Top South Island Transfers & Ground Transport

Q: What are the best options for South Island Transfers & Ground Transport?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best South Island Transfers & Ground Transport are: Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch TranzAlpine Train Journey: Christchurch to Greymouth

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Transfers & Ground Transport Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Island Transfers & Ground Transport are: Dunedin Harbour Ferry-Port To Port Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which South Island Transfers & Ground Transport have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Transfers & Ground Transport with Instant Confirmation include: Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer Private Queenstown Airport to Hotel Transfers Private Cruise Ship Passengers Tour, Sightseeing in Christchurch Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Transfers & Ground Transport have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Transfers & Ground Transport include Hotel Pickup: Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch Private Return Luxury Transfers Queenstown to Gibbston Vineyard 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 →

Its a mini tour of the harbour as we cross from one side to the other. The scenery is stunning, there are many birds to …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

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Dunedin Harbour Ferry-Port To Port

Its a mini tour of the harbour as we cross from one side to the other. The scenery is stunning, there are many birds to...

10 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (154)

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$28

Private Transfers from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Private Transfers from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other...

1 hour

5.0 (12)

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$167

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (11)

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other...

1 hour

5.0 (11)

from
$167

Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer

Traveling from Invercargill to Te Anau offers a scenic adventure through New Zealand's stunning Southland region. This small group transfer by Cheeky Kiwi Travel ensures …More

Invercargill, New Zealand

5.0 (5)

Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer

Traveling from Invercargill to Te Anau offers a scenic adventure through New Zealand's stunning Southland region. This small group transfer by Cheeky Kiwi Travel ensures...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$56

Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka

We provide a private door to door transfer service from your central Queenstown address to your Wanaka accommodation. We drive across the scenic and natural …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka

We provide a private door to door transfer service from your central Queenstown address to your Wanaka accommodation. We drive across the scenic and natural...

60 to 75 minutes Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (4)

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$167

Private Queenstown Airport to Hotel Transfers

Choose Q Tours for your Airport-to-hotel transfer and experience luxury and convenience. Our professional chauffeurs ensure a smooth, safe ride, while you enjoy plush seating, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Private Queenstown Airport to Hotel Transfers

Choose Q Tours for your Airport-to-hotel transfer and experience luxury and convenience. Our professional chauffeurs ensure a smooth, safe ride, while you enjoy plush seating,...

20 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

from
$70

Private Cruise Ship Passengers Tour, Sightseeing in Christchurch

Join us for a unique and thrilling experience on a V8 Chevrolet trike as we explore beautiful Christchurch. Designed and built in Canterbury, our awesome …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (3)

Private Cruise Ship Passengers Tour, Sightseeing in Christchurch

Join us for a unique and thrilling experience on a V8 Chevrolet trike as we explore beautiful Christchurch. Designed and built in Canterbury, our awesome...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

from
$426

Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island

Wanting to get to Portobello or Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua? Ride with us on "Adagio" the coolest ferry on the harbour. Sit upstairs on the flybridge …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island

Wanting to get to Portobello or Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua? Ride with us on "Adagio" the coolest ferry on the harbour. Sit upstairs on the flybridge...

15 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

from
$9

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Central

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to central Queenstown or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Central

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to central Queenstown or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other...

60 to 75 minutes

5.0 (2)

from
$167

Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi

Board our water taxi for small boat transport to and from the Milford Track - a great day walk for all ages including families. …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi

Board our water taxi for small boat transport to and from the Milford Track - a great day walk for all ages including families....

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

from
$77

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Queenstown to Christchurch, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Queenstown to Christchurch, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$5,674

(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch

Join our top-rated Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch and experience one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking alpine journeys. This full-day tour is perfect …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch

Join our top-rated Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch and experience one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking alpine journeys. This full-day tour is perfect...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$230

Private Return Luxury Transfers Queenstown to Gibbston Vineyard

We provide return upscale transportation services from your accommodation in Queenstown to vineyards and cellar doors in the Central Otago area. Our fleet comprises the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Private Return Luxury Transfers Queenstown to Gibbston Vineyard

We provide return upscale transportation services from your accommodation in Queenstown to vineyards and cellar doors in the Central Otago area. Our fleet comprises the...

1 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$244

✅ Private Group Travel: Enjoy a seamless experience with a private shuttle for you, your friends, and family—no waiting, no unnecessary stops. ✅ Stress-Free Journey: …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

✅ Private Group Travel: Enjoy a seamless experience with a private shuttle for you, your friends, and family—no waiting, no unnecessary stops. ✅ Stress-Free Journey:...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$280

Dunedin Intl Airport (DUD) to Dunedin - Arrival Private Transfer

Book your private Arrival transfer from Dunedin Int Airport (DUD) to Dunedin city hotels. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Dunedin Intl Airport (DUD) to Dunedin - Arrival Private Transfer

Book your private Arrival transfer from Dunedin Int Airport (DUD) to Dunedin city hotels. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$42

Airport Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

Reliable Ground Transportation From the Airport Travel with confidence. Whether for business or leisure, our trusted airport transfer service ensures a smooth, safe, and stress-free …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Airport Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

Reliable Ground Transportation From the Airport Travel with confidence. Whether for business or leisure, our trusted airport transfer service ensures a smooth, safe, and stress-free...

20 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$41

Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

Lowest Price, Multiple Payment Options, Professional Driver, Our 5 stars Google Ratings and Registered Company …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

Lowest Price, Multiple Payment Options, Professional Driver, Our 5 stars Google Ratings and Registered Company...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$72

Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring, …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.6 (331)

Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring,...

5 hours 40 minutes

4.6 (331)

from
$158

TranzAlpine Train Journey: Christchurch to Greymouth

Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train one way between Christchurch and Greymouth. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.5 (331)

TranzAlpine Train Journey: Christchurch to Greymouth

Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train one way between Christchurch and Greymouth. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel...

2.5 to 4.5 hours

4.5 (331)

from
$137

InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year. …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.3 (214)

InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (214)

from
$60

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 Transfers & Ground Transport?

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Transfers & Ground Transport Tours?

Which South Island Transfers & Ground Transport have Instant Confirmation?

Which South Island Transfers & Ground Transport have Free Cancellation?

South Island Transfers & Ground Transport 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 Transfers & Ground Transport have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more South Island trip ideas?

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