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10 New Zealand South Island Family trips
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
- Southern Spotlight (Base, 2025/2026, Best Buys, 9 Days)
- New Zealand Uncovered (17 Days)
- Queenstown to Wellington Highlights - 7 Day Self Drive Tour
- New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
- 3 Day West Coast Glaciers and Scenic TranzAlpine Train
- New Zealand South Island Tours & Self Drive Road Trip: Franz Josef Glacier, Milford Sound, Mount Cook
- 11 Day 'Weka' South Island Adventure Tour
- South Island Essence Coach Tour
- The Southern Drift (Small Groups, 12 Days)
Southern Spectacular (10 Days)
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotels and food excellent.”
Susan, traveled in November 2023
Mega Sale
- 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
- Mega Sale
- 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
- Mega Sale
- Explore Auckland's maritime history
- Make your own butter at a dairy farm
- Cruise the tranquil Milford Sound
Duration 17 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Franz JosefSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Trafalgar From $7,221
10% Off- US$6,499You save $722
Queenstown to Wellington Highlights - 7 Day Self Drive Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The help with planning to fit our needs, the support around the clock, the seamless process of everything was fantastic.”
Catharine, traveled in November 2019
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Cross the Lindis Pass into the MacKenzie Country
- Spend the night in the scenic seaside town of Kaikoura
Duration 7 days Destinations Queenstown, Mount Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Picton, Wellington Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
10% Off- US$1,605
New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Jaw dropping scenery, amazing food, friendly people. This is hands down, the best family vacation we have ever had!”
Jalal, traveled in December 2023
- Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
- Gaze at the awe-inspiring South Island Glaciers
- Experience Queenstown, Dunedin and the best of Otago
Duration 14 days Destinations Auckland, Coromandel, Whitianga, Tauranga, Rotorua, Napier, Masterton, Wellington, Picton, Queen Charlotte SoundSee all destinations Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
10% Off- US$3,835
- Scenic journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef
- Visit Lake Wanaka, Hawea and the West Coast Glaciers
- See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier
Duration 3 days Destinations Queenstown, Franz Josef, Greymouth, Christchurch Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours From
10% Off- US$1,363
- Check into cozy Christchurch lodgings
- Stroll through Akaroa's French-style streets
- Embark on a whale-watching tour in Kaikoura
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Akaroa, Kaikoura, Punakaiki, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook Age Range 1 to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventures Overland From
10% Off- US$8,783
11 Day 'Weka' South Island Adventure Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Had a brilliant time on the Weka trip. Abel Tasmin was brilliant.”
Julie, traveled in October 2024
- Meet at Picton, head to Abel Tasman
- Explore beaches and Cleopatra's Pools
- Drive the scenic 'wild' West Coast
Duration 11 days Destinations Picton, Marahau, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, Christchurch Age Range 7 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Stray Travel From
10% Off- US$1,949
- 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
10% Off- US$3,369
- Ride the TranzAlpine train through Southern Alps
- Walk Franz Josef Glacier with a Local Expert
- Jet boat down Haast River in a World Heritage Area
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Arrowtown, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Dunedin Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Luxury Gold From
10% Off- US$8,995
