Top South Island Walking & Biking Tours

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Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy …More

Greymouth, New Zealand

4.6 (39)

Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (39)

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$124

Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

Mt Cook to Christchurch Small Group Tour Via Lake Tekapo (1 way), this small group, fully-guided transfer means you can travel in style while seeing …More

Aoraki Mount Cook (Mount Cook Village), New Zealand

4.6 (18)

Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

Mt Cook to Christchurch Small Group Tour Via Lake Tekapo (1 way), this small group, fully-guided transfer means you can travel in style while seeing...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (18)

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$97

Routeburn Guided Nature Trail - Half Day

Experience the natural beauty of the Glenorchy region on a relaxed half-day journey from Queenstown to the Routeburn Nature Loop. Travel alongside Lake Whakatipu through …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.6 (16)

Routeburn Guided Nature Trail - Half Day

Experience the natural beauty of the Glenorchy region on a relaxed half-day journey from Queenstown to the Routeburn Nature Loop. Travel alongside Lake Whakatipu through...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (16)

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$160

Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.7 (13)

Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (13)

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$62

Walk, cruise and relax on this 3 Day/2 Night journey into Abel Tasman National Park. No need to give up modern comforts. Stay at our …More

Motueka, New Zealand

4.7 (9)

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Walk

Walk, cruise and relax on this 3 Day/2 Night journey into Abel Tasman National Park. No need to give up modern comforts. Stay at our...

3 days

4.7 (9)

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$988

Whitestone Cheese Co Factory: Guided Tour with Cheese & Wine

Our tour of our working cheese factory will give you insights into all the hard work that goes into making artisan cheeses as well as …More

4.7 (6)

Whitestone Cheese Co Factory: Guided Tour with Cheese & Wine

Our tour of our working cheese factory will give you insights into all the hard work that goes into making artisan cheeses as well as...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (6)

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$20

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

4.7 (3)

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...

5 hours 30 minutes

4.7 (3)

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$162

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

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.2 (303)

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...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.2 (303)

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$165

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

4.0 (124)

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes...

6 hours

4.0 (124)

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$131

Visit a working sheep farms set in a tranquil and picturesque location in the heart of Canterbury's sheep farm land on this tour. On your …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.1 (9)

Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit

Visit a working sheep farms set in a tranquil and picturesque location in the heart of Canterbury's sheep farm land on this tour. On your...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.1 (9)

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$108

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3.9 (7)

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in...

7 days

3.9 (7)

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$1,616

Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.0 (2)

Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.0 (2)

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$181

Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

Begin with a shuttle ride into the picturesque Tasman hills, where the journey kicks off at the entrance to the iconic Spooner's Tunnel. Cycle along …More

Nelson, New Zealand

4.0 (1)

Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

Begin with a shuttle ride into the picturesque Tasman hills, where the journey kicks off at the entrance to the iconic Spooner's Tunnel. Cycle along...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (1)

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$85

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island, …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

3.6 (7)

Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island,...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

3.6 (7)

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$15

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene …More

Picton, New Zealand

3.4 (7)

Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

3.4 (7)

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$15

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company! Explore the best landmarks and hidden gems while answering trivia questions and tackling fun challenges. Team …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3.7 (3)

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company! Explore the best landmarks and hidden gems while answering trivia questions and tackling fun challenges. Team...

2 hours

3.7 (3)

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$12

2-day Private Overnight Hurunui River Hot Springs Hike or Bike

Embark on an unforgettable overnight journey from Christchurch to the serenity of Hurunui Hut along the Harpers Pass Track. This exclusive expedition promises a perfect …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

2-day Private Overnight Hurunui River Hot Springs Hike or Bike

Embark on an unforgettable overnight journey from Christchurch to the serenity of Hurunui Hut along the Harpers Pass Track. This exclusive expedition promises a perfect...

2 days Free Cancellation

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$318

Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

You choose the trail you wish to Bike, and we pick you, and your group up for a Private Tour which we aim to be …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

You choose the trail you wish to Bike, and we pick you, and your group up for a Private Tour which we aim to be...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,136

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 Walking & Biking Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Walking & Biking Tours Tours?

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

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Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Walking & Biking Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Free Cancellation?

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

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I need a ride! Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Walking & Biking Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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