The skiing equipement is included on price ? If yes, which equipement ?

Ski & snowboard equipment is available for hire in Queenstown.

What are the costs for ski hire gear and ski passes?

Ski passes and equipment hire details: 3-day ski lift passes included. Ski & snowboard equipment hire costs approximately $45. Clothing and accessories $59, Clothing only $35, accessories only $29, everything bundle $99 (in NZD). Beginner lessons available. Access to 3 slopes: Cardrona, the Remarkables & Coronet Peak.

Are we eligible for this Contiki tour? Our birthdates are from 1986 and 1984.

We unfortunately can't accept you on this trip as we adhere to our 18-35 age group policy. We recommend checking out AAT King's trips which are open age.

Do we get to visit anywhere else other than Queenstown?

This trip is the ultimate ski adventure in New Zealand. There is no better place to spend your time other than Queenstown.

Do I have to be an experienced skier to do this tour?

All levels of skiing are welcome on this tour, there are classes to suit the beginner, intermediate and advanced level, skiers.

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US $995 per person

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
High Intensity: Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 25
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation and gear sorting at accommodation
- Queenstown nightlife experience
Optional Activities
- Ski equipment hire from local store
Landmarks
Queenstown
Day 2
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Skiing at Cardrona Alpine Resort
- Dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks
Cardrona Alpine Resort
Day 3
Queenstown - The Remarkables
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Skiing at The Remarkables
- Private transfer to and from ski field
Landmarks
The Remarkables
Burton Stash
Day 4
Queenstown
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private transfer to and from ski fields
Optional Activities
- Bungy jump from the Ledge at Skyline restaurant (NZ$195, includes T-shirt)
- NZone Tandem Skydive from 9,000 ft over Lake Wakatipu and Remarkables Mountain Range (from NZ$339, video/photos extra)
- Visit Ice Bar for virtual Arctic experience
- Free time to explore Queenstown and socialise
Landmarks
Skyline Restaurant
Lake Wakatipu
Remarkables Mountain Range
Bob's Peak
Day 5
Queenstown
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private transfer to and from ski fields
Optional Activities
- Skiing at Queenstown ski fields
- Hiking up Tiki trail
- Visit famous Fergburger restaurant
- Day trip to Milford Sound
- Free time to explore Queenstown
Landmarks
Tiki Trail
Milford Sound
Day 6
Queenstown
Meals
Dinner (Final group dinner at Skyline restaurant with panoramic views of Queenstown and wine service)
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Skiing at Coronet Peak ski resort
- Private transfer to and from ski fields
- Final dinner at Skyline restaurant with gondola access
Landmarks
Coronet Peak
Lake Wakatipu
Skyline Restaurant
Day 7
Queenstown
Landmarks
Queenstown (Tāhuna)

Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Cardrona Alpine Resort

Landmarks
The Remarkables
Burton Stash

Landmarks
Skyline Restaurant
Lake Wakatipu
Remarkables Mountain Range
Bob's Peak

Landmarks
Tiki Trail
Milford Sound

Landmarks
Coronet Peak
Lake Wakatipu
Skyline Restaurant

Landmarks
Queenstown (Tāhuna)

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Nomads Hostel (or similar)
Hotel
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Gabriele
March 25th, 2026
Was truly amazing, especially thanks to the lovely company of both the contiki crew and the group
Nigel
March 10th, 2024
Great experience for this tour.. would rate this as 5stars.. made new friends along the way

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Rick
Asked on February 24th, 2024
The skiing equipement is included on price ? If yes, which equipement ?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2024
  Ski & snowboard equipment is available for hire in Queenstown.
M
Megan
Asked on June 2nd, 2023
What are the costs for ski hire gear and ski passes?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2023
  Ski passes and equipment hire details: 3-day ski lift passes included. Ski & snowboard equipment hire costs approximately $45. Clothing and accessories $59, Clothing only $35, accessories only $29, everything bundle $99 (in NZD). Beginner lessons available. Access to 3 slopes: Cardrona, the Remarkables & Coronet Peak.
- M
  Megan
  Traveler•Written June 2023
  Does the clothing include ski goggles pants and a jacket?
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2023
  We can't hire goggles but pants and jackets can be hired.
- M
  Megan
  Traveler•Written June 2023
  Are gloves included in clothing hire?
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2023
  Gloves don't usually get hired out so you should bring your own pair.
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Tracy
Asked on April 25th, 2022
Are we eligible for this Contiki tour? Our birthdates are from 1986 and 1984.
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2022
  We unfortunately can't accept you on this trip as we adhere to our 18-35 age group policy. We recommend checking out AAT King's trips which are open age.
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Hannah
Asked on January 8th, 2019
Do we get to visit anywhere else other than Queenstown?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2019
  This trip is the ultimate ski adventure in New Zealand. There is no better place to spend your time other than Queenstown.
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Lynda
Asked on January 8th, 2019
Do I have to be an experienced skier to do this tour?
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2019
  All levels of skiing are welcome on this tour, there are classes to suit the beginner, intermediate and advanced level, skiers.

From

$1,361

-27%

US $995 per person

+ $353 Ski New Zealand Plus 3 day Pass

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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