8D7N New Zealand Experience

CREATORS OF SOCIAL SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIPS
FOR SINGAPOREANS SINCE 2015

KIA ORA! The Ride Side's ski & snowboard community is heading back to the much loved mountains in the southern alps. We've been traveling here since 2015, and we want to show you the best spots on the mountains - The Ride Side way!
THE RIDE SIDE HOSTED TRIP
THE RIDE SIDE x AIR NEW ZEALAND EXCLUSIVE

10% FLIGHT DISCOUNTS ONLY WITH THE RIDE SIDE TRIP BOOKINGS! Flight prices are excluded in the trip package, bookable separately!

7 NIGHTS TWIN SHARE LAKESIDE LIVING

Twin share options in 3 bedroom apartments within Queenstown CBD

SOCIAL TRAVEL, THE RIDE SIDE WAY

Join fellow skiers and snowboarders from Singapore to explore the mountains of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardrona in one week. Solo travelers welcomed!

DEDICATED TRAVEL HOSTS, ON & OFF THE SLOPES

Experience The Ride Side difference with a team of dedicated travel hosts showing you around on and off the slopes. Trusted and loved by thousands of travelers since 2015! Come experience the convenience, stoke and expertise we offer on the slopes!

5 DAY LIFT PASS FOR 2 MOUNTAINS

5 Day non-consecutive lift pass access to The Remarkables and Coronet Peak. Option to head over to Cardrona on free & easy day.

3 DAY SKI/ SNOWBOARD LESSON PROGRAM

Optional: 3 Day ski & snowboard lessons for beginners at Coronet Peak, including lift passes and rental equipment!

DAILY PRIVATE CHARTER TO SKI RESORTS

Daily private charter to ski resorts of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables with a day trip option to Cardrona.

RESERVATIONS AT OUR FAVOURITE DINING SPOTS

Beat the queues with dinner reservations planned at our favourite dining spots in Queesntown and Wanaka!

AIRPORT TRANSFER DIRECT TO DOORSTEP

Private return trip airport transfers from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) directly to your lakeside apartments! No lugging of luggages around!

OTHER PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

FULLY HOSTED PACKAGES

8D7N HOSTED EXPERIENCE

 S$2,290

8D7N HOSTED BEGINNER CAMP

 S$2,590

Queenstown Highlights

Best of South Island Ski Resorts

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Coronet Peak

Coronet peak is the closest resort to town and the most convenient to get to. It has a good balance of beginner to advanced terrain, the perfect resort to start your trip with

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Remarkables

You won’t want to be anywhere else on a pow day! Being in a valley, The Remarkables is shielded from harsh wind and sun, offering amazing ski conditions, especially when its dumping

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Cardrona

Cardrona boasts some of NZ’s best on-piste terrain and world class terrain park with progressions for all levels. Coupled with top notch resort facilities, Cardrona is always at the top of your to go list.

Located in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world

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Take to the skies

Bungee jump off the bridge, plane, or mountain, there's a whole list of extreme and adventure sports you can do.

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Famous Restaurants & Bars

Queue for the world's famous Fergburger joint, or wine and dine by the lake, there's not shortage of options

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Relax by the Lakeside

Take a rest day to relax by the lakeside, there is a whole lot of hiking or wineries you can visit!

Accomodation Highlights

 Beautiful lakeside luxury apartments.

Your accommodation in Queenstown will be 3 bedroom luxury apartments with stunning lakeside views.

Each apartment comes with a choice between twin or king rooms, a living area, a fully equipped kitchen and free WIFI. 

 From under floor heating to grand fireplaces, every room has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of Queenstown’s serene surroundings.

Spacious apartment living
Views over Queenstown Lake
Private Balcony with BBQ pits
Beautiful, modern rooms with underfloor heating
Full kitchen amenities
Comfortable, hot showers

Availability

Hosted Trip

Week 1: 30 JULY - 6 AUGUST 2023
SOLD OUT
Week 2: 6 - 13 AUGUST 2023
SOLD OUT

Pricing

Single Bed in Twin Share

In 3 Bedroom Apartment
$2,290/pax

Bed Share in King Bedroom (1 pax)

In 3 Bedroom Apartment
$2,290/ pax

NZ Itinerary

[For hosted trips] What do expect on and off slopes!

Arrive at Queenstown International Airport (ZQN), gather at the designated meeting point in the airport and we’ll head to our accomodation as a group in our dedicated airport shuttle bus. Check-in, meet the crew for the week and get cosy as we brief you on NZ’s ski areas and attractions. You may also wish to head to the lake and soak in Queenstown’s amazing views!

Airport Shuttle Pick-up Schedule:

  • Every Sunday: 3pm & 6pm (Duration: 20mins)

Flight recommendation:

  •  To arrive at Queenstown Airport between 12-5pm on Sunday

*if your flight timings are outside these timings, please inform us so we can arrange a special shuttle for you to the apartment

Your week in NZ will comprise 4 days on the mountains and 2 free & easy days.

Day 2: The Remarkables
Day 3: Coronet Peak
Day 4: Free & easy (Optional trip to Cardrona)
Day 5: The Remarkables
Day 6: Coronet Peak
Day 7: Group to pick your resort of choice!

  • Each morning, our team will check weather conditions and decide on the ideal ski area for the day. Ski resorts include Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Cardrona. The riding ability of each guest will also be assessed & we will advise you on the best runs to take on for the most fun in each resort.
  • At the resorts, optional lunch meeting points will be set daily for those who wish to check out the best lunch spots in the resort. The hardcore riders are free to shred through lunch.
  • Throughout the week, we will be providing mountain orientation on-piste, in the side country as well as find powder stashes in the backcountry, for those who are up for an adventurous time! You will also get the chance to hit all of the resort’s famed freestyle terrain parks.
  • At the end of each day, dinner is free & easy. You will have the option of dining out at a wide selection of restaurants and bars in Queenstown, or cooking in your apartment, all with fully equipped kitchens. Supermarkets are conveniently located around Queenstown to get all your grocery needs.
  • On the free & easy days, you’ll have the option to head into Queenstown city to check out the scene, go for a hike around the lake or nature trails or request to head back up the mountain for more days on snow!

Before you know it, Sunday would have come again and it’s time to say goodbye. Enjoy your final day in Queenstown, bid farewell to friends new & old and you’ll make your way to your next destination. We will be leaving together on the airport shuttle bus to Queenstwon International Airport. 

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Airport Shuttle Pick-up schedule*:

  • Every Sunday: 10am (Duration: 20 mins)

Flight recommendation:

  •  To depart Queenstown Airport after 12pm on Sunday

Interested to be a host in NZ?

Keen on a longer adventure in NZ? If you’ve got what it takes to be a host with us, there will be a possibility of extending your trip as a ‘Host’ for 2 weeks (30 Jul – 13 Aug 2023).

Click the button below to view host requirement details .

THE RIDE SIDE x AIR NEW ZEALAND EXCLUSIVE​

10% off SIN-ZQN return fares, all classes

Promo code: NZWINTER

For first 100 bookings only.
Travel Period: 20JUL-20AUG23

Terms & Conditions

  • Offer applies to return bookings purchased from airnz.com.sg.
  • Offer is valid for sale on 17APR – 14MAY23.
  • Travel must completed by 20AUG23.
  • Only one promo code per purchase is permitted.
  • Promo code discount applies to the base fare only and does not apply to fuel surcharge, government fees and taxes.
  • If a promo code booking is purchased and subsequently changed to travel outside the stated promo travel period a new fare will need to be purchased at the applicable fare level available.
  • All rules and terms and conditions of fare type purchased will apply.
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