Top South Island Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: Which South Island Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef) Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region. Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour Queenstown: Full-Day Private Photography & Sightseeing Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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

No problem. These South Island Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup: Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included) Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region. Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour Private 5.5 hour Wine Tour Queenstown : 4 Winery Visits & Lunch Queenstown: Full-Day Private Photography & 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 →

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

5.0 (1)

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$426

Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

A Queenstown sightseeing tour stands out for its unparalleled access to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes, all in a single day. From the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

A Queenstown sightseeing tour stands out for its unparalleled access to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes, all in a single day. From the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$508

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter? Our Introductory Trial Flight packages are great just for fun, …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Trial Flight

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter? Our Introductory Trial Flight packages are great just for fun,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$325

Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$4,495

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

5.0 (1)

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

5.0 (1)

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$794

New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

The Grape Vine

New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$684

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

5.0 (1)

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

Fly over the city and explore Christchurch from new heights. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

Fly over the city and explore Christchurch from new heights. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes....

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$638

Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

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Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$157

Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This...

4 days Hotel pickup offered

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$1,668

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

Included in this adventure • Approximately 50 minutes flight time cruising over the Abel Tasman National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

Included in this adventure • Approximately 50 minutes flight time cruising over the Abel Tasman National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$2,274

Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!

Visit New Zealand’s only Tequila Farm – Kiwi Spirit Distillery specialise in unique spirits handcrafted from the purest homegrown ingredients including the only 100% Blue …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!

Visit New Zealand’s only Tequila Farm – Kiwi Spirit Distillery specialise in unique spirits handcrafted from the purest homegrown ingredients including the only 100% Blue...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$2,901

Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 120 minutes flight time over Tasman Bay coastline, and D’Urville Island • Two-way communication between you and your pilot …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 120 minutes flight time over Tasman Bay coastline, and D’Urville Island • Two-way communication between you and your pilot...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$6,434

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

4.3 (4)

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$1,323

The exclusive use of the Tesla model Y means you can have any number of people between 1 and 4 in your party, and the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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City Highlights by Tesla - 3hrs

The exclusive use of the Tesla model Y means you can have any number of people between 1 and 4 in your party, and the...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$334

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

3 Day Private Photography Tour from Queenstown - The Maniototo

The name Maniototo, derived from Māori, is said to mean `plains of blood’ and refers to the `flowing’ red tussocks that cover the land. This …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

3 Day Private Photography Tour from Queenstown - The Maniototo

The name Maniototo, derived from Māori, is said to mean `plains of blood’ and refers to the `flowing’ red tussocks that cover the land. This...

3 days Hotel pickup offered

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$1,611

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 Private Sightseeing Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Private Sightseeing Tours Tours?

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

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Which South Island Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which South Island Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Island Private Sightseeing Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which South Island Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more South Island trip ideas?

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