Top New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing

Q: What are the best options for New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing are: Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako Fox Glacier Nature Tour Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included) The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing are: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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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 →

Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud …More

Taupo, New Zealand

4.9 (195)

Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (195)

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$36

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

4.9 (93)

Fox Glacier Nature Tour

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (93)

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$65

Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included)

Private guided tour in a luxury Tesla Model X or Model Y. Our knowledgeable guides offer personalized tours into the world-renown Milford Sound from Te …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (122)

Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included)

Private guided tour in a luxury Tesla Model X or Model Y. Our knowledgeable guides offer personalized tours into the world-renown Milford Sound from Te...

7 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (122)

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$209

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short …More

Havelock, New Zealand

4.9 (171)

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (171)

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$122

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

4.9 (226)

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (226)

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$40

From Te Anau: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

Be mesmerized by the World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound on this full-day tour from Te Anau. …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

4.6 (138)

From Te Anau: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

Be mesmerized by the World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound on this full-day tour from Te Anau....

7 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (138)

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$131

Dunedin, Otago Peninsula Scenery and OPERA Conservation Tour

Enjoy a personal small-group tour of Dunedin and the spectacular Otago Peninsula. Travelling in a smaller vehicle means less waiting and allows us to follow …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.6 (75)

Dunedin, Otago Peninsula Scenery and OPERA Conservation Tour

Enjoy a personal small-group tour of Dunedin and the spectacular Otago Peninsula. Travelling in a smaller vehicle means less waiting and allows us to follow...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (75)

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$187

Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip

Discover authentic Kiwi country life with exclusive access to Glenafric farmstead, set against sweeping South Pacific Ocean views. Farm Experience Highlights: Interactive Farming: Meet three …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (63)

Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip

Discover authentic Kiwi country life with exclusive access to Glenafric farmstead, set against sweeping South Pacific Ocean views. Farm Experience Highlights: Interactive Farming: Meet three...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (63)

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$198

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.7 (259)

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri,...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (259)

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$272

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.8 (326)

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (326)

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$76

Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.7 (111)

Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (111)

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$83

Full Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Travel by 4WD from Queenstown along Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by the Southern Alps, glacial valleys and native beech forest. Visit 12 Mile Delta for a …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.9 (84)

Full Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Travel by 4WD from Queenstown along Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by the Southern Alps, glacial valleys and native beech forest. Visit 12 Mile Delta for a...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (84)

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$382

Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.8 (368)

Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (368)

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$55

Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (149)

Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (149)

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$62

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

5.0 (68)

Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (68)

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$86

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track" …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.9 (71)

Thermal Path Tour

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track"...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (71)

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$86

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: Epic 25 min V8 Trike Tour (Tauranga)

Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020-2025 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide! As seen on …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (87)

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: Epic 25 min V8 Trike Tour (Tauranga)

Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020-2025 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide! As seen on...

25 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (87)

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$159

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.9 (47)

Half Day Sightseeing and Taste Tour

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (47)

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$108

Franz Josef to Queenstown Small Group Tour via Wanaka 1 -Way

Explore the untamed beauty of New Zealand's Wild West Coast on this small group, fully-guided tour from Franz Josef to Queenstown. Your journey takes you …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

5.0 (68)

Franz Josef to Queenstown Small Group Tour via Wanaka 1 -Way

Explore the untamed beauty of New Zealand's Wild West Coast on this small group, fully-guided tour from Franz Josef to Queenstown. Your journey takes you...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (68)

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$165

Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way)

Experience a guided one-way journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka, Haast Pass and the West Coast. Travel in a small group capped at …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (68)

Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way)

Experience a guided one-way journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka, Haast Pass and the West Coast. Travel in a small group capped at...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (68)

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$165

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 Tours & Sightseeing?

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

Which New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing 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 Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

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

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Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

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