Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in South Island (Updated 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
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Private Transport option with a flexible itinerary to suit your interests - SEE THE BEST SPOTS OF YOUR CHOOSING! …More

Private Transport option with a flexible itinerary to suit your interests - SEE THE BEST SPOTS OF YOUR CHOOSING!...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky …More

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$171
Queenstown Trails E-Bike Rental with Shuttle Service

Explore the stunning Queenstown Trails with this convenient e-bike rental and shuttle service. Perfect for families and adventure seekers, ride approximately 38km from Kinross Winery …More

Explore the stunning Queenstown Trails with this convenient e-bike rental and shuttle service. Perfect for families and adventure seekers, ride approximately 38km from Kinross Winery...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour

Discover New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a full-day tour from Invercargill to Dunedin. Traverse the stunning Catlins region, where ancient forests meet dramatic coastlines. …More

Discover New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a full-day tour from Invercargill to Dunedin. Traverse the stunning Catlins region, where ancient forests meet dramatic coastlines....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Queenstown to Christchurch One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Enjoying the scenic views between Queenstown and Christchurch and with a fully guided, adventure-filled journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps. Embark …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Enjoying the scenic views between Queenstown and Christchurch and with a fully guided, adventure-filled journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps. Embark...

13 hours Free Cancellation
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$400
Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer

Traveling from Invercargill to Te Anau offers a scenic adventure through New Zealand's stunning Southland region. This small group transfer by Cheeky Kiwi Travel ensures …More

Traveling from Invercargill to Te Anau offers a scenic adventure through New Zealand's stunning Southland region. This small group transfer by Cheeky Kiwi Travel ensures...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Te Anau to Queenstown via Milford Sound Tour with Cruise & Lunch

Explore the stunning landscapes of Fiordland National Park on this premium small group tour from Te Anau to Queenstown, featuring a boutique cruise on Milford …More

Explore the stunning landscapes of Fiordland National Park on this premium small group tour from Te Anau to Queenstown, featuring a boutique cruise on Milford...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring …More

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return

Christchurch to Akaroa: A Scenic Escape Journey from Christchurch to Akaroa through breathtaking landscapes, rolling hills, and stunning coastal views. Explore Akaroa’s French charm, vibrant …More

Christchurch to Akaroa: A Scenic Escape Journey from Christchurch to Akaroa through breathtaking landscapes, rolling hills, and stunning coastal views. Explore Akaroa’s French charm, vibrant...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little …More

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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Twin Glacier Fox and Franz, Snow Landing (allow 30 mins - departing Fox Glacier)

Twin Glacier Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes) This flight gives you the opportunity to discover the scenic wonders …More

Twin Glacier Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes) This flight gives you the opportunity to discover the scenic wonders...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have …More

Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have...

1 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour

You can see the best highlights of Christchurch in one day with great, exciting stories. We will take you to the “MUST SEE” attractions, landscapes, …More

You can see the best highlights of Christchurch in one day with great, exciting stories. We will take you to the “MUST SEE” attractions, landscapes,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Excursion: Scenic and Seascape Delights from Picton

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats.  …More

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats. ...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$169
Private Central Otago Wine tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch.

Our Taste Of Central Tour presents a chance for a remarkable tasting adventure. This tour is designed to discover three subregions of Central Otago, providing …More

Our Taste Of Central Tour presents a chance for a remarkable tasting adventure. This tour is designed to discover three subregions of Central Otago, providing...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

An experienced local chauffeur/guide will take you on an exciting wine and gourmet experience on this private, full-day tour from Blenheim. You will enjoy stunning scenic …More

An experienced local chauffeur/guide will take you on an exciting wine and gourmet experience on this private, full-day tour from Blenheim. You will enjoy stunning scenic...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Mt Cook Day Tour From Tekapo (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)

At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. Located in the heart of the ruggedly beautiful Mackenzie District, it was first summited …More

At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. Located in the heart of the ruggedly beautiful Mackenzie District, it was first summited...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Fox Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)

Fox Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Fox glacier town Heliport to the top of the Fox Glacier icefall and land …More

Fox Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Fox glacier town Heliport to the top of the Fox Glacier icefall and land...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
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Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook - Two Day Private Tour

This 2 day journey will take you across the wide expanse of the Canterbury plains, through the high country and past Lake Tekapo arriving at …More

This 2 day journey will take you across the wide expanse of the Canterbury plains, through the high country and past Lake Tekapo arriving at...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Hanmer Springs Private Day Tour Including Hot Pool & Wine Tasting

Discover Hanmer Springs on a private day tour from Christchurch including a visit to the Thermal Pools and wine tasting. Upgrade to include a thrilling jet …More

Discover Hanmer Springs on a private day tour from Christchurch including a visit to the Thermal Pools and wine tasting. Upgrade to include a thrilling jet...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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