Top New Zealand Shore Excursions

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Lyttelton Cruise Excursions: Christchurch Sightseeing with Sheep Farm

Visit a working sheep farm with dog mustering, sheep shearing and afternoon tea combined with a city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Lyttelton Cruise Excursions: Christchurch Sightseeing with Sheep Farm

Visit a working sheep farm with dog mustering, sheep shearing and afternoon tea combined with a city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the...

6 hours Free Cancellation

3.9 (18)

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$113

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is in Akaroa port, and explore the city on a comprehensive tour. Your Akaroa shore excursion also …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

3.7 (24)

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is in Akaroa port, and explore the city on a comprehensive tour. Your Akaroa shore excursion also...

6 hours

3.7 (24)

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$119

Napier and Hawkes Bay Scenic and Art Deco Tour by VW Kombi

We are the only Kombi in Napier doing tours. The 1970 Kombi is fully restored, exclusive to 6 guests only making your tour a very …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.9 (27)

Napier and Hawkes Bay Scenic and Art Deco Tour by VW Kombi

We are the only Kombi in Napier doing tours. The 1970 Kombi is fully restored, exclusive to 6 guests only making your tour a very...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (27)

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$138

Waiheke Island Luxury Private Experience

Escape to Waiheke Island for a luxury experience combining breathtaking scenery, premium wine, delicious food, and locally produced olive oil. Your journey begins with pick-up …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (6)

Waiheke Island Luxury Private Experience

Escape to Waiheke Island for a luxury experience combining breathtaking scenery, premium wine, delicious food, and locally produced olive oil. Your journey begins with pick-up...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$572

Private Auckland's West Coast - Piha/ Muriwai - Wild West Tour

Tour out to see the rugged beauty that is Auckland’s Wild West Coast, where you will find yourself tip-toeing along a cliff-top to expose a …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.5 (12)

Private Auckland's West Coast - Piha/ Muriwai - Wild West Tour

Tour out to see the rugged beauty that is Auckland’s Wild West Coast, where you will find yourself tip-toeing along a cliff-top to expose a...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (12)

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$479

Napier Shore Excursion: Wine & Art Deco Tour

An excursion that explores Napier's art deco architecture and rich history. Included is a visit to one historic winery (whichever is available on the day) …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.7 (7)

Napier Shore Excursion: Wine & Art Deco Tour

An excursion that explores Napier's art deco architecture and rich history. Included is a visit to one historic winery (whichever is available on the day)...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (7)

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$94

Private The Hobbiton Tour - Auckland Tour House

Step foot in the enchanted pastures of the Shire, home of the Hobbits. Jump off to jump in a fully guided tour of the Hobbiton …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (5)

Private The Hobbiton Tour - Auckland Tour House

Step foot in the enchanted pastures of the Shire, home of the Hobbits. Jump off to jump in a fully guided tour of the Hobbiton...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$248

A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (13)

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$310

Caving Adventure with Optional Castle Hill Rocks Tour

This adventure lets you experience one of New Zealand’s most accessible underground rivers as well as the dramatic limestone landscape of Castle Hill—available in several …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (8)

Caving Adventure with Optional Castle Hill Rocks Tour

This adventure lets you experience one of New Zealand’s most accessible underground rivers as well as the dramatic limestone landscape of Castle Hill—available in several...

1 day Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$187

Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

5.0 (8)

Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$425

Private Luxury Auckland City & West Coast Tour.

Enjoy a Private Tour of Auckland City and its glorious West Coast. See the very best parts of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) on a Private Tour …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (5)

Private Luxury Auckland City & West Coast Tour.

Enjoy a Private Tour of Auckland City and its glorious West Coast. See the very best parts of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) on a Private Tour...

1 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (5)

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$389

Experience the best sights of Auckland City and the marine village of Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore on a Private Luxury Tour just for you. …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (8)

Private Auckland Half Day Tour

Experience the best sights of Auckland City and the marine village of Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore on a Private Luxury Tour just for you....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (8)

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$281

Private Transfer From Cruise Ship To Auckland Airport

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.6 (10)

Private Transfer From Cruise Ship To Auckland Airport

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand...

30 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (10)

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$85

Redwood Forest, Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland

Ideal trip to visit Nature & Natural Places in NZ like forest, water fall and natural spring. *Blue spring: A dedicated walking track, allows visitors …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (20)

Redwood Forest, Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland

Ideal trip to visit Nature & Natural Places in NZ like forest, water fall and natural spring. *Blue spring: A dedicated walking track, allows visitors...

11 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (20)

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$230

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

A unique opportunity to experience the very best Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula has to offer. This shore excursion combines sightseeing of Dunedin City and …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.6 (9)

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

A unique opportunity to experience the very best Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula has to offer. This shore excursion combines sightseeing of Dunedin City and...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (9)

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$114

Private Tour: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Cave Experience

Pair Waitomo’s underground beauty with the charm of Hobbiton™ Movie Set on a luxury private day tour from Auckland. Begin with a peaceful boat ride …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (16)

Private Tour: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Cave Experience

Pair Waitomo’s underground beauty with the charm of Hobbiton™ Movie Set on a luxury private day tour from Auckland. Begin with a peaceful boat ride...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (16)

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$792

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

5.0 (11)

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

5.0 (11)

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$621

Private Transfer From Cruise Ship To Auckland CBD Hotels

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Private Transfer From Cruise Ship To Auckland CBD Hotels

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand...

20 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$85

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

5.0 (10)

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

5.0 (10)

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$406

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ), …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

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Tauranga History and Culture

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ),...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$121

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

New Zealand Shore Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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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:

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

No problem. These New Zealand Shore Excursions include Hotel Pickup:

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