Day 2

Today you'll fly to Milford Sound by helicopter and discover this World Heritage area's valleys, rivers and mountains from the air. Upon landing, you'll enjoy views of Mitre Peak before boarding a short boat transfer to Sandfly Point, the start of your luxury Milford Track walk. This 9km return hike to Giant's Gate Waterfall is one of the Milford Track's best day walks. Led by our experienced local guides, you will hike through the lush rainforest alongside the cascading Arthur River and past Lake Ada, with glimpses of Milford Sound along the way. You'll hear Giant's Gate Waterfall before you see it! With front-row seats from the swing bridge spanning the river, you will enjoy an alpine picnic by the waterfall before returning to your helicopter.

Your flight back to Blanket Bay will feature spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountain ranges. Back at the lodge, enjoy the hot tub or spa before meeting your host for sundowner drinks. End this day with a special dinner in the wine cave (subject to availability).

Included: B - L - D

Day 3

Led by local guides, today's hike is considered one of New Zealand's best day walks. This full-day journey to the Routeburn Flats will offer views of snow-capped mountains, ancient beech forests, waterfalls and river gorges. You'll have the chance to cross swing bridges and walk alongside the crystal clear waters of the Routeburn River before enjoying a picnic lunch in an idyllic alpine meadow (weather permitting). For the very fit, you may walk ahead to gain views over the Routeburn Valley from the steep trail up to Routeburn Falls*. As always, your guides will ensure you have a spectacular day on this Great Walks of NZ trail and return you to Blanket Bay Lodge in time for pre-dinner drinks and dinner.

* Due to bridge works the optional extension to Routeburn Falls will not be possible until late 2024

Included: B - L - D

Day 4

Earnslaw Burn is one of New Zealand's best-kept secrets. Accessed from Glenorchy and Queenstown, this spectacular alpine hike takes in a tussock-covered landscape with glacier-fed rivers and multiple waterfalls before reaching the striking Mount Earnslaw glacier. Your day starts with a 15-minute helicopter experience offering views of Dart River and the mountain ranges before landing in Mount Earnslaw basin. From here, your experienced guide will lead you on a two-hour walk along the valley past cascading waterfalls concluding at the glacier's base. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this beautiful setting before your helicopter whisks you back to Blanket Bay via a 1,000-metre ascent towards the icy blue glacier. Back at the lodge, your driver will have your bags loaded and ready for your transfer back to Queenstown or your onward journey.

B - L