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RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise

Highlights

Unique cruise Queenstown’s on-board NZ's iconic steamship
Witness breathtaking alpine scenery
Visit the engine room and historic museum on-board
Food and drink available to purchase from onboard bar and cafe

Cruising beautiful Lake Wakatipu aboard Queenstown’s iconic steamship - the TSS Earnslaw is undoubtedly one of Queenstown’s must-do activities.

Like stepping into a postcard, you’ll be spellbound by the magic and grandeur of the “Lady of the Lake” as she showcases the best of Queenstown’s stunning scenic beauty.

Take in the breath-taking alpine views from the unique TSS Earnslaw as the leisurely 90 minute cruise takes you across the lake to picturesque Walter Peak High Country Farm and back again.

While underway you can visit the engine room, watch the stokers in action, view the collection of historical photos in the onboard mini museum or sing-along with the ship's pianist. Wine, beer, beverages and snacks can be purchased from the onboard Promenade Cafe and Bar.

Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw has wowed many thousands of tourists, including many illustrious guests such as Queen Elizabeth and President Bill Clinton to name just a few.

With something for everyone you will be sure to love this breath-taking trip on Queenstown’s own iconic steamship - it’s truly an experience not to be missed.

Adult $109.00

Child $55.00 (5 - 15 years)

Infant $0.00 (0- 4 years)

What's included

1 hour 30 minute cruise

Location

Notes

Duration: 1hr 30mins (passengers do NOT disembark at Walter Peak)
Departures: Various departures daily from the RealNZ Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown.
Multiple daily departure times (change dependant on season)
Check In: Please check in a minimum of 20 minutes prior to departure.
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or special.

Available Bookings from 23 Dec to 5 Jan 2025

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Patrick McDonagh from Australia wrote on 18 April 2023

TSS Earnslaw

We’ve been to Queenstown many times and we always take a trip on the TSS Earnslaw - whatever the weather it’s always stunning!

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kingswood from New Zealand wrote on 15 February 2023

Great Experience and well worth doing

Great Experience and well worth doing, just being able to walk around the boat and see the steam engine in action and the poor man shoveling the coal into the burner in that heat what a job to have, plus the museum with great photos and history enfo aboard, it is something I'll always remember and suggest people do going there. Only bummer was when getting to the historic house we didn't know about being able to stay and have a BBQ buffet at the house if had purchased the ticket for it. not sure if was noted on the bookme sight or i missed it but still cant find a option for purchase on here with meal, but I would still differently do again if go back to Queenstown

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karen from New Zealand wrote on 28 October 2022

Cruze the lake

Lovely day down the lake. Plenty of seating options.

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Sarah from New Zealand wrote on 04 April 2022

Average

Quite underwhelming for the price.

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Shaanah from New Zealand wrote on 19 November 2024

Great Piece of NZ History

Thoroughly enjoyed our trip with the kids on the TTS Earnslaw. Next time we would love to do the farm tour & BBQ dinner option. We checked out the steam engine viewing platform & mini museum at the front of the ship - we didn’t know this existed until this time around, as we spent most of the journey out on the front of the ship last time. Take a jacket as it can get quite breezy on the lake.

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