Why choose this Queenstown tour ?
Old Gold Trail, Arrowtown & Central Tour Tour
Gold Panning Included! Small group half day tour!
Travel by luxury vehicle with local guide while you follow in the footsteps of the incredible Gold Mining settlers who travelled to this region in search for Gold during the 1800’s. Join us on a journey like no other and discover the rich history from the famous Gold Rush era around Arrowtown and Central Otago. Touch and feel real Gold and take in a Gold Panning experience, you may even feel real Gold for yourself! This is where the past and present meet.
Sit back and relax as we take you on a journey of discovery with our unique Story Telling themed for the ultimate experience. Hear our stories hundreds of years old and be transported to a different time and place in our history. themed GPS headsets will bring your experience to life
Make the most of your Queenstown adventure
What makes Old Gold Trail Tour with Gold Panning a unique experience ?
Departing Queenstown your guide will make you feel welcome by starting to talk about some of the town’s rich history and you travel towards Arrowtown.
See the Famous Shotover River
Take a short walk through the historic mining settlement of Arrowtown
Travel through the Award Winning wine region of the Gibbston Valley Area.
Discover the incredible location of the Goldfields Mining Centre, located beside the famous Kawarau River. Here you will be able to pan for gold yourself in search for real gold. Take time to check out the old mining machinery and see how the early miners to our region lived during the gold rush era of the 1800’s.
Walk the historic area of Old Cromwell Town, listen to our unique GPS storytelling as you hear some of the old stories from this area.
Take in the breathtaking scenic drive through the Kawarau Gorge as we make our way into Central Otago
Take in a stop at Cromwell’s famous Mrs Jones Orchard, even take some fruit with you.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- THE OLD GOLD TRAIL
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Come and join us in comfort on an adventure like no other, the old gold trail where you take in the rich historic exploits. Sightseeing Redefined
Pickup included
Old Gold Trail Tour with Gold Panning Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Morning Tea Provided
- Professional Local guide with Commentary
- Luxury Vehicle for small group tour
- Unique History Story Telling by Multilingual Themed Headsets
- Gold Panning Included
- Plenty Photo Opportunities
Not Included
- Lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by QUEENSTOWN EXPEDITIONS.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 4 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Warm Clothing Layer
• Free Phone Number from NZ Mobile – 0800 477 479
