THE BEST culinary and foodie tours in South Island (Updated November 2026)

South Island, New Zealand

Check out the Top 10 South Island Food & Culinary Tours. Eat like a Local & Experience the Foodie Delights of South Island.

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CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

THIS IS A CRUISE SHIP ONLY TICKET. TRAVELERS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, PLEASE RING US DIRECTLY FOR BOOKINGS! - Hop on and off …More

THIS IS A CRUISE SHIP ONLY TICKET. TRAVELERS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, PLEASE RING US DIRECTLY FOR BOOKINGS! - Hop on and off...

4 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Jimmy’s Classic Marlborough Wine tours

Marlborough’s wines are treasures that have only come to light in a relatively short space of time. Jimmy has worked in the Marlborough wine industry …More

Marlborough’s wines are treasures that have only come to light in a relatively short space of time. Jimmy has worked in the Marlborough wine industry...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$224
Full Day Tour of the Sights and Tastes of the West Coast

This tour gives you the chance to relax and enjoy the sights and tastes along our route through the Grey and Buller districts, although a …More

This tour gives you the chance to relax and enjoy the sights and tastes along our route through the Grey and Buller districts, although a...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$195
Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour

This iconic experience includes a visit within New Zealand's largest wine cave. Informative and fun, this is a must-do activity to gain a true understanding …More

This iconic experience includes a visit within New Zealand's largest wine cave. Informative and fun, this is a must-do activity to gain a true understanding...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$16
Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines

Discover the essence of Marlborough with a premier experience designed for discerning wine lovers. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Cloudy Bay’s prestigious …More

Discover the essence of Marlborough with a premier experience designed for discerning wine lovers. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Cloudy Bay’s prestigious...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$349
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Region Bike Hire

Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure …More

Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$37
Morning Guided with Afternoon Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour

If you are looking for a guided experience of the Marlborough Wine region but also want to do a bit of exploring on your own …More

If you are looking for a guided experience of the Marlborough Wine region but also want to do a bit of exploring on your own...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$129
Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

The deluxe guided biking wine tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim …More

The deluxe guided biking wine tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$344
Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride

The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers …More

The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$60
Gibbston Valley Winery Ride by E-Bike — Self- Guided with Shuttle

1. Shuttle pickup in Queenstown or Frankton (see stops below) 2. Trail briefing and e-bike set-up at Arrow Junction 3. Ride the Arrow River Bridges …More

1. Shuttle pickup in Queenstown or Frankton (see stops below) 2. Trail briefing and e-bike set-up at Arrow Junction 3. Ride the Arrow River Bridges...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$102
Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

Discover the relaxed side of Marlborough wine touring with a fun and friendly experience designed for “sippers” who simply want to enjoy great wines, beautiful …More

Discover the relaxed side of Marlborough wine touring with a fun and friendly experience designed for “sippers” who simply want to enjoy great wines, beautiful...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$103
Queenstown Wine Tour

Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley. Visit four of the …More

Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley. Visit four of the...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Gibbston's Vineyards

The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day. …More

The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day....

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$66
Bike The Wineries (1/2 Day) - Quick Pedal to Pinot

Short on time but still want to experience the best of Queenstown’s wine country? What you'll do ✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to The Church Cellar …More

Short on time but still want to experience the best of Queenstown’s wine country? What you'll do ✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to The Church Cellar...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$60
Guided eBike Wine Tour Ride to the Vines

Ride first - Drink after. 3-hour eBike ride traversing some of the most beautiful countrysides in New Zealand with 2 hours wine tasting in 2 …More

Ride first - Drink after. 3-hour eBike ride traversing some of the most beautiful countrysides in New Zealand with 2 hours wine tasting in 2...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
Private Marlborough Winery Tour

Let our winemaker tailor a Marlborough wine tour especially for you or your group’s needs… or let us surprise you with something special! You decide …More

Let our winemaker tailor a Marlborough wine tour especially for you or your group’s needs… or let us surprise you with something special! You decide...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$487
Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel

Enjoy chef-prepared cuisine while taking in the breathtaking landscapes and local wildlife of Milford Sound. With a boutique atmosphere the Fiordland Jewel was designed specifically …More

Enjoy chef-prepared cuisine while taking in the breathtaking landscapes and local wildlife of Milford Sound. With a boutique atmosphere the Fiordland Jewel was designed specifically...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$198
Marlborough Classic Wine Tasting Tour.

Travel in a comfortable van, watch the beautiful countryside go by as we drive from location to location. Sample 4 different local wines at either …More

Travel in a comfortable van, watch the beautiful countryside go by as we drive from location to location. Sample 4 different local wines at either...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$109
Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour

Join us for a relaxed informative 45 minute tour of the vineyard, winery and wine cave. Visit Home Block, the region's oldest vineyard, step into …More

Join us for a relaxed informative 45 minute tour of the vineyard, winery and wine cave. Visit Home Block, the region's oldest vineyard, step into...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$28
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

Explore the enchanting Waipara Valley, renowned for its boutique wineries and breathtaking landscapes. This 5-6 hour winery tour invites you to taste award-winning wines, learn …More

Explore the enchanting Waipara Valley, renowned for its boutique wineries and breathtaking landscapes. This 5-6 hour winery tour invites you to taste award-winning wines, learn...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$172
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