Top New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours

Q: What are the best options for New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours are: Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour Wine Tasting Adventure Wanaka and Beyond 5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours are: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked New Zealand Tours. Top 10 New Zealand 2026 Senior-friendly tours New Zealand The best tours and activities for culture lovers in New Zealand Top Day Trips from New Zealand Things to do in New Zealand this summer View all New Zealand Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New Zealand?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in New Zealand are: New Zealand Luxury & Special Occasions New Zealand Luxury Tours New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing New Zealand Outdoor Activities New Zealand Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in New Zealand →

Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour

Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (74)

Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour

Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (74)

from
$62

Wine Tasting Adventure Wanaka and Beyond

Welcome to a Wine Lover's Paradise! Join us as we embark on a wine tasting - sightseeing adventure like no other visiting wineries around Wanaka …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

5.0 (42)

Wine Tasting Adventure Wanaka and Beyond

Welcome to a Wine Lover's Paradise! Join us as we embark on a wine tasting - sightseeing adventure like no other visiting wineries around Wanaka...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (42)

from
$224

5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (63)

5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (63)

from
$170

Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, …More

Wellington, New Zealand

5.0 (61)

Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (61)

from
$134

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.8 (212)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (212)

from
$112

Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour

This is your chance to photograph one of the most spectacular and majestic places on Earth; Queenstown and the Southern Lakes. This Half-Day Private Photography …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (17)

Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour

This is your chance to photograph one of the most spectacular and majestic places on Earth; Queenstown and the Southern Lakes. This Half-Day Private Photography...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (17)

from
$140

Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide

Go Beyond the Traditional Queenstown Wine Tour Escape Queenstown for an afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer, with …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.9 (21)

Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide

Go Beyond the Traditional Queenstown Wine Tour Escape Queenstown for an afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer, with...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (21)

from
$130

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (39)

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (39)

from
$217

Bay of Islands, Wine & Craft Beer Tour with Lunch

Bay of Islands Wine, Food & Craft Beer Experience Marsden Estate Winery & Vineyard Lunch Platter Your afternoon begins at Marsden Estate, one of Northland’s …More

Paihia, New Zealand

4.8 (37)

Bay of Islands, Wine & Craft Beer Tour with Lunch

Bay of Islands Wine, Food & Craft Beer Experience Marsden Estate Winery & Vineyard Lunch Platter Your afternoon begins at Marsden Estate, one of Northland’s...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (37)

from
$125

Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.9 (29)

Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (29)

from
$163

Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and the wild West Coast with an indigenous guide. Explore some of Auckland’s amazing volcanoes and …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (49)

Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and the wild West Coast with an indigenous guide. Explore some of Auckland’s amazing volcanoes and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (49)

from
$284

1.5h Waiheke Guided Scenic Tour in our Electric Van

Explore Waiheke in style in a private way with stops where you want for an artisan ice-cream or a stroll on the white sandy beach… …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (22)

1.5h Waiheke Guided Scenic Tour in our Electric Van

Explore Waiheke in style in a private way with stops where you want for an artisan ice-cream or a stroll on the white sandy beach…...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (22)

from
$79

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (74)

Sheep World Country Tour from Auckland

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (74)

from
$160

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out including Cruise, Wine Tour & Lunch

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out puts the Marlborough Sounds and Marlborough wine into one full day with The Original Marlborough Wine Tours. The morning is a …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.7 (24)

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out including Cruise, Wine Tour & Lunch

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out puts the Marlborough Sounds and Marlborough wine into one full day with The Original Marlborough Wine Tours. The morning is a...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (24)

from
$234

Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Experience New Zealand's cinematic and natural wonders in one incredible day. Begin with a pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through the Waikato region, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (31)

Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Experience New Zealand's cinematic and natural wonders in one incredible day. Begin with a pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through the Waikato region,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (31)

from
$244

Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (39)

Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (39)

from
$289

Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve

Escape the city and experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty on this relaxing scenic hiking tour featuring native forest walks, tranquil lakes, …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (23)

Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve

Escape the city and experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty on this relaxing scenic hiking tour featuring native forest walks, tranquil lakes,...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (23)

from
$68

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.5 (126)

Buried Village of Te Wairoa

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in...

45 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (126)

from
$15

Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.7 (73)

Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (73)

from
$51

Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.

See All the attractions that Auckland City has to offer on this private tour for 1 to 3 guests. Enjoy each other’s company as you …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (22)

Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.

See All the attractions that Auckland City has to offer on this private tour for 1 to 3 guests. Enjoy each other’s company as you...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

from
$653

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours Tours?

Which New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours have Free Cancellation?

New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup:

View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New Zealand?