Group Tours & Trips in New Zealand South Island
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10 best group New Zealand South Island tours
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- New Zealand: Sweet As South (Westbound, 9 Days)
- 10 Day South Island Explorer
- Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys
- New Zealand South Island Adventure
- Southern Loop
- New Zealand: Sweet As South (Eastbound, 9 Days)
- EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THROUGH NEW ZEALAND’S NATURAL BEAUTY
- New Zealand Panorama (Southbound, 16 Days)
- Premium New Zealand Encompassed (32 destinations)
- Southern Wonders (Base, 2024/2025, Best Buys, 9 Days)
New Zealand: Sweet As South (Westbound, 9 Days)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Get more money for activities you will not regret.”
Jinyoung, traveled in January 2024
- Explore Christchurch and South Island
- Learn pounamu carving with a Māori guide
- Heli ride over Franz Josef Glacier
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Haast, Wanaka, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, ManapouriSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $1,665
20% Off- US$1,332You save $333
10 Day South Island Explorer
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great experience. Can't wait to travel with you guys again!”
- 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
20% Off- US$1,693
Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“great trip and tour of NZ”
PAUL, traveled in February 2020
- 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
20% Off- US$5,399
- 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
20% Off- US$4,785
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
20% Off- US$979+$150 upfront costs
- Explore Lake Tekapo's milky blue waters
- Experience Dark Sky's stargazing magic
- Cruise through the stunning Milford Sound
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Lake Ohau, Ohau, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park, Manapouri, Arrowtown, Queenstown, Milford SoundSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $1,595
15% Off- US$1,356You save $239
- Meet your guide and settle in Queenstown
- Jet boat through Skippers Canyon
- Cruise the majestic Milford Sound
Duration 9 days Destinations Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Lake Tekapo Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
15% Off- US$2,325
- Explore Auckland and learn the Haka dance
- Soar through Rotorua forests on a zipline
- Jet boat near the powerful Huka Falls
Duration 16 days Destinations Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura, Picton, Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park, HokitikaSee all destinations Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $2,915
15% Off- US$2,478You save $437
- 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
15% Off- US$11,105
- 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
15% Off- US$3,209You save $566
