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 →

Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

Taking only 22 passengers a night, the Fiordland Jewel features nine climate-controlled cabins each with their own ensuite and sea views. Includes: overnight accommodation cabin …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

Taking only 22 passengers a night, the Fiordland Jewel features nine climate-controlled cabins each with their own ensuite and sea views. Includes: overnight accommodation cabin...

17 hours 30 minutes

4.9 (131)

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$833

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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$276

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

The Tasman Glacier is Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier measuring at 27km long and as wide as 4km in places, so this is an experience …More

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu), New Zealand

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Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

The Tasman Glacier is Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier measuring at 27km long and as wide as 4km in places, so this is an experience...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (41)

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$579

Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine journeys combining scenic rail travel with a guided exploration of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Travel from Christchurch …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.7 (220)

Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine journeys combining scenic rail travel with a guided exploration of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Travel from Christchurch...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (220)

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$285

Queenstown: The Grand Circle Scenic Helicopter Flight

Explore the stunning diversity of Queenstown. From the majestic canyons of the Shotover River to the ski slopes of Coronet Peak, the delightful rural retreats, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown: The Grand Circle Scenic Helicopter Flight

Explore the stunning diversity of Queenstown. From the majestic canyons of the Shotover River to the ski slopes of Coronet Peak, the delightful rural retreats,...

35 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (37)

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$288

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

Travel in Style and comfort onboard our luxury small group vehicle, hear our amazing themed stories and be taken to a different time and place …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.6 (74)

Glenorchy Kiwi Special Tour

Travel in Style and comfort onboard our luxury small group vehicle, hear our amazing themed stories and be taken to a different time and place...

4 hours 10 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (74)

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$57

Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise from Te Anau

Discover the stress-free way to see Milford Sound from Te Anau. Our premium coaches offer unobstructed views of the spectacular Milford Road so you can …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise from Te Anau

Discover the stress-free way to see Milford Sound from Te Anau. Our premium coaches offer unobstructed views of the spectacular Milford Road so you can...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (46)

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$118

Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown & Gourmet Cruise

Milford Business Class offers a truly unique, luxurious experience that sets it apart from other Milford Sound tours. With a small group size of just …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown & Gourmet Cruise

Milford Business Class offers a truly unique, luxurious experience that sets it apart from other Milford Sound tours. With a small group size of just...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (78)

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$397

Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Queenstown to Te Anau, discovering the majestic Milford Sound in comfort and style. Designed for travelers who value more …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (30)

Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Queenstown to Te Anau, discovering the majestic Milford Sound in comfort and style. Designed for travelers who value more...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (30)

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$209

Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour

In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. Experience a breathtaking journey aboard the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (306)

Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour

In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. Experience a breathtaking journey aboard the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (306)

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$534

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Please note over Winter 2026 this tour will be running Wednesday and Saturdays only. Experience the best of beautiful Marlborough on this full-day tour. Get …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

4.7 (80)

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Please note over Winter 2026 this tour will be running Wednesday and Saturdays only. Experience the best of beautiful Marlborough on this full-day tour. Get...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (80)

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$182

Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo from Queenstown

Mt Cook Bus Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience, this small group, fully guided bus tour to Mt Cook combines all of the key highlights of …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.8 (57)

Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo from Queenstown

Mt Cook Bus Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience, this small group, fully guided bus tour to Mt Cook combines all of the key highlights of...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (57)

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$499

Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine

Travel from Christchurch to Franz Josef on one of New Zealand’s most iconic journeys, combining the legendary TranzAlpine train with a fully guided West Coast …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (34)

Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine

Travel from Christchurch to Franz Josef on one of New Zealand’s most iconic journeys, combining the legendary TranzAlpine train with a fully guided West Coast...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (34)

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$321

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

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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

Wine Tasting Adventure Wanaka and Beyond

Welcome to a Wine Lover's Paradise! Join us as we embark on a wine tasting - sightseeing adventure like no other visiting wineries around Wanaka …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Wine Tasting Adventure Wanaka and Beyond

Welcome to a Wine Lover's Paradise! Join us as we embark on a wine tasting - sightseeing adventure like no other visiting wineries around Wanaka...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (42)

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$224

This is an adventure like no other, paddling one of New Zealand’s most spectacular mountain rivers in our fun, inflatable packrafts. Start your action packed …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Packraft Wanaka

This is an adventure like no other, paddling one of New Zealand’s most spectacular mountain rivers in our fun, inflatable packrafts. Start your action packed...

7 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (57)

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$249