiring day trip to the Milford Sound. Tonight you can choose to jump on a gondola and to wine & dine atop of the highest restaurant in Queenstown, Skyline.
Accommodation: Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Our time in the snow may be over, but the memories will last forever. Time to take yourself back to where you belong, but make sure you swap numbers so you can relive the best parts of your Queenstown extravaganza. Same time next year?
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Kate S. - Traveled, January 2024
Was the best trip manager!! Made sure we all had an epic time! Very knowledgeable and loved listening to his heritage. Great itinerary which allowed us to have some downtime but also go ski an extra day whilst others jumped off bridges and planes. Met the best group of people I now call family! Super easy to book!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/08/2024
Danielle L. - Traveled, February 2024
Amazing snow week, awesome group & snow machine week, 10/10. Second year in a row doing it, see you again next year. Highly recommend the winery tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/09/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, March 2024
The trip was pretty amazing, I joined onto the group as a solo traveller and everyone was so welcoming and nice. The planning of activities for each day were spot on and very easy to personalise. Bryce was super approachable, kind and helpful in all situations. The only downfall of the whole trip was the accommodation, the choice of hostel probably was the weakest part of the contiki, the hostel was untidy and a bit run down (no where to lock our stuff away(it was broken) and there was no heating in our room from the second day).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/10/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, April 2024
Only thing is I wish the trip was longer, 2 weeks instead of one would be amazing.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/11/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, April 2024
I had an amazing 8 days in Queenstown. I loved going snowboarding, I wished there were more days that I could go (although my body was quite tired), skydiving was a big highlight of my trip and also meeting new friends to share the week with. Everything was so easy to book through the website and during the trip with the trip manager (Bryce).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/12/2024
Sage D. - Traveled, June 2024
I had the best time travelling with contiki, and meeting lots of amazing people! Learning about the culture of Queenstown and snowboarding. I would 100% recommend again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/13/2024
Payten H. - Traveled, July 2024
It was so much fun, it was my first contiki and first time travelling on my own and I couldn’t recommend this more I had the time of my life and will definitely be doing more of these !!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Ben C. - Traveled, August 2024
Perfect balance of time on the slopes and exploration and fun around the Queenstown area. Easy enough to book, I had some struggles with trip registration error but got it sorted in the end.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/15/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, September 2024
Going to the ice bar was my highlight.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/16/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
Wednesday skydiving to winery to disco. Very exiting day.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/17/2024
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