New Zealand South Island Tours for Solo Travelers
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10 best New Zealand South Island solo travel packages
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- New Zealand South Island Express
- New Zealand South to North Drive, Cruise & Rail
- New Zealand By Train, Bus & Ferry
- New Zealand Southern Pioneer
- Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
- New Zealand Panorama (Southbound, 16 Days)
- Southern Spotlight (Base, 2024/2025, Best Buys, 9 Days)
- EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THROUGH NEW ZEALAND’S NATURAL BEAUTY
- Budget South Island Explorer - 14 days
- NEW ZEALAND – 10 Days Highlights of North and South Islands
New Zealand South Island Express
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great tour! We got to see so many places in such a short amount of time, and I had a great time.”
Annette, traveled in March 2023
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Stargaze in Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Experience Queenstown's thrilling adventures
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Greymouth Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,555
15% Off- US$1,322You save $233
- Explore Queenstown's historic Arrowtown
- Cruise overnight on Milford Mariner
- Ride the TranzAlpine Scenic Train
Duration 14 days Destinations Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland Age Range 8 to 74 year olds Operated in English Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
15% Off- US$2,926
- Explore Queenstown's scenic wonders
- Cruise through majestic Milford Sound
- Ride the vintage tram in Christchurch
Duration 21 days Destinations Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch, Greymouth, Picton, Wellington, Auckland Age Range 5 to 75 year olds Operated in English Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
15% Off- US$3,901
- Explore Christchurch's innovative rebuild
- Admire Lake Tekapo's stunning turquoise waters
- Experience Queenstown's adventure activities
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,450
10% Off- US$3,105You save $345
Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Truly a trip of a lifetime! Well planned and organized. I felt very safe and comfortable traveling solo in this group bus tour.”
Joanne, traveled in December 2022
- Cruise on the magical waters of mystical Milford Sound
- Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train
- Discover the icy landscape of Franz Josef Glacier
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaiki Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $4,915
10% Off- US$4,424You save $491
- Explore Auckland and learn the Haka dance
- Soar through Rotorua forests on a zipline
- Jet boat near the powerful Huka Falls
Duration 16 days Destinations Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura, Picton, Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park, HokitikaSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $2,915
25% Off- US$2,185You save $729
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Stargaze at Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Cruise the dramatic Milford Sound
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
25% Off- US$3,665
- Meet your guide and settle in Queenstown
- Jet boat through Skippers Canyon
- Cruise the majestic Milford Sound
Duration 9 days Destinations Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Lake Tekapo Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
25% Off- US$2,325
- Christchurch - Start and end your journey in the South Island's largest city, with free time to explore
- Lake Tekapo - Relax beside the stunning turquoise waters of the lake and indulge in cycling, hiking and other optional activities
- Queenstown - Spend three nights in New Zealand's adventure capital, with endless possibilities and a day trip to Milford Sound
Duration 14 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Abel Tasman National Park, Marlborough, Kaikoura Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator On The Go Tours From
25% Off- US$4,305
NEW ZEALAND – 10 Days Highlights of North and South Islands
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Highlights Tour put together by Bucket List Tours was exactly what I was hoping for and it exceeded my expectations.”
Richard, traveled in March 2024
- Explore Auckland, the City of Sails
- Experience Maori culture in Rotorua
- Tour Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Duration 10 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Christchurch Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
25% Off- US$3,990
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