Travel Through Time on the TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch
Take a moment to visit yesteryear with a quintessential Kiwi experience: a delicious gourmet BBQ buffet meal and a farm demonstration in a stunning lakeside setting. Hop aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Whakatipu to spend a while at Queenstown’s fine dining destination, Walter Peak High Country Farm. Indulge in delicious local produce with a seasonal menu, overlooking Lake Whakatipu and Queenstown’s alpine scenery. Take a moment to smell the tulips, daffodils and spring flowers as you explore the manicured gardens before heading back to Queenstown.
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (5–15) or one adult (16+)
- Return scenic cruise from Queenstown to Walter Peak onboard the historic TSS Earnslaw Vintage Steamship
- Gourmet barbecue lunch or dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant
- Farm demonstration at Walter Peak High Country Farm
- Available every day: See Booking Calendar for departure times
Sample Menu Highlights
- Focaccia, rosemary and flaky sea salt
- Antipasti: New Zealand cheeses, spicy marinated mixed olives, semi-dried tomatoes, artichoke in sunflower oil & herbs, pickled green pimento chilli, roasted red capsicum
- Bok choy, edamame beans, broccolini, spring onion, confit garlic, miso dressing
- Outdoor Grill: Whole chicken, Cardrona Merino lamb, Canterbury pork, Southland beef, and Zamora local sausages
- Farfalle pasta, basil pesto, walnuts, edamame beans, roasted butternut squash, pumpkin seeds, semi-dried tomatoes, smoked cheddar cheese
- Roasted spring carrot salad, goat cheese curd, currants, za’atar spices, coriander, orange blossom dressing
- Orecchiette pasta salad, burrata, rocket leaves, snow peas, sundried tomato pesto
- Walter Peak sticky date pudding
- Citrus & vanilla pavlova, passionfruit cream, pistachio crumbs
*Menu is subject to change. Images and descriptions are provided as examples only
Pricing & availability
Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown, QTWN
Things to know
- Bookings essential via email reservations@realnz.com quoting your voucher number
- Book early to secure your desired date and time. Bookings are valid only during the time period you have selected at time of purchase – please make your selection carefully
- Present printed or smartphone purchase/booking confirmation on arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 1 day before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to bookings
24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
Every day
Important:
- Exclusions: Drinks, hotel transfers, and optional gratuities
- Set menu restrictions apply. Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to the vendor(s)
- Please note: Bookings are not valid on Christmas Day
- Please note: Tours do not operate from 18 May – 28 June 2026 for vessel maintenance
- Departure Point: RealNZ Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand. Please meet in front of the TSS Earnslaw, Steamer Wharf Dock
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
- Dietary requirements can be accommodated with minimum 48 hours’ prior notice. Please advise at the time of booking
- Menu is seasonal and subject to change based on chef’s discretion and seasonal availability. Images and sample menu have been provided as examples only
- Valid for dine-in only
- A licensed bar and cafe are available onboard the TSS Earnslaw with drinks available for purchase, payable directly to vendor
- Cruise time from Steamer Wharf to Walter Peak is approximately 45 minutes each way
- Please allow up to four hours for this experience, including travel time
Terms & Conditions:
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request. RealNZ abides by the RSA regulations and has the right to enforce them
- Child rate applies for children aged 5–15. Children aged 4 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian aged 18+
- Cruises are weather dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled at the discretion of RealNZ for passenger and crew safety
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Vessel is subject to change depending on availability
- Late arrivals and no-shows void offer
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
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