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: Queenstown Wine Tour: Two Wine Regions & Wine Cave | NZ Guide Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting Altitude Golf by Helicopter from Queenstown Stewart Island: Rakiura Village and Bays Tour Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with 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: Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour Kepler Track Water Taxi Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim Safe Sun-Viewing Tour with two Telescopes in Akaroa View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which South Island Luxury Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Luxury Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which South Island Luxury Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Island Luxury Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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

No problem. These South Island Luxury Tours include Hotel Pickup: Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region. Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (one-way) Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour 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 →

Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

Immerse yourself in the wonder of the night sky with a guided stargazing tour in Twizel. Use powerful telescopes to explore the Milky Way, distant …More

Aoraki Mount Cook (Mount Cook Village), New Zealand

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Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

Immerse yourself in the wonder of the night sky with a guided stargazing tour in Twizel. Use powerful telescopes to explore the Milky Way, distant...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour

Bus across the beautiful Otago Peninsula and enjoy the sights whilst your local guide gives an informative commentary about the area. Then hop aboard our …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour

Bus across the beautiful Otago Peninsula and enjoy the sights whilst your local guide gives an informative commentary about the area. Then hop aboard our...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of …More

Marahau, New Zealand

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The Family Cruiser

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

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Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Steamship Cruise from Queenstown

Cruise on Queenstown’s iconic vintage steamship, TSS Earnslaw. Relax on board and admire the stunning alpine scenery whilst you cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Steamship Cruise from Queenstown

Cruise on Queenstown’s iconic vintage steamship, TSS Earnslaw. Relax on board and admire the stunning alpine scenery whilst you cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Queenstown Hop-on Hop-off Evening Beer Tour

Hop on Hop off Beer Tours run every Thursday - Saturday night from 5pm - 10pm with easy pick-up and drop-off in Queenstown centre. This …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown Hop-on Hop-off Evening Beer Tour

Hop on Hop off Beer Tours run every Thursday - Saturday night from 5pm - 10pm with easy pick-up and drop-off in Queenstown centre. This...

5 hours 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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3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and …More

Picton, New Zealand

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3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Join a small-group tour to discover the highlights of Dunedin, the oldest city in New Zealand. Our City Tour is the perfect choice for those …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Join a small-group tour to discover the highlights of Dunedin, the oldest city in New Zealand. Our City Tour is the perfect choice for those...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Small Group Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise in Franz Josef

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

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Small Group Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise in Franz Josef

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as...

2 to 3 hours

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Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

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Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle...

2 to 3 hours

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Come and join us on a trip to our favourite place on Lake Wanaka, Mou Waho Island.Where you can find an island, on a lake, …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

Come and join us on a trip to our favourite place on Lake Wanaka, Mou Waho Island.Where you can find an island, on a lake,...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

This full day self-guided cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail with approximately 3 -4 hours of …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

This full day self-guided cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail with approximately 3 -4 hours of...

4 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

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This is an educational tour where we dive into the human history of New Zealand. Discussing how Polynesians (Māori) navigated to New Zealand with pin-point …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Dunedin City - Settlers & Voyages Tour

This is an educational tour where we dive into the human history of New Zealand. Discussing how Polynesians (Māori) navigated to New Zealand with pin-point...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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