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TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown provided by Real Journeys
TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown
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What you can expect during this experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
- Hand sanitizer available to travellers and staff
Updated 20-08-03 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Updated 20-08-03 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Overview
This steamship cruise takes passengers across scenic Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS “Earnslaw.” This vintage vessel lets you relax while soaking up the views en route to the Walter Peak High Country Farm. You can even step foot in the engine room and watch the stokers in action. Tours depart daily from the Queenstown waterfront.
Itinerary
- You'll start atReal Journeys Visitor Centre88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9197, New ZealandSee address & details
- Pass byLake Wakatipu
- You'll end atReal Journeys Visitor Centre88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9197, New ZealandSee address & details
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Highlights
- TSS “Earnslaw” cruise across Lake Wakatipu
- Relax aboard Queenstown’s iconic vintage steamship
- Explore the decks or visit the engine room
- Snacks and drinks are available to purchase from the cafe
Important Information
Departure Point
Real Journeys Visitor Centre, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9197, New Zealand
Duration
1h 30m
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travellers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Just do it. I did the dinner cruise a while ago so went with the 90 minute cruise to Walter Peak station and back. It was a stunning day and very hot so the lake breeze and a couple of glasses of wine really helped. The Earnslaw and it's size and the ability to see how a…
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Date of experience: January 2021
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This was a grear experience. Would highly recommend jumping on board and going for the cruise. We didn't get off for the gourmet bbq, which meant we had the boat almost to ourselves on the way back - bliss! Great, friendly staff.
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Date of experience: November 2020
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A great trip up the lake to Walterpeak Really enjoyed the BBQ Lunch and a walk around the local area . Smove cruise
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Taking the TSS Earnslaw to the Walter Peak station was rather a unique surprise. From boarding to the trip and the visit to the farm, I cannot fault the operation. It is certainly worth looking into NZ history.
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Date of experience: July 2020
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What a lovely surprise. So glad we went on this adventure. Queenstown itself is beautiful but seeing it from across the water and the surrounds is even better. We went on TSS Earnslaw with the family...parents, siblings, and school/preschool aged kids... what a memorable time…
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Date of experience: August 2020
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By: Real Journeys
FyingKiwi
00Memorable
The bus driver who acted as tour guide for overland section of the trip stated at the end of the day that his wish …
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Luvinspoonful
00Old fashioned hospitality + gourmet bbq = a grand ole time!
Grand experience for all ages and stages. Check out the engines, watch them in action, sip a wine on board! Walter …
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Bonza192
00Magnificent Milford Mariner
This was my first time into Milford and what a magnificent way to do it. Took our teenage girls and went overnight…
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miniandco
00A Great Experience, highly recommend.
My husband and I always wanted to do this trip, so when we noticed that there was a deal on, we booked up. This is…
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DanfromNZ
00Great way to have a relaxed afternoon
My partner and I went on the Earnslaw and tacked on the Farm Experience. Real Journeys run a smooth operation. We e…
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Rachieonstage
00A breathtaking experience!
We'd been recommended by numerous people to go and experience the Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise - and we are so g…
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js24uk
00Fab trip, must do
Absolutely fab trip. Rooms good, staff great, experience breathtaking. Lots of fun. Food good. Kayaking good, tende…
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michaelabake97
00Amazing trip
We got an amazing deal with real journey for the overnight cruise paid $220 for a standard room in a cabin with 3 o…
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thethreeofus41
00A Bucket List trip done to perfection
This company apparently recently decided that they would add a 2 night trip to their Wanderer itinerary and it is …
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KarenR5589
00Milford Mariner amongst the best
Loved every minute, scenery was amazing and particularly loved the commentary along the way, this was so informativ…
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Jane442244
00Poor condition of donkeys at Walter Peak
Everything was wonderful, except the Donkeys... they needed some love and a brush (thick tufts of winter fur all ov…
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Excursion13571413947
00Very special experience..spectacular place and value.
A very special experience, spectacular trip, place and value. So much packed into 24hrs, yet relaxing; spectacular…
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eleanors1041
00TSS Earnslaw cruise and bbq at Walter's Peak
Wow wow wow spectacular boat trip and the food was devine. Waiting staff waved to everyone as we docked..love it
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Theycallmyname
00Fantastic Trip.
We were made to feel welcome right from the start of the get go. All the staff were extremely friendly and very kno…
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Emma W
00Put this on your must do list
You pay a premium price but you get a premium experience. There are many parts to the trip and when you add them al…
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Frequently Asked Questions about TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown
How much is TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown?
TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown price starts from C$65.80. Discover and book TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
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TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
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