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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, 2024/2025, Best Buys, 9 Days)
- Australia’s Outback to New Zealand’s South Island (Sydney to Christchurch) (2024)
- New Zealand South Island Tours & Self Drive Road Trip: Franz Josef Glacier, Milford Sound, Mount Cook
- 2 Day Kaikoura Whales and Dolphins Overnight Tour
- Queenstown to Wellington Highlights - 7 Day Self Drive Tour
- 3 Day West Coast Glaciers and Scenic TranzAlpine Train
- New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
- New Zealand South to North Drive, Cruise & Rail
- New Zealand By Train, Bus & Ferry
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
10% Off- US$4,424You save $491
- 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
10% Off- US$3,665
Australia’s Outback to New Zealand’s South Island (Sydney to Christchurch) (2024)
34 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
- Sydney
- Sydney Opera House
- Cairns
Duration 19 days Destinations Sydney, Cairns, Alice Springs, Uluru, Melbourne, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Collette From $6,099
20% Off- US$4,879+$1,400 upfront costsYou save $1,219
- 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
20% Off- US$8,890
2 Day Kaikoura Whales and Dolphins Overnight Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was very clear and easy to follow, the events were great and the accommodation was lovely.”
Connie, traveled in December 2022
- Bask in the beautiful township of Kaikoura
- See whales on the famous Whale Watch Kaikoura tour
- Experience a magical swimming encounter with the dusky dolphins
Duration 2 days Destinations Christchurch, Kaikoura Age Range 2 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours From
20% Off- US$534
Queenstown to Wellington Highlights - 7 Day Self Drive Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very very satisfied with Tour Radar. The mattresses were absolutely awful, the beds were very springy and offered zero support.”
AnnaLangston, 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
20% Off- US$1,673
- 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
20% Off- US$1,421
New Zealand Grand - 14 Day Self Drive Tour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The travel itinerary, activities, and accommodations were all excellent. Absolutely recommended!”
Troy, traveled in October 2022
- 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
20% Off- US$3,998
- 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
20% Off- US$2,920
- 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
20% Off- US$3,894
