Top New Zealand Shore Excursions

Q: Which New Zealand Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Shore Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland 2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New Zealand Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Shore Excursions include Hotel Pickup: 2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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 →

Hobbiton Movie Set Experience: Private Tour From Auckland

Travel in style and luxury on this private tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, set on rolling farmland, this is the world-famous movie set …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Hobbiton Movie Set Experience: Private Tour From Auckland

Travel in style and luxury on this private tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, set on rolling farmland, this is the world-famous movie set...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$625

Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland - Private Tour

German/English speaking On this day tour you will experience Auckland's fascinating volcanic landscape, get a taste of Maori history and discover the wonderful West Coast, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland - Private Tour

German/English speaking On this day tour you will experience Auckland's fascinating volcanic landscape, get a taste of Maori history and discover the wonderful West Coast,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$142

Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Waipara Springs, founding winery and restaurant of the Waipara Region, was established in 1989 and remains an entirely owned and operated …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Waipara Springs, founding winery and restaurant of the Waipara Region, was established in 1989 and remains an entirely owned and operated...

1 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$135

Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$138

A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

You get to have your own dedicated Driver Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

You get to have your own dedicated Driver Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$286

Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)

Experience the charm, culture, and beauty of Christchurch on a guided day tour through New Zealand's Garden City. Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the coastline …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)

Experience the charm, culture, and beauty of Christchurch on a guided day tour through New Zealand's Garden City. Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the coastline...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$804

Auckland City Highlights Small Group Tour

This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both culture and Auckland landmarks together to form the ultimate Auckland experience. Highlights: • …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland City Highlights Small Group Tour

This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both culture and Auckland landmarks together to form the ultimate Auckland experience. Highlights: •...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (10)

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$57

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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$155

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

Waiheke Island Private Personalised Walk

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist walking options. We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm all arrangements on your behalf. …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Waiheke Island Private Personalised Walk

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist walking options. We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm all arrangements on your behalf....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$412

Private Large SUV Airport Transfers Wellington - Executive Travel

Dial a driver Welling Ltd brings allows you to Travel InStyle in your own executive class private transport from Wellington Airport to Wharekauhau or other …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Private Large SUV Airport Transfers Wellington - Executive Travel

Dial a driver Welling Ltd brings allows you to Travel InStyle in your own executive class private transport from Wellington Airport to Wharekauhau or other...

30 to 120 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$103

Waiheke Island Private Bush and Beach Walk

This 5-hour private group walk combines the best of Waiheke Island bush and beaches. Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Waiheke Island Private Bush and Beach Walk

This 5-hour private group walk combines the best of Waiheke Island bush and beaches. Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will...

5 hours

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$412

Auckland City Private Tour for Couples. Be chauffeur driven with added extras.

Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland City Private Tour for Couples. Be chauffeur driven with added extras.

Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$684

Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (9)

Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,828

Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (9)

Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (9)

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$683

Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua Mud Pool & Treewalk

Private Tour of the magical worlds of Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua. Embark on a private tour across the North Island of New Zealand, where …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (9)

Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua Mud Pool & Treewalk

Private Tour of the magical worlds of Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua. Embark on a private tour across the North Island of New Zealand, where...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$999

Full Day Private Waiheke Island Wine Tour Including Lunch

The tour will be customized to meet your preferences where possible, in particular which types of wine tasting experiences you would like. You will be …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Full Day Private Waiheke Island Wine Tour Including Lunch

The tour will be customized to meet your preferences where possible, in particular which types of wine tasting experiences you would like. You will be...

1 day Free Cancellation

5.0 (9)

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$460

As passionate conservationists we'll take you out of our way to discover birds you have never seen. A full day birding adventure checking out a …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.9 (9)

One Day Birding Adventure

As passionate conservationists we'll take you out of our way to discover birds you have never seen. A full day birding adventure checking out a...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (9)

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$316

Christchurch Private Tour (Premium) Full day

Discover Christchurch in a Day – A Private Coastal & City Escape Experience the best of Christchurch in one unforgettable day. Begin your journey with …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (9)

Christchurch Private Tour (Premium) Full day

Discover Christchurch in a Day – A Private Coastal & City Escape Experience the best of Christchurch in one unforgettable day. Begin your journey with...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (9)

from
$213

Discover the charm of Waiheke Island on a private tour crafted just for you. With a local guide who has 20 years of experience, explore …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

5.0 (8)

Waiheke Island Private Tours

Discover the charm of Waiheke Island on a private tour crafted just for you. With a local guide who has 20 years of experience, explore...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$140

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 Shore Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Shore Excursions are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Shore Excursions Tours?

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

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Which New Zealand Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which New Zealand Shore Excursions have Free Cancellation?

New Zealand Shore Excursions 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 Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

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