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Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.8 (30)

Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (30)

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$184

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

"Explore Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill like a local. We skip the crowds, hit secret spots like Lake Lyndon, and let you choose the pace—wild …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (16)

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

"Explore Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill like a local. We skip the crowds, hit secret spots like Lake Lyndon, and let you choose the pace—wild...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (16)

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$153

Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.9 (7)

Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

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$145

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland

Step into the birthplace of modern New Zealand on this full-day group tour to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - where history, culture, and nature unite …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (6)

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland

Step into the birthplace of modern New Zealand on this full-day group tour to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - where history, culture, and nature unite...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (6)

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$260

Port of Tauranga, Te Puia/Redwoods TreeWalk Glowworms/Hells Gate

Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Port of Tauranga, Te Puia/Redwoods TreeWalk Glowworms/Hells Gate

Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$383

Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Visit the habitat of the world's rarest penguin. Walk through a private nature reserve on this guided tour for a chance to see the endangered …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.7 (35)

Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Visit the habitat of the world's rarest penguin. Walk through a private nature reserve on this guided tour for a chance to see the endangered...

7 hours

4.7 (35)

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$227

8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy an 8-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the best …More

Wellington, New Zealand

5.0 (14)

8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy an 8-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the best...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$225

Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (3)

Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$369

Private Tour - Muriwai Beach & Wine Tasting

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Private Tour - Muriwai Beach & Wine Tasting

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$394

Created for private groups of two to six who want to explore Hawke’s Bays premium wineries in comfort, at an unhurried pace. Travel in a …More

Napier, New Zealand

5.0 (18)

Fine Wine Tour in Napier, New Zealand

Created for private groups of two to six who want to explore Hawke’s Bays premium wineries in comfort, at an unhurried pace. Travel in a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (18)

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$426

Private Matakana Wine & Dine Tour from Auckland.

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (3)

Private Matakana Wine & Dine Tour from Auckland.

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (3)

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$389

Private Auckland Wine & Dine Kumeu Country & Cuisine

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Private Auckland Wine & Dine Kumeu Country & Cuisine

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (2)

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$389

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (18)

Waitomo Caves Private Driver for Tour

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (18)

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$339

Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (12)

Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (12)

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$284

Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (15)

Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$144

Waiheke Island: VIP Sommelier Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Discover Waiheke Island’s finest wines on our exclusive VIP Sommelier Wine Tour, combining premium tastings, gourmet dining and breathtaking coastal scenery. Visit three prestigious wineries, …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Waiheke Island: VIP Sommelier Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Discover Waiheke Island’s finest wines on our exclusive VIP Sommelier Wine Tour, combining premium tastings, gourmet dining and breathtaking coastal scenery. Visit three prestigious wineries,...

5 hours 5 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$908

Coromandel Peninsula Discovery - Private Tour From Auckland

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Coromandel Peninsula Discovery - Private Tour From Auckland

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (4)

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$735

Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

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

5.0 (7)

Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

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 Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$312

Napier Shore Excursion: City Sights and Hawke's Bay Tour

This shore excursion highlights the best of Hawke's Bay and Napier, considered the Art Deco Capital of the world! Discover this areas unique history including …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.0 (5)

Napier Shore Excursion: City Sights and Hawke's Bay Tour

This shore excursion highlights the best of Hawke's Bay and Napier, considered the Art Deco Capital of the world! Discover this areas unique history including...

4 hours

4.0 (5)

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$85

Christchurch City and Beaches Private Tesla Tour

Presenting the highlights of Christchurch City and surrounding suburbs, and also featuring some of the lesser known but equally appealing sights. Our smaller group size …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (12)

Christchurch City and Beaches Private Tesla Tour

Presenting the highlights of Christchurch City and surrounding suburbs, and also featuring some of the lesser known but equally appealing sights. Our smaller group size...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (12)

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$518

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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