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Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to...

5 hours 30 minutes
4.7 (3)
from
$164
Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$4,495
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$794
The Grape Vine

New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$684
Airport Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

Reliable Ground Transportation From the Airport Travel with confidence. Whether for business or leisure, our trusted airport transfer service ensures a smooth, safe, and stress-free …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Reliable Ground Transportation From the Airport Travel with confidence. Whether for business or leisure, our trusted airport transfer service ensures a smooth, safe, and stress-free...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$41
Queenstown Adventure Motorcycle Tour: Skippers Canyon & Glenorchy

A full-day guided adventure ride through Queenstown's iconic backcountry, gravel roads and off-road terrain. Ride with local guides and experience the South Island beyond the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

A full-day guided adventure ride through Queenstown's iconic backcountry, gravel roads and off-road terrain. Ride with local guides and experience the South Island beyond the...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$517
Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

Lowest Price, Multiple Payment Options, Professional Driver, Our 5 stars Google Ratings and Registered Company …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Lowest Price, Multiple Payment Options, Professional Driver, Our 5 stars Google Ratings and Registered Company...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$72
Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$782
4 Days, Milford Sound and Glaciers: From Christchurch

This sweeping four-day circuit showcases the absolute best of the South Island by seamlessly connecting dramatic alpine landscapes with premium guided transport. What makes it …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

This sweeping four-day circuit showcases the absolute best of the South Island by seamlessly connecting dramatic alpine landscapes with premium guided transport. What makes it...

4 days
5.0 (1)
from
$1,582
Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$12
Mitre Peak Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

Depart Milford Airport and track west along Milford Sound, climb alongside Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak for some great views of the sound and its …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

Depart Milford Airport and track west along Milford Sound, climb alongside Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak for some great views of the sound and its...

15 to 25 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$256
Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$1,000
City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

Fly over the city and explore Christchurch from new heights. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Fly over the city and explore Christchurch from new heights. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes....

45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$638
Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (2)
from
$181
Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene …More

Picton, New Zealand

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
3.4 (7)
from
$15
Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.3 (3)
from
$157
Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This...

4 days Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$1,668
Christchurch City Top Spots Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

A Half-Day Tour that satisfies all visitors to Christchurch. Recommended for travellers short on time and those eager to see the city’s top attractions. Discover …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

A Half-Day Tour that satisfies all visitors to Christchurch. Recommended for travellers short on time and those eager to see the city’s top attractions. Discover...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.8 (4)
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$105
Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$259
Queenstown: Luggage Storage close to The Station Building

Experience the freedom of exploring without the extra weighting in Queenstown. Our luggage storage service ensures your belongings are secure, allowing you to enjoy the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Experience the freedom of exploring without the extra weighting in Queenstown. Our luggage storage service ensures your belongings are secure, allowing you to enjoy the...

1 day Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$7

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