Head to Queenstown this winter for an action-packed winter adventure! Head to the local ski fields with the family and enjoy some awesome skiing with lift passes and lessons included. Stay in a lovely 2 bedroom apartment experience a luge ride at the top of the Skyline Gondola!
5 day Queenstown Family Ski Holiday - Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to the 'Adventure Capital' of Queenstown
Your itinerary, lift passes, car and accommodation bookings
As well as getting everything you need to have a great trip sent to you electronically (yes we are really clever like that!), a super dooper tour pack containing everything you need will be waiting for you at your accommodation. In short - we take care of the paperwork!
Collect your Ski New Zealand rental car
Ski New Zealand rental cars are all specially equipped with ski racks and chains (for grip in the snow - not evening entertainment!). We have a superb range of cars from all the top companies and with a range of insurance options and inclusions that will suit you perfectly.
Arrive Queenstown and collect your NZSki Mypass from the Snow Centre
Welcome to Queenstown for your winter ski or snowboarding holiday. It’s not just the skiing that makes Queenstown a fantastic winter destination, there’s also the spectacular scenery, amazing adventures and endless activities to keep you entertained when you’re not on the slopes. After each action packed day, you’ll also find a superb variety of cafes and restaurants to relax and refuel at.
Today we recommend you visit the Snow Centre located on the ground floor of the Station Building at 9 Duke St and collect your mypass card. This will save you heaps of time tomorrow as you’ll avoid the morning queues and can head straight to the mountain with more time to ski and ride. When you visit the Snow Centre please take your Ski New Zealand itinerary with you as the Snow Centre staff will need the reference number off this. You will need to pay a $5 refundable deposit for each mypass card and each person in your group receives their own card. All your lift passes, rental equipment, lessons, shuttle transfers etc will be loaded onto your card. If you’re taking the Snowline Hotel Pick-up shuttle to the mountain tomorrow you can also book this at the Snow Centre.
Your Accommodation: Blue Peaks Apartments
Blue Peaks Luxury Apartments, offer spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments just a 4 minute walk for all the excitement of central Queenstown. With a full kitchen, laundry and open plan living, the apartments are perfect for your Queenstown ski holiday.
Day 2: Today you'll head to the Remarkables for an introduction to the snow
Driving Instructions from Queenstown to Ski Fields
Coronet Peak
Driving - From Queenstown it’s a 20 minute drive to Coronet Peak Ski Area. From the centre of town it’s well sign-posted to Coronet Peak, approximately 13km out of town. The road to the ski field is a sealed alpine road, snow chains must be carried.
Remarkables
Driving - From Queenstown it’s a 40 minute drive to the Remarkables Ski Area. From the centre of town drive towards the airport, then continue over the Kawarau River and continue on the main road until you see the well signposted entry for the Remarkables Ski Area Access Road. The road to the ski field is a sealed 14 km alpine road, snow chains must be carried.
NZSki: One Day Adult Starter Pack
This is a one day product designed for the absolute first timer. If you have never been on snow before this is the package for you. Lesson meeting time is 10:20am. The combo features 2 x 2 hour group lessons, beginner lift pass, skis, boots and poles or snowboard and boots. You'll learn to slide with confidence whilst having fun. Under the expertise of your Snowsports instructors, you will be introduced to your equipment and the environment. You will learn the basic skills of staying upright, stopping, riding the surface lifts and perhaps start to change direction.
NZSki: One Day Child Starter Pack
The youth ski and snowboard program operates daily and is specifically designed for kids and teens, encouraging maximum participation, safety and fun. It's an excellent way to make new friends, improve skills and have a great day on the hill.This package features group lessons for kids and teens of similar age and ability level, full mountain lift pass and recreational equipment. Advanced bookings are unavailable, but as spaces fill up quickly we recommend you arrive early to ensure participation.
Your Accommodation: Blue Peaks Apartments
Blue Peaks Luxury Apartments, offer spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments just a 4 minute walk for all the excitement of central Queenstown. With a full kitchen, laundry and open plan living, the apartments are perfect for your Queenstown ski holiday.
Day 3: Continue the fun at the Remarkables Skifield and refine those amazing snow skills
NZSki: One Day Adult Starter Pack
This is a one day product designed for the absolute first timer. If you have never been on snow before this is the package for you. Lesson meeting time is 10:20am. The combo features 2 x 2 hour group lessons, beginner lift pass, skis, boots and poles or snowboard and boots. You'll learn to slide with confidence whilst having fun. Under the expertise of your Snowsports instructors, you will be introduced to your equipment and the environment. You will learn the basic skills of staying upright, stopping, riding the surface lifts and perhaps start to change direction.
NZSki: One Day Child Starter Pack
The youth ski and snowboard program operates daily and is specifically designed for kids and teens, encouraging maximum participation, safety and fun. It's an excellent way to make new friends, improve skills and have a great day on the hill.This package features group lessons for kids and teens of similar age and ability level, full mountain lift pass and recreational equipment. Advanced bookings are unavailable, but as spaces fill up quickly we recommend you arrive early to ensure participation.
Your Accommodation: Blue Peaks Apartments
Blue Peaks Luxury Apartments, offer spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments just a 4 minute walk for all the excitement of central Queenstown. With a full kitchen, laundry and open plan living, the apartments are perfect for your Queenstown ski holiday.
Day 4: Enjoy a Queenstown icon – the Skyline gondola and luge
Skyline Gondola Queenstown and 3 Luge Rides
In the heart of Queenstown, located 450 metres above town in Ben Lomond Scenic Reserve is the Skyline Complex. Catch a gondola to the summit for awe-inspiring views and delicious local fare with view. Ride the fantastic luge tracks for the thrill of a lifetime.
Your Accommodation: Blue Peaks Apartments
Blue Peaks Luxury Apartments, offer spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments just a 4 minute walk for all the excitement of central Queenstown. With a full kitchen, laundry and open plan living, the apartments are perfect for your Queenstown ski holiday.
Take one last spin around Queenstown before returning your car to the airport.
If time allows sneak in a few more Queenstown sights or maybe take an early morning ride on the Skyline gondola before returning your rental car to the airport and catching your flight home.
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