Explorer Tours from Christchurch
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- 10 Day South Island Explorer
- 3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
- New Zealand: Sweet As South (Westbound, 9 Days)
- New Zealand: Northern Choice (Northbound, 12 Days)
- Southern Spotlight (Base, 2025/2026, Best Buys, 9 Days)
- Amplified NZ Tour in reverse
- New Zealand Uncovered in reverse
- Premium - South Island Escape
- South Island Essence Coach Tour
- New Zealand Amplified (Northbound)
10 Day South Island Explorer
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The small group size was also really great! Would recommend this to everyone (:".”
- Explore Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Cruise through Milford Sound and spot local wildlife
- Stroll through historic Arrowtown and visit sweet shops
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Arrowtown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Hawea, HaastSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 40 year olds Operated in English Operator Backyard Roadies From
- US$1,695
3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent trip overall. The next night our buffet dinner was included but there was a mix up and the hotel tried to charge us.”
Penny, traveled in December 2022
- Fall in love with the views of New Zealand's highest peak
- See the incredible Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Embark on an exciting Tasman Valley 4WD adventure
Duration 3 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours From
- US$678
New Zealand: Sweet As South (Westbound, 9 Days)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Get more money for activities you will not regret.”
Jinyoung, traveled in January 2024
- Explore Christchurch and South Island
- Learn pounamu carving with a Māori guide
- Heli ride over Franz Josef Glacier
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Haast, Wanaka, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, ManapouriSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $1,665
20% Off- US$1,332You save $333
- Explore Kaikōura's wildlife with a biologist
- Whale watching and kayaking in Kaikōura
- Discover Wellington's history and cafes
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington, Ohakune, Taupo, Rotorua, Whangarei, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Auckland Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $2,375
15% Off- US$2,019You save $356
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Stargaze at Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Cruise the dramatic Milford Sound fjord
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Omarama, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Franz Josef Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $3,845
15% Off- US$3,268You save $577
Amplified NZ Tour in reverse
82 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I'd recommend anyone to explore New Zealand with Haka Tours, spending great time, visiting most of highlights on both islands and having a lot of fun all the time!”
Ewelina, traveled in November 2018
- Enjoy views over the Alps from Mt John
- Discover day and night in Queenstown
- Sail beneath thundering waterfalls
Duration 16 days Destinations Christchurch, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Wellington, Murupara, Rotorua, Coromandel, Auckland Age Range 18 to 49 year olds Operated in English Operator Haka Tours From
15% Off- US$2,684
- See Queenstown’s Iconic Scenery by Boat & Bike
- Carve Your Own Greenstone - a Māori Pounamu Pendant
- See NZs epic scenery from above by skydiving (optional)
Duration 20 days Destinations Christchurch, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Kaikoura, Wellington, Tongariro National Park, Taupo, RotoruaSee all destinations Age Range 30 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Haka Tours From
15% Off- US$5,425
- Explore Rakaia Gorge's stunning landscapes
- Taste local wines at Mt Difficulty Vineyard
- Cruise through majestic Milford Sound
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Franz Josef Age Range 18 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Wild Kiwi From
15% Off- US$1,765+$270 upfront costs
- Drive from Christchurch to Queenstown
- Explore Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook
- Cruise through Milford Sound
Duration 5 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Lake Pukaki, Omarama, Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Agate Travel From
15% Off- US$3,369
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Stargaze in Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Experience Queenstown's thrilling adventures
Duration 19 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Greymouth, Kaikoura, Wellington, TaupoSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From
15% Off- US$3,355
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