A week in Queenstown is perfect to really take in everything this town has to offer and explore some of the surroundings. With 7 days at your disposal, you'll be able to take it easy in Queenstown or, if you prefer your holiday to be packed, you can squeeze in a few more hikes and activities.

To truly experience Queenstown, New Zealand, most travelers find that 4 to 5 days is the ideal duration. As the "Adventure Capital of the World," the town offers a dense concentration of activities that require time to navigate. A 5-day itinerary allows you one full day for a "must-do" day trip to Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound (which involves 8–10 hours of travel), one day for high-adrenaline activities like bungy jumping or jet boating, and another day for exploring the world-class wineries in the Gibbston Valley or the historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown. Having a few extra days also provides a "weather buffer," as many of the best experiences—such as skydiving or scenic helicopter flights over the Remarkables—are weather-dependent and frequently rescheduled. If you are a keen hiker or skier, you could easily extend your stay to 7 days to take advantage of the Great Walks or the nearby ski fields like Coronet Peak and The Remarkables without feeling rushed by a frantic sightseeing schedule.