Coach / Bus Tours & Trips in New Zealand South Island
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10 best coach / bus New Zealand South Island tours
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
- NZ Adventure
- 5 Day Southern Circuit Experience
- 10 Day South Island National Parks
- 5 Day Alpine Explorer
- 4 Day Southern Loop including Alpine Train
- 11 Day New Zealand's Finest
- Trains, Fiords and Glaciers
- 5 Day Southern Experience Tour
- 3 Day Alpine Tour, Wild West Coast and Southern Lakes
Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The 10 day tour of the South Island was well planned and a great experience.”
Trevor, traveled in February 2023
- 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
- US$4,424You save $491
- Price per day
- $442
NZ Adventure
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The planning and care given, and all the worries removed, turned this into the vacation of a lifetime.”
Brian, traveled in January 2019
- Zip through Christchurch Adventure Park
- Raft the wild Rangitata River rapids
- Hike to the Rob Roy Glacier
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Methven, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Twizel, Omarama, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te AnauSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 65 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure Junkies - From
- US$3,092
- Price per day
- $309
5 Day Southern Circuit Experience
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“She was genuinely attentive and provided personal attention to all my concerns!”
mary, traveled in March 2019
- Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound.
- Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train.
- See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier.
Duration 5 days Destinations Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$2,386
- Price per day
- $477
10 Day South Island National Parks
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I was pleased with the accommodations, especially at Mt Cook. I love that I was in the motel where I could walk in and out from my room.”
Deborah, traveled in March 2020
- Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound
- Ride through towering mountains on the TranzAlpine
- Spend the night at the base of Mount Cook
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$2,751
- Price per day
- $275
5 Day Alpine Explorer
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The motor coach was comfortable and had the right amount of rest stops and points of interest.”
Stuart, traveled in June 2019
- Cruise on the waters of the mystical Milford Sound
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown
- Enjoy a ride on the iconic skyline gondola
Duration 5 days Destinations Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Fox Glacier, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$2,332
- Price per day
- $466
4 Day Southern Loop including Alpine Train
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a fantastic time and I got to see so many amazing sights in such a short time. The work she put into planning my trip, ensured that I had a wonderful experience that I will never forget.”
Ciara, traveled in July 2023
- Journey through the lush native beech forests
- Explore the world-famous West Coast glaciers
- Visit New Zealand's tallest mountain, Mount Cook
Duration 4 days Destinations Queenstown, Franz Josef, Greymouth, Christchurch, Mount Cook Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$1,907
- Price per day
- $477
11 Day New Zealand's Finest
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All tours and transfers were meticulously planned. We had a fabulous time in New Zealand, covered a lot of ground in a short timescale.”
Rukhsana, traveled in August 2019
- Take a dip in the geothermal mud pools at Rotorua
- Enjoy a traditional Maori dinner and performance
- Cruise through the majestic Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Duration 11 days Destinations Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$4,832
- Price per day
- $439
Trains, Fiords and Glaciers
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“South Island, in August is a treasure! An unforeseen 3rd party accident meant a reshuffle which was catered for, without a drama.”
ANDREW, traveled in August 2023
- Explore the wonders of the Taieri Gorge
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown
- Visit Lake Wanaka, Hawea and the West Coast glaciers
Duration 6 days Destinations Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$2,666
- Price per day
- $444
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown.
- See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier.
- Witness the crystal clear lakes and towering mountains.
Duration 5 days Destinations Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Greymouth Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$2,123
- Price per day
- $425
3 Day Alpine Tour, Wild West Coast and Southern Lakes
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Very good information at bus tour. Hotel - poor value for money (would have preferred to book it on my own).”
Petra, traveled in March 2020
- Explore the beautiful West Coast region
- Visit the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier
- Wander through the lush Westland Tai Potuini
Duration 3 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Queenstown Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours - From
- US$1,574
- Price per day
- $525
