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Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

Leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to take the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland's Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to take the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland's Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour from Wellington

Embark on a delightful, guided journey through Wairarapa's culinary wonders, complete with local cheeses, exquisite chocolates, and premium wines. This 5-hour round trip takes you …More

Wellington, New Zealand

Embark on a delightful, guided journey through Wairarapa's culinary wonders, complete with local cheeses, exquisite chocolates, and premium wines. This 5-hour round trip takes you...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital …More

Wellington, New Zealand

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (250)
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$105
Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

Afternoon wine tour with a lunch stop. A great option for people who desire the expert knowledge and connections that a winemaker tour guide can …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

Afternoon wine tour with a lunch stop. A great option for people who desire the expert knowledge and connections that a winemaker tour guide can...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (113)
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$119
Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours. Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia, …More

Paihia, New Zealand

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours. Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia,...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (69)
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$62
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery and …More

Picton, New Zealand

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (140)
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$99
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity …More

Paihia, New Zealand

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (254)
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$102
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise. With a complimentary tasting of local wine …More

Picton, New Zealand

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise. With a complimentary tasting of local wine...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (132)
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$85
Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

For those who prefer a leisurely afternoon, this private wine tour is the perfect way to explore the best of Central Otago’s boutique wineries without …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

For those who prefer a leisurely afternoon, this private wine tour is the perfect way to explore the best of Central Otago’s boutique wineries without...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$156
Guided eBike Tour 'Ride to the Sky'

Ride to the Sky is a flagship tour through exclusive locations on specially built eBike track. Ride on premium Full suspension e-bike (pedal assisted) to …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Ride to the Sky is a flagship tour through exclusive locations on specially built eBike track. Ride on premium Full suspension e-bike (pedal assisted) to...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$139
Fox Glacier Nature Tour

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$65
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short …More

Havelock, New Zealand

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (171)
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$122
Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip

Discover authentic Kiwi country life with exclusive access to Glenafric farmstead, set against sweeping South Pacific Ocean views. Farm Experience Highlights: Interactive Farming: Meet three …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover authentic Kiwi country life with exclusive access to Glenafric farmstead, set against sweeping South Pacific Ocean views. Farm Experience Highlights: Interactive Farming: Meet three...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (63)
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$196
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post …More

Picton, New Zealand

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (324)
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$76
Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You …More

Napier, New Zealand

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (111)
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$82
The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour

Embark on a journey through Waiheke Island’s world-class wine country, where rolling vineyards meet breathtaking coastal views. Visit three of the island’s top wineries, tasting …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Embark on a journey through Waiheke Island’s world-class wine country, where rolling vineyards meet breathtaking coastal views. Visit three of the island’s top wineries, tasting...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (194)
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$176
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city …More

Auckland, New Zealand

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (149)
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$62
Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (68)
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$85
Thermal Path Tour

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track" …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track"...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (71)
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$85
Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tour & Vineyard Experience

Discover the best of Marlborough wine country on a relaxed and enjoyable half-day wine tour hosted by passionate local guides. Your experience begins with complimentary …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

Discover the best of Marlborough wine country on a relaxed and enjoyable half-day wine tour hosted by passionate local guides. Your experience begins with complimentary...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (157)
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$102

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