Top South Island Luxury Tours

Q: What are the best options for South Island Luxury Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best South Island Luxury Tours are: Milford Track Multi-Night Hike - Water Taxi Transport ONLY Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing Premium Milford Sound Cruise Including Lunch 25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Luxury Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Island Luxury Tours are: Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which South Island Luxury Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Luxury Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Luxury Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Luxury Tours include Hotel Pickup: Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries Milford Sound Flight and Cruise Tour from Queenstown Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch 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 Track Multi-Night Hike - Water Taxi Transport ONLY

* First Boat to the Milford Track * Small and personal family company offering premium service and a fun commentary along the way * Get …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

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Milford Track Multi-Night Hike - Water Taxi Transport ONLY

* First Boat to the Milford Track * Small and personal family company offering premium service and a fun commentary along the way * Get...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

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$139

An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full...

2 days

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$793

Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$141

Premium Milford Sound Cruise Including Lunch

Experience the majestic Milford Sound onboard the MV Sinbad vessel. Cruising the length of the fiord you’ll enjoy freshly prepared canapes and bubbles made from …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Premium Milford Sound Cruise Including Lunch

Experience the majestic Milford Sound onboard the MV Sinbad vessel. Cruising the length of the fiord you’ll enjoy freshly prepared canapes and bubbles made from...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing

**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our Mt Cook: Ski Plane & Helicopter Glacier flight** Experience Mount Cook National Park from the …More

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

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25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing

**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our Mt Cook: Ski Plane & Helicopter Glacier flight** Experience Mount Cook National Park from the...

25 minutes Free Cancellation

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$215

Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Join our group tour of Otago Harbour on our sightseeing vessel, "Adagio" Fast, safe, and comfortable, you will see more of our beautiful harbor with …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

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Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Join our group tour of Otago Harbour on our sightseeing vessel, "Adagio" Fast, safe, and comfortable, you will see more of our beautiful harbor with...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

Take off from Queenstown on an unforgettable journey through some of the South Island’s most spectacular alpine landscapes. Soar above the rugged cliffs of Skippers …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

Take off from Queenstown on an unforgettable journey through some of the South Island’s most spectacular alpine landscapes. Soar above the rugged cliffs of Skippers...

50 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

Soar through the sky on this 45-minute Ski Plane scenic experience through Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Enjoy the Breathtaking views from the moment you’re …More

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

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45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

Soar through the sky on this 45-minute Ski Plane scenic experience through Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Enjoy the Breathtaking views from the moment you’re...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Private Queenstown Dinner & Wine Tour: 3 Iconic Venues

Discover Queenstown's exceptional food and wine scene on an exclusive private dining experience for 2–10 guests. Enjoy three iconic venues in one unforgettable evening, with …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Private Queenstown Dinner & Wine Tour: 3 Iconic Venues

Discover Queenstown's exceptional food and wine scene on an exclusive private dining experience for 2–10 guests. Enjoy three iconic venues in one unforgettable evening, with...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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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

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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

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The Wine tour with Maori Culture Wanaka is the only wine tour in Wanaka and Cromwell that connects Maori culture with the local wines and …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Wine Tour & Maori Culture Wanaka

The Wine tour with Maori Culture Wanaka is the only wine tour in Wanaka and Cromwell that connects Maori culture with the local wines and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Scenic Flight Transfer to Queenstown from Milford Sound

Take the scenic route back to Queenstown from Milford Sound with Air Milford, on this one-way 35-minute flight. Admire spectacular views of natural wonders such as the Southern Alps, Sutherland …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Scenic Flight Transfer to Queenstown from Milford Sound

Take the scenic route back to Queenstown from Milford Sound with Air Milford, on this one-way 35-minute flight. Admire spectacular views of natural wonders such as the Southern Alps, Sutherland...

35 minutes Free Cancellation

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Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting

Enjoy New Zealand's premier wine region on this 3 winery visit tour from Blenheim departing at @10am. Visit 3 different wineries in the Marlborough wine …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

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Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting

Enjoy New Zealand's premier wine region on this 3 winery visit tour from Blenheim departing at @10am. Visit 3 different wineries in the Marlborough wine...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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