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PRIVATE: Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Flight - 50mins

We welcome you to discover the extraordinary Shackleton Glacier and the fascinating story of its namesake's Sir Ernest Shackleton and his legendary Antarctic expedition. This …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

We welcome you to discover the extraordinary Shackleton Glacier and the fascinating story of its namesake's Sir Ernest Shackleton and his legendary Antarctic expedition. This...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
from
$1,633
Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

You choose the trail you wish to Bike, and we pick you, and your group up for a Private Tour which we aim to be …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

You choose the trail you wish to Bike, and we pick you, and your group up for a Private Tour which we aim to be...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,136
Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Travel by late model Mercedes Vans via SH1 and reach the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch in less than 8 hours (or in reverse …More

Picton, New Zealand

Travel by late model Mercedes Vans via SH1 and reach the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch in less than 8 hours (or in reverse...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,544
Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier One-Way Transfer

Travel in style and in the comfort of a luxurious minivan with a one-way transfer from Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier (or in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Travel in style and in the comfort of a luxurious minivan with a one-way transfer from Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier (or in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,544
Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

Travel in a luxurious minivan with this tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt. Cook & Lake Tekapo, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Travel in a luxurious minivan with this tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt. Cook & Lake Tekapo, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$5,680
Waipara Valley Wine Region and Hanmer Springs All Day Tour

Embark on a luxurious escapade through the enchanting landscapes of the Waipara Valley Wine Region and the serene haven of Hanmer Springs with our exclusive …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Embark on a luxurious escapade through the enchanting landscapes of the Waipara Valley Wine Region and the serene haven of Hanmer Springs with our exclusive...

11 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,280
Private Tour Tekapo from Christchurch

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$738
Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave...

4 hours Free Cancellation
from
$3,399
World in a day

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
from
$2,870
Rakaia Glaciers

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn...

3 hours Free Cancellation
from
$2,082
3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to...

3 days
from
$1,041
5 Day Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch & Mt Cook: from Queenstown

A seamless South Island loop linking Queenstown, West Coast rainforests, the Canterbury Plains, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Travel via small-group coach and the iconic TranzAlpine …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

A seamless South Island loop linking Queenstown, West Coast rainforests, the Canterbury Plains, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Travel via small-group coach and the iconic TranzAlpine...

5 days
from
$1,611
4 Day/3 Night Queenstown Ski Package at Remarkables Ski Field

Welcome to Queenstown for your winter ski or snowboarding holiday. It’s not just the skiing that makes Queenstown a fantastic winter destination; there’s also the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Welcome to Queenstown for your winter ski or snowboarding holiday. It’s not just the skiing that makes Queenstown a fantastic winter destination; there’s also the...

4 days
from
$1,076
5 Day Queenstown Ski Tour - Remarkables Ski Field & Coronet Peak

• Package length 5 days / 4 nights • Accommodation style included is Hotel 3 star for 4 nights • You will need flights arriving …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

• Package length 5 days / 4 nights • Accommodation style included is Hotel 3 star for 4 nights • You will need flights arriving...

5 days
from
$1,386
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Christchurch to Queenstown

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Christchurch to Queenstown, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Christchurch to Queenstown, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,544
Customized South Island Tour

An intensive itinerary . Highlights of a diverse landscape and scenery with multi stops and photo opportunities . This itinerary can be done in the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

An intensive itinerary . Highlights of a diverse landscape and scenery with multi stops and photo opportunities . This itinerary can be done in the...

8 days
from
$8,800
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

We offer you the best and most affordable private, customized holiday tours in south island for family or small group up to five people. You …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

We offer you the best and most affordable private, customized holiday tours in south island for family or small group up to five people. You...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,380
Heli flight from Milford Sound to Te Anau via Doubtful Sound

Combine the magic of Fiordland's most popular Fiords into one flight. Departing from Milford Sound head in the direction of the world famous Milford Track …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

Combine the magic of Fiordland's most popular Fiords into one flight. Departing from Milford Sound head in the direction of the world famous Milford Track...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
from
$1,148
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic

The pinnacle of our flights east of Christchurch, this tour first sees you fly over the city centre to view the progress of the massive …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

The pinnacle of our flights east of Christchurch, this tour first sees you fly over the city centre to view the progress of the massive...

1 hour Free Cancellation
from
$710
Alpine Jet Boat Experience

New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, including intricate river systems and fast-flowing rapids. This tour takes you on an …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, including intricate river systems and fast-flowing rapids. This tour takes you on an...

3 hours Free Cancellation
from
$880

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