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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.8 (212)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (212)

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$111

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (74)

Sheep World Country Tour from Auckland

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (74)

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$160

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: V8 TRIKE - 1.5 hour City OR Scenic Tour

Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020–2026 Travellers’ Choice Award – Top 10% Attraction Worldwide Get ready for a world-renowned, one-of-a-kind adventure as we take you out …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

5.0 (20)

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: V8 TRIKE - 1.5 hour City OR Scenic Tour

Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020–2026 Travellers’ Choice Award – Top 10% Attraction Worldwide Get ready for a world-renowned, one-of-a-kind adventure as we take you out...

80 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (20)

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$431

Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve

Escape the city and experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty on this relaxing scenic hiking tour featuring native forest walks, tranquil lakes, …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (23)

Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve

Escape the city and experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty on this relaxing scenic hiking tour featuring native forest walks, tranquil lakes,...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (23)

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$68

Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.

See All the attractions that Auckland City has to offer on this private tour for 1 to 3 guests. Enjoy each other’s company as you …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (22)

Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.

See All the attractions that Auckland City has to offer on this private tour for 1 to 3 guests. Enjoy each other’s company as you...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

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$653

Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS

This is the most comprehensive Half Day Tour of Auckland available; perfect for those arriving by cruise ship. Join this half-day Auckland Scenic Tour if …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (24)

Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS

This is the most comprehensive Half Day Tour of Auckland available; perfect for those arriving by cruise ship. Join this half-day Auckland Scenic Tour if...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (24)

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$65

Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

4.9 (222)

Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge...

5 hours 30 minutes

4.9 (222)

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$118

The Coromandel Day Tour begins with pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, followed by a scenic three-hour drive through the Waikato Region …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (27)

Coromandel Day Tour From Auckland

The Coromandel Day Tour begins with pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, followed by a scenic three-hour drive through the Waikato Region...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (27)

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$260

Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way. Enjoy stunning views of the Otago …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.9 (30)

Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way. Enjoy stunning views of the Otago...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (30)

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$111

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

Enjoy a 4-5 hour fun tour with a local chauffeur/guide departing from the Port of Picton with a scenic journey to the Marlborough Wine region. …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.6 (87)

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

Enjoy a 4-5 hour fun tour with a local chauffeur/guide departing from the Port of Picton with a scenic journey to the Marlborough Wine region....

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (87)

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$184

Waiheke Vineyards & Bush Walk: Guided Walk, Wine Tasting & Picnic

Waiheke Island on foot, with wine at the end of the trail. Your guide meets you off the 9:00am Fullers ferry at Matiatia for a …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (52)

Waiheke Vineyards & Bush Walk: Guided Walk, Wine Tasting & Picnic

Waiheke Island on foot, with wine at the end of the trail. Your guide meets you off the 9:00am Fullers ferry at Matiatia for a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (52)

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$271

Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch

Sit back and enjoy the scenery and the experience as we take care of the driving in one of our comfortable and spacious Mercedes Benz …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (33)

Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch

Sit back and enjoy the scenery and the experience as we take care of the driving in one of our comfortable and spacious Mercedes Benz...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$113

Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (46)

Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (46)

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$229

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

Enjoy a city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and the rebuild …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.8 (37)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

Enjoy a city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and the rebuild...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (37)

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$139

Tauranga City & History Scenic Tour – 2 Hours

Discover the fascinating stories, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage of Tauranga on this relaxed two-hour scenic history tour through one of New Zealand’s oldest …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (15)

Tauranga City & History Scenic Tour – 2 Hours

Discover the fascinating stories, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage of Tauranga on this relaxed two-hour scenic history tour through one of New Zealand’s oldest...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$33

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

5.0 (50)

Wellington Scenic Full Day 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 (50)

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$214

4hr Tauranga Scenic History and Tasting Tour FREE Kiwifruit Tasting

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (20)

4hr Tauranga Scenic History and Tasting Tour FREE Kiwifruit Tasting

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (20)

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$56

Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway from Auckland

Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (34)

Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway from Auckland

Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (34)

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$162

Join Pete - your passionate local guide, for an unforgettable experience showcasing Christchurch’s iconic landmarks, beautiful coastal suburbs, rich history and hidden gems. Travelling in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (139)

Discover Christchurch Tour

Join Pete - your passionate local guide, for an unforgettable experience showcasing Christchurch’s iconic landmarks, beautiful coastal suburbs, rich history and hidden gems. Travelling in...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (139)

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$226

Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Full Day Tour

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (49)

Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Full Day Tour

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (49)

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$193

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:

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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?

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