Top New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours

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Auckland to Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour

See two iconic NZ attractions all in one wonderful day. Visit the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set for a tour of one …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland to Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour

See two iconic NZ attractions all in one wonderful day. Visit the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set for a tour of one...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (13)

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$523

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$352

Skippers Canyon - Half Day PRIVATE 4WD Tour, Queenstown NZ

All tours are Private. Only your party and driver / guide. Join Del - New Zealand's most experienced commercial 4WD guide on a tour exploring …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Skippers Canyon - Half Day PRIVATE 4WD Tour, Queenstown NZ

All tours are Private. Only your party and driver / guide. Join Del - New Zealand's most experienced commercial 4WD guide on a tour exploring...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$230

Akaroa Full Day Private Tour From Christchurch

Book an unforgettable day trip to Akaroa! Departing from Lyttelton Port, you'll enjoy stunning coastal views, including a stop at Sumner Beach before arriving in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Akaroa Full Day Private Tour From Christchurch

Book an unforgettable day trip to Akaroa! Departing from Lyttelton Port, you'll enjoy stunning coastal views, including a stop at Sumner Beach before arriving in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$153

Private tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at …More

Napier, New Zealand

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Private tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$704

Uncover Auckland’s coastal beauty, iconic landmarks, and vibrant neighbourhoods on a memorable sightseeing journey. Begin at Bastion Point, where panoramic views stretch across the Waitematā …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland City Highlights Private Tour

Uncover Auckland’s coastal beauty, iconic landmarks, and vibrant neighbourhoods on a memorable sightseeing journey. Begin at Bastion Point, where panoramic views stretch across the Waitematā...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$312

Private - Waiheke Freedom Tours: Man O' War & the Wild East

Most visitors see Waiheke's busy middle. On this private six-hour tour you'll see the whole island: the coast road east, lunch at Man O' War …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (17)

Private - Waiheke Freedom Tours: Man O' War & the Wild East

Most visitors see Waiheke's busy middle. On this private six-hour tour you'll see the whole island: the coast road east, lunch at Man O' War...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (17)

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$391

Rotorua Geothermal Experience Private Tour

Discover the geothermal wonders and living Māori culture of Rotorua with a visit to Te Puia and the spectacular Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Join a guided …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Rotorua Geothermal Experience Private Tour

Discover the geothermal wonders and living Māori culture of Rotorua with a visit to Te Puia and the spectacular Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Join a guided...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$515

Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Spaceship

High-tech, magical puzzles, mysterious story lines, immersive themes and nonlinear game design. Enter a real 1930’s bank vault, and explore the ‘SPACESHIP', which is signalling the …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Spaceship

High-tech, magical puzzles, mysterious story lines, immersive themes and nonlinear game design. Enter a real 1930’s bank vault, and explore the ‘SPACESHIP', which is signalling the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (48)

from
$26

Private Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves in a Day from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Private Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves in a Day from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$539

Private Half-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike from Christchurch

Enjoy a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from Christchurch. Experience world-class views and see some of New …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Private Half-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike from Christchurch

Enjoy a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from Christchurch. Experience world-class views and see some of New...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$261

3 Day Waiheke Walking Holiday-Hosted by Chef & Local of 30 Years

Come join us to walk the stunning tracks and trails of Waiheke Island. I'm Vicki, your host — a Waiheke local of 30 years and …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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3 Day Waiheke Walking Holiday-Hosted by Chef & Local of 30 Years

Come join us to walk the stunning tracks and trails of Waiheke Island. I'm Vicki, your host — a Waiheke local of 30 years and...

3 days

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$959

Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington. …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$204

Wellington Shore Excursion: From Cave to Coast Highlights Private Tour

Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, we capture the very best of Wellington — from the panoramic views atop Mount Victoria to the …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Wellington Shore Excursion: From Cave to Coast Highlights Private Tour

Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, we capture the very best of Wellington — from the panoramic views atop Mount Victoria to the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$154

Martinborough Private Food and Wine Tour all inclusive Tesla SUV

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Martinborough Private Food and Wine Tour all inclusive Tesla SUV

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$288

Auckland Nature Tour-Piha Beach, Waterfall & Rainforest

Escape the city and explore Auckland's breathtaking West Coast, one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural landscapes. This guided experience takes you into the beautiful …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland Nature Tour-Piha Beach, Waterfall & Rainforest

Escape the city and explore Auckland's breathtaking West Coast, one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural landscapes. This guided experience takes you into the beautiful...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$163

Bay of Islands Discovery Experience from Auckland incl. Hole In The Rock Cruise

Embark on a voyage of discovery on this unique luxurious private experience from Auckland to enjoy the beauty, discover the scenery, captivating wildlife, and rich …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (16)

Bay of Islands Discovery Experience from Auckland incl. Hole In The Rock Cruise

Embark on a voyage of discovery on this unique luxurious private experience from Auckland to enjoy the beauty, discover the scenery, captivating wildlife, and rich...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (16)

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$735

This tour is a small group tour people traveling to New Zealand and an attractive tour that allows you to experience Auckland's Top 5 highlight …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour

This tour is a small group tour people traveling to New Zealand and an attractive tour that allows you to experience Auckland's Top 5 highlight...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$144

Private Hobbiton & Blue Springs Day Trip from Auckland

This tour is ideal for couples , families ,and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Explore look at this …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Private Hobbiton & Blue Springs Day Trip from Auckland

This tour is ideal for couples , families ,and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Explore look at this...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$489

Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$221

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours are:

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Which New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

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

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I need a ride! Which New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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