Top South Island Shore Excursions

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Akaroa Full Day Private Tour From Christchurch

Book an unforgettable day trip to Akaroa! Departing from Lyttelton Port, you'll enjoy stunning coastal views, including a stop at Sumner Beach before arriving in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Book an unforgettable day trip to Akaroa! Departing from Lyttelton Port, you'll enjoy stunning coastal views, including a stop at Sumner Beach before arriving in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

"Explore Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill like a local. We skip the crowds, hit secret spots like Lake Lyndon, and let you choose the pace—wild …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

"Explore Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill like a local. We skip the crowds, hit secret spots like Lake Lyndon, and let you choose the pace—wild...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (16)
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$155
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

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
5.0 (2)
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$156
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

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
Wine and Gourmet Picnic Experience of Marlborough

Discover the award-winning wines of the Marlborough region on your wine and gourmet picnic from Picton or Blenheim for up to eight people. The itinerary …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

Discover the award-winning wines of the Marlborough region on your wine and gourmet picnic from Picton or Blenheim for up to eight people. The itinerary...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$157
Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour. This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Lake …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour. This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Lake...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (251)
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$158
Full-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day …More

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Picton, New Zealand

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (42)
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$158
Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to...

5 hours 30 minutes
4.7 (3)
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$164
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

A shore excursion highlighting the magnificent scenery of the Banks Peninsula and its twin harbours of Lyttelton & Akaroa. From Lyttelton travel through the harbours …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

A shore excursion highlighting the magnificent scenery of the Banks Peninsula and its twin harbours of Lyttelton & Akaroa. From Lyttelton travel through the harbours...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (4)
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$167
Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion

We are a well known tour guiding company in Dunedin. We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, branded vehicles and great fun …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

We are a well known tour guiding company in Dunedin. We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, branded vehicles and great fun...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (47)
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$166
Otago Peninsula Tour and Larnach Castle City Sights (min 4 )

We love showing you our city and will always give you a trip to remember - we cannot wait to show you our city. We …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

We love showing you our city and will always give you a trip to remember - we cannot wait to show you our city. We...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.0 (5)
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$167
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel …More

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Port Chalmers, New Zealand

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (303)
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$167
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

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
5.0 (2)
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$167
Mainland Peninsula Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour experiencing lovely Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You will see all the city highlights before journeying along the Otago Peninsula, …More

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Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Enjoy a full-day tour experiencing lovely Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You will see all the city highlights before journeying along the Otago Peninsula,...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (73)
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$167
Private Excursion: Scenic and Seascape Delights from Picton

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats.  …More

Picton, New Zealand

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats. ...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.2 (5)
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$169
Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

Tour participants see the full grandeur of the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds in one experience that can only be done by air. And …More

Picton, New Zealand

Tour participants see the full grandeur of the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds in one experience that can only be done by air. And...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$172
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

Explore the enchanting Waipara Valley, renowned for its boutique wineries and breathtaking landscapes. This 5-6 hour winery tour invites you to taste award-winning wines, learn …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Explore the enchanting Waipara Valley, renowned for its boutique wineries and breathtaking landscapes. This 5-6 hour winery tour invites you to taste award-winning wines, learn...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (16)
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$172
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Embark on an unforgettable journey to Kaikoura, renowned for its world-class whale-watching tours, particularly the unique opportunity to observe sperm whales. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Embark on an unforgettable journey to Kaikoura, renowned for its world-class whale-watching tours, particularly the unique opportunity to observe sperm whales....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$173
Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch

Discover one of New Zealand’s most dramatic alpine landscapes on this unforgettable full-day adventure to Arthur’s Pass National Park. Journey from the Canterbury plains into …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover one of New Zealand’s most dramatic alpine landscapes on this unforgettable full-day adventure to Arthur’s Pass National Park. Journey from the Canterbury plains into...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (7)
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$172
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 …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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
4.6 (5)
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$172

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