New Zealand South Island Tours & Trips
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Table of contents
- The best New Zealand South Island tour packages
- What people love about New Zealand South Island Tours
- Travel New Zealand South Island your way
- Top operators in New Zealand South Island
- Discover New Zealand South Island tours for every budget
- New Zealand South Island tours for every group
- Top New Zealand South Island travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit New Zealand South Island
- Contact our New Zealand South Island travel experts
The best New Zealand South Island tour packages
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
NZ Adventure 17 Day
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well organised with a mixture of included activities as well as free time. Can't wait to go on my next Intro tour!”
Jessica, traveled in August 2024
- Explore the world-famous Waitomo glowworm caves by boat
- Tour the real Hobbiton film set and locations featured in The Lord Of The Rings and Hobbit trilogies
- Experience New Zealand’s incredible volcanic landscapes and thundering waterfalls
Duration 17 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Wanaka, Milford Sound, Queenstown Age Range 18 to 45 year olds Operated in English Operator INTRO Travel From
- US$2,849
- 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
- US$3,828
Big South
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour lets you be as social or as independent as you'd like. If you've got Julian as a guide, you've got a free source of honest opinions on every area and activity in NZ.”
Jason, traveled in January 2020
- Explore the Abel Tasman National Park, known for it’s golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs and it’s world-famous coast track.
- Experience the abundant wild life up close and personal in Kaikoura.
- Get your adrenaline fix in the adventure capital of the World, Queenstown with a bungy jump or skydive.
Duration 14 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Abel Tasman National Park, Marlborough, Kaikoura Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator Wild Kiwi From
- US$2,033+$312 upfront costs
New Zealand: South Island Encompassed
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was amazing!”
Staci, traveled in October 2018
- Explore Wellington's vibrant nightlife
- Cross Cook Strait with stunning views
- Hike and relax in Abel Tasman National Park
Duration 16 days Destinations Wellington, Abel Tasman National Park, Westport, Paparoa National Park, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Christchurch, KaikouraSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From
- US$2,799
- Explore Hanmer Springs' natural hot pools
- Watch gold panning with bearded miners
- Ride through rainforest on a vintage train
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Westport, Punakaiki, Kumara, Hokitika, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,830
10% Off- US$2,547You save $283
What people love about New Zealand South Island Tours
- NZ Adventure 17 Day
Had the best time in New Zealand! Danny Flanders was our group leader and he was amazing! So many memories made! Couldn’t recommend more
- Big South
Ben and Daisy were fantastic tour guides. If you like smaller groups, then this is definitely the best way to explore the south island while making friends along the way
- New Zealand: South Island Encompassed
Excellent tour. Definitely recommend
Travel New Zealand South Island your way
Select from our extensive range of 131 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through New Zealand South Island with our expert guides leading the way.
See all Fully Guided toursFind the perfect tour for your family, catering to all ages with over 103 family tours lasting from 2 days up to 25 days available in New Zealand South Island.
See all Family toursChoose from over 36 cultural tours and explore historical sites, local traditions and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of New Zealand South Island. Our cultural tours vary from 3 days to 14 days.
See all In-depth Cultural toursSearch for the ultimate Active tour in New Zealand South Island! From outdoor activites to mountain playgrounds, there are 31 private, group and tailor-made adventures to choose from. With some of our much-loved tour operators offering all-inclusive activity packages, you’re sure to find your perfect New Zealand South Island adventure!
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Top operators in New Zealand South Island
- 5.0 (15,646 reviews)
"Our leader Danny was so welcoming and really looked after us. I really enjoyed my time in New Zealand!
- Tours
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 55 years old
- Adventure type
- Active
- Response time
- 20h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $212
- 5.0 (22,750 reviews)
"Excellent tour. Definitely recommend
- Tours
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 12 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 2h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $280
- 4.5 (11,899 reviews)
"My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The group we were a part of was just exceptional and we loved our time with them. Our guide was knowledgeable, amusing and bent over backward to make our time with him fulfilling, educational and comfortable. Our time wasn't without adversity, as a major road closure altered our itinerary significantly on one day. The alternate agenda turned out to be a fantastic experience. The only downside was that while the overnight accommodations were adequate, a couple were severely cramped for space. This may just be par for the course in New Zealand though and we adjusted accordingly. It was still a 5 of 5 adventure.
- Tours
- 8 tours
- Age range
- 5 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 10h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $332
Discover New Zealand South Island tours for every budget
Browse the best budget and luxury tours in New Zealand South Island that will take you through unmissable places like Christchurch and Queenstown.
New Zealand South Island budget tours- New Zealand South Island luxury tours
New Zealand South Island tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
177 tours in New Zealand South IslandExplore a wide diversity of group tours through New Zealand South Island. We have 177 adventures that vary from 2 days to 25 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.Small Group
59 tours in New Zealand South IslandVisit New Zealand South Island with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.Personalized
52 tours in New Zealand South IslandCompletely define your ideal trip to New Zealand South Island with our dedicated tour operators. Choose from over 52 different tours to start your personalization.Private
35 tours in New Zealand South IslandEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private New Zealand South Island tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 35 itineraries to choose from.
Top New Zealand South Island travel itineraries to fit your plans
Don't miss out on visiting:
Christchurch, Punakaiki, Lewis Pass, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson, Marlborough, Kaikoura
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Don't miss out on visiting:
Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Arrowtown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Hawea, Haast, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaiki, Castle Hill Peak
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Don't miss out on visiting:
Auckland, Rotorua, Waitomo, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Hokitika, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Fiordland National Park
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Discover unforgettable adventures designed for all ages! Whether you're young or young at heart, our adventures offer excitement and wonder for everyone.
- Solo Travelers135 tours All tours for Solo Travelers
- Couples62 tours All tours for Couples
- Young Adults (18 - 39)25 tours All tours for Young Adults
- Seniors (50+)56 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit New Zealand South Island
- Winter 2024 / 2025
- December 2024 64 tours
- January 2025 popular 115 tours
- February 2025 115 tours
- Spring 2025
- March 2025 popular 127 tours
- April 2025 115 tours
- May 2025 80 tours
- Summer 2025
- June 2025 76 tours
- July 2025 popular 77 tours
- August 2025 75 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
- September 2025 popular 89 tours
- October 2025 86 tours
- November 2025 89 tours
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