Fully Guided Tours & Trips in New Zealand South Island
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10 best fully guided New Zealand South Island tours
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- 10 Day South Island Explorer
- New Zealand South Island Adventure
- Southern Loop
- Southern Wonders (Base, 2024/2025, Best Buys, 9 Days)
- Premium New Zealand Encompassed (32 destinations)
- Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys
- Essence of New Zealand (2024/2025, 18 Days)
- Southern Spirit (Base, 2024/2025, Best Buys, 13 Days)
- Premium - South Island Escape
- 9-Day Southern Dream - South Island Tours
10 Day South Island Explorer
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I loved the South Island, I was able to discover so much on this tour. I'd definitely recommend backyard roadies to my friends!”
- Explore Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Cruise through Milford Sound and spot local wildlife
- Stroll through historic Arrowtown and visit sweet shops
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Arrowtown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Hawea, HaastSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 40 year olds Operated in English Operator Backyard Roadies From
- US$1,760
- Explore Hanmer Springs' natural hot pools
- Ride through rainforest on the Nile River Train
- Walk around the mirror-like Lake Matheson
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Westport, Punakaiki, Hokitika, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Stewart Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,785
15% Off- US$4,067You save $718
Southern Loop
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“This tour blew all my expectations and it was awesome to check out the Upper South Island.”
Anna, traveled in May 2019
- Experience the abundant wildlife up close and personal in Kaikoura.
- Taste award-winning wine in New Zealand’s famous Marlborough wine region.
- Explore the Abel Tasman National Park, known for its golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs and it’s world-famous coast track.
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Punakaiki, Abel Tasman National Park, Blenheim, Kaikoura Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator Wild Kiwi From
15% Off- US$1,018+$156 upfront costs
- Explore Christchurch's innovative architecture
- Ride the TranzAlpine train across the Alps
- Cruise the mystical Milford Sound
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin, Omarama Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $3,775
10% Off- US$3,398You save $377
- Explore Auckland's vibrant city center
- Sip fine wines on Waiheke Island
- Tour the magical Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Duration 18 days Destinations Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, Wellington, Christchurch, Greymouth, PunakaikiSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Premium From $11,105
10% Off- US$9,995You save $1,110
Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The beauty of the the country and the tour organization made it fantastic.”
MONICA, traveled in November 2019
- Explore Auckland and sail its harbor
- Sample wines on Waiheke Island
- See glowworms in Waitomo Caves
Duration 12 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Fiordland National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From
10% Off- US$5,399
- Explore Christchurch's post-quake transformation
- Stargaze at Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Tour Classic Motorcycle Mecca in Invercargill
Duration 18 days Destinations Christchurch, Omarama, Dunedin, Invercargill, Stewart Island, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Nelson, WellingtonSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $7,015
10% Off- US$6,314You save $701
- Ride the Christchurch Tram through the city
- Stargaze at Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
- Explore Dunedin's historic Larnach Castle
Duration 13 days Destinations Christchurch, Omarama, Dunedin, Invercargill, Stewart Island, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Nelson, Wellington Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator AAT Kings From $5,240
10% Off- US$4,716You save $524
- Explore Rakaia Gorge's stunning landscapes
- Taste local wines at Mt Difficulty Vineyard
- Cruise through majestic Milford Sound
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Franz Josef Age Range 18 to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Wild Kiwi From
10% Off- US$1,832+$282 upfront costs
- Explore Christchurch, the Garden City
- See the mystical Moeraki Boulders
- Tour Larnach Castle and its gardens
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Haast, Franz Josef Age Range 18 to 95 year olds Operated in English Operator Kirra Tours From
10% Off- US$3,166
