Top South Island Full-day Tours

Q: Which South Island Full-day Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Full-day Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Full-day Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Full-day Tours include Hotel Pickup: Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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 →

(MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

Carefully timed stops at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and NZ Alpine Lavender Farm offer world-class photo opportunities. Travel during lavender bloom …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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(MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

Carefully timed stops at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and NZ Alpine Lavender Farm offer world-class photo opportunities. Travel during lavender bloom...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$230

Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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$5,464

Embark on an exclusive private tour, accommodating a maximum of five participants. This intimate setting ensures a personalized experience akin to a private tour, allowing …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Embark on an exclusive private tour, accommodating a maximum of five participants. This intimate setting ensures a personalized experience akin to a private tour, allowing...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$316

Timaru Shore Excursions, Private Tour, Aoraki Adventure

On your scenic drive to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park you will pass the famous cool aid looking Lake Pukaki and enjoy the view on New …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

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Timaru Shore Excursions, Private Tour, Aoraki Adventure

On your scenic drive to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park you will pass the famous cool aid looking Lake Pukaki and enjoy the view on New...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$156

Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Just as our stunning natural landscape changes day by day, we know our guests have unique needs and interests, ask us to tailor-make a bespoke …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Just as our stunning natural landscape changes day by day, we know our guests have unique needs and interests, ask us to tailor-make a bespoke...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

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$978

Private Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo

Wanting to explore Aoraki National Park and Lake Tekapo, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Mt Cook …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Private Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo

Wanting to explore Aoraki National Park and Lake Tekapo, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Mt Cook...

10 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,389

Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Private Return Trip From Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A scenic and adventurous day tour to Hanmer Springs serves blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty that the area offers. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Private Return Trip From Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A scenic and adventurous day tour to Hanmer Springs serves blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty that the area offers....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$167

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$173

Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook Small-Group Tour (one way)

Explore the stunning scenery of New Zealand on this small group tour from Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook. Journey through the breathtaking Aoraki National …More

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

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Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook Small-Group Tour (one way)

Explore the stunning scenery of New Zealand on this small group tour from Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook. Journey through the breathtaking Aoraki National...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$204

Castle Hill and Arthur's pass Day tour from Christchurch

This is a private tour with English Speaking Tour Guide. You will be toured around into small group with better quality. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Castle Hill and Arthur's pass Day tour from Christchurch

This is a private tour with English Speaking Tour Guide. You will be toured around into small group with better quality....

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$426

Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$794

Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$772

Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

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Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

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$12

Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

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Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,000

Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$259

Full-Day Private Tour Mt.Cook from Christchurch

If you want to see the most beautiful nature in a day, this tour is the right choice. This tour is a day tour as …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Full-Day Private Tour Mt.Cook from Christchurch

If you want to see the most beautiful nature in a day, this tour is the right choice. This tour is a day tour as...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,323

Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

Take off on your scenic cruise down the Southern New Zealand coast to explore all the Catlins Forest Park has to offer. Starting at the …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

Take off on your scenic cruise down the Southern New Zealand coast to explore all the Catlins Forest Park has to offer. Starting at the...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$87

Private Luxury Central Otago Wine Tour for 2–4 Guests

Discover Central Otago on a fully private wine journey created for just 2–4 guests. Go beyond the cellar door at Peregrine Wines with a privately …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Private Luxury Central Otago Wine Tour for 2–4 Guests

Discover Central Otago on a fully private wine journey created for just 2–4 guests. Go beyond the cellar door at Peregrine Wines with a privately...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,360

Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

Travel in a luxurious minivan with this tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt. Cook & Lake Tekapo, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

Travel in a luxurious minivan with this tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt. Cook & Lake Tekapo, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$5,673

Waipara Valley Wine Region and Hanmer Springs All Day Tour

Embark on a luxurious escapade through the enchanting landscapes of the Waipara Valley Wine Region and the serene haven of Hanmer Springs with our exclusive …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Waipara Valley Wine Region and Hanmer Springs All Day Tour

Embark on a luxurious escapade through the enchanting landscapes of the Waipara Valley Wine Region and the serene haven of Hanmer Springs with our exclusive...

11 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,280