Top South Island Bus & Minivan Tours

Q: Which South Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more South Island trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked South Island Tours. Top 10 South Island 2026 Senior-friendly tours South Island The best tours and activities for culture lovers in South Island Top Day Trips from South Island Things to do in South Island this summer View all South Island Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in South Island?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in South Island are: South Island Luxury & Special Occasions South Island Luxury Tours South Island Outdoor Activities South Island Tours & Sightseeing South Island Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in South Island →

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo One Way Small Group Tour

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (1 way). This small group, fully-guided day transfer allows you to travel in style to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (21)

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo One Way Small Group Tour

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (1 way). This small group, fully-guided day transfer allows you to travel in style to...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (21)

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$128

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.8 (242)

Garden and City tour

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (242)

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$35

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

4.0 (124)

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes...

6 hours

4.0 (124)

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$131

Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines

Discover the essence of Marlborough with a premier experience designed for discerning wine lovers. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Cloudy Bay’s prestigious …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

5.0 (25)

Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines

Discover the essence of Marlborough with a premier experience designed for discerning wine lovers. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Cloudy Bay’s prestigious...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (25)

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$349

Castle, Coast & City Half-day Private Tour (German or English)

Offered in German or English! From the soaring spires to the sweeping beaches, experience the best of New Zealand's most fascinating wee city with an …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

5.0 (15)

Castle, Coast & City Half-day Private Tour (German or English)

Offered in German or English! From the soaring spires to the sweeping beaches, experience the best of New Zealand's most fascinating wee city with an...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$518

Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored exclusively for your group of up to six passengers. A knowledgeable driver-guide will show you the city’s best …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

5.0 (38)

Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored exclusively for your group of up to six passengers. A knowledgeable driver-guide will show you the city’s best...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$1,035

25mins Private Helicopter Flight in Franz Josef with Landing

On our private Glacier Explorer flight, you'll fly over the Franz Josef Glacier and then into the Southern Alps to enjoy the included 10-minute snow …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

4.9 (12)

25mins Private Helicopter Flight in Franz Josef with Landing

On our private Glacier Explorer flight, you'll fly over the Franz Josef Glacier and then into the Southern Alps to enjoy the included 10-minute snow...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (12)

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$848

Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride

The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.7 (43)

Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride

The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (43)

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$60

Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour)

Join us on a scenic day trip from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, where you’ll journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Alps. Travel by …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (15)

Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour)

Join us on a scenic day trip from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, where you’ll journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Alps. Travel by...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$328

Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

Discover the relaxed side of Marlborough wine touring with a fun and friendly experience designed for “sippers” who simply want to enjoy great wines, beautiful …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

4.8 (17)

Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

Discover the relaxed side of Marlborough wine touring with a fun and friendly experience designed for “sippers” who simply want to enjoy great wines, beautiful...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (17)

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$102

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Akaroa Harbour and Giants House Local Tour

Enjoy a local 2.5 hour guided sightseeing shore excursion of Akaroa exploring the beautiful township, harbour, and this portion of the Banks Peninsula. After being …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

4.4 (17)

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Akaroa Harbour and Giants House Local Tour

Enjoy a local 2.5 hour guided sightseeing shore excursion of Akaroa exploring the beautiful township, harbour, and this portion of the Banks Peninsula. After being...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.4 (17)

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$56

Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy …More

Greymouth, New Zealand

4.6 (39)

Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (39)

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$124

Small Group Southern Voyager 7 Days Tour

Journey through New Zealand's natural wonderland on a 7-day road trip through the South Island. Have the chance to explore some of the best spots …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (90)

Small Group Southern Voyager 7 Days Tour

Journey through New Zealand's natural wonderland on a 7-day road trip through the South Island. Have the chance to explore some of the best spots...

7 days

5.0 (90)

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$1,322

Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley. Visit four of the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (26)

Queenstown Wine Tour

Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley. Visit four of the...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (26)

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$137

Wanaka Private Day Trip from Queenstown: TravelnGo

Escape the crowds with a fully private, customizable 6-hour day trip from Queenstown to Wanaka — including scenic stops in Arrowtown, Cardrona, and Cromwell. Discover …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (32)

Wanaka Private Day Trip from Queenstown: TravelnGo

Escape the crowds with a fully private, customizable 6-hour day trip from Queenstown to Wanaka — including scenic stops in Arrowtown, Cardrona, and Cromwell. Discover...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (32)

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$357

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

The Goldrush Tour was created with one goal: to be Queenstown's most detailed historical experience Travelling through Skippers Canyon with up to 11 guests, professionally …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (42)

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

The Goldrush Tour was created with one goal: to be Queenstown's most detailed historical experience Travelling through Skippers Canyon with up to 11 guests, professionally...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (42)

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$97

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (38)

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$219

Half day tour from Queenstown to Skippers Canyon with an experienced landscape photographer. You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (29)

Half-Day Queenstown Photography Tour

Half day tour from Queenstown to Skippers Canyon with an experienced landscape photographer. You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (29)

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$219

Private Flight: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

4.7 (16)

Private Flight: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (16)

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$1,475

Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Gibbston's Vineyards

The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day. …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.8 (28)

Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Gibbston's Vineyards

The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day....

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (28)

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$66

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for South Island Bus & Minivan Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best South Island Bus & Minivan Tours are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Bus & Minivan Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Island Bus & Minivan Tours are:

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Which South Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which South Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Island Bus & Minivan Tours 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 South Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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