All New Zealand Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 4

Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Lunch & Add-On from Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Take in the vast scale of Milford Sound from the air and water with a half-day trip that includes round-trip flights and a catamaran cruise. You’ll board a small plane that accommodates up to 13 passengers, lift off above the ridges and lakes of Fiordland National Park, then cruise Milford Sound all the way to the Tasman Sea. Watch for fur seals and penguins, and pass through the mists of Stirling Falls before meeting the pilot for the return trip to Queenstown.

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(671)

from $459

TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Steamship Cruise from Queenstown

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(346)

from $69

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in the world! Fly up in either a ski plane or helicopter on this incredible 45 minute flight which includes a Tasman glacier landing (10-15 minutes) we switch aircraft for the flight home! Flying through the remarkable Tasman Valley and landing on the snow covered peaks with this scenic option is an unforgettable experience and a WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT with both the ski plane and helicopter! Get your camera ready!! Check in closes 30 minutes prior to the flight time

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(123)

from $332

Discover boutique cellar door and vineyard locations

Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(688)

from $162

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Join a Doubtful Sound cruise from Queenstown and discover this isolated gem deep within the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park. Travel by coach to Manapouri, take a ferry across Lake Manapouri and cross over Wilmot Pass, then down to Doubtful Sound to board your catamaran. Look out for dolphins, fur seals, and penguins amid a dramatic landscape of soaring forest-covered peaks and crystal-clear waters.

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(265)

from $279

Take your South Island adventure to new heights during a 50-minute helicopter flight with a glacier landing. Soar above the spectacular scenery of Mt. Aspiring National Park, gliding above turquoise ice formations, hidden alpine lakes, and towering mountains, before landing atop an alpine glacier for photos. Scenic highlights include the Earnslaw Burn valley, which is usually only accessible on foot.

50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

50 minutesFree Cancellation

The deep waters, soaring cliffs, and thundering waterfalls of Milford Sound are spectacular from all angles, and this half-day tour by air and boat takes in all the highlights. Enjoy thrilling aerial views of the Fiordland National Park on a round-trip flight from Queenstown, and marvel at Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, and Mount Pembroke on a scenic Milford Sound cruise. Hotel pickup and drop-off, and lunch are included for a truly seamless experience.

(156)

from $449

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Get out of Christchurch for half a day on a North Canterbury boutique wineries tour with a platter lunch. After a short drive from Christchurch, stop at three wineries, where you taste a selection of quality wines in the up-and-coming Waipara wine region. Possible stops include Pegasus Bay, Waipara Hills, Torlesse Wines, and Waipara Springs. Learn about Waipara’s unique terroir as you sip a range of superior reds and whites.

(699)

from $530

Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(500)

from $111

Jet boating on the Shotover River | Queenstown

KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(620)

from $87

Experience the beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps on a full-day tour to Arthur's Pass from Christchurch. Travel into the mountains by car, then return in the afternoon on the TranzAlpine scenic train, which runs in reverse in winter. At Arthur’s Pass visit Castle Hill, Lake Pearson, and the Otira Viaduct, explore the national park, and walk to the Devils Punchbowl waterfall. Lunch, snacks, and Christchurch hotel transfers add convenience.

Otira Viaduct—engineering marvel spanning the gorge

Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(121)

from $247

Special Offer

Enjoy your wine in the stunning sites of Central Otago

Pair the fine wines of Central Otago with a gourmet lunch platter on this small-group wine-tasting tour of Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell from Queenstown. Drive through valleys and vine-clad foothills rich in gold mining history, and stop at four boutique wineries for tastings along the way. Numbers are limited to ensure an intimate experience with other wine lovers and personalized attention from your guide.

Queenstown Boutique Wine Tour - All-Inclusive 4 Wineries & Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(1)

from $436

There are many great places to enjoy the mountain views in Queenstown, but the best are undoubtedly from the air. Catch views of the Remarkables you can’t get any other way on a scenic helicopter flight. The pilot selects the route on the day. Hover close to peaks and land high above Lake Wakatipu, with unparalleled views of the Southern Alps. The package includes hotel transfers for your convenience.

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

25 minutesFree Cancellation

Join this 45-minute Helicopter scenic experience through Aoraki Mt Cook National Park for a helicopter tour like no other! Sit back, relax, and soak in the breathtaking views from the moment you’re airborne. Experience everything Mt Cook National Park has to offer. Glacier landing (10-15 minutes) on the Tasman Glacier, fly to the top of the Tasman Glacier Check in closes 45 minutes to the flight time

(172)

from $230

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(58)

from $392

With soaring peaks, rugged trails, and spectacular countryside scenery, Queenstown is the undisputed home of outdoor adventure on New Zealand’s South Island. Tackling this terrain can be difficult with children, but this ATV experience keeps kids in mind with smaller, age-appropriate ATVs while parents and teens 14 and over ride full-size vehicles alongside. Your guide adjusts pace and terrain to suit the youngest riders, so every child gets the right balance of challenge and confidence.

Queenstown: Kids Quad Bike Family Adventure (45 min)

Queenstown: Kids Quad Bike Family Adventure (45 min)

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

This full-day adventure includes a “funyak” (inflatable canoe) and jet boat ride on the Dart River, within Mt. Aspiring National Park. Take the complimentary return coach from Queenstown or make your own way to Glenorchy. From there, speed upriver on a thrilling jet boat before climbing aboard an easy-to-handle funyak. No previous experience is necessary and you paddle in a flotilla behind your guide.

(128)

from $162

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(369)

from $298

Whether you’re a fan of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies, or you’re just interested in exploring one of the world’s most detailed permanent movie sets, The Hobbiton Movie Set nestled in the Waikato countryside has something to offer. On this full-day small-group tour, set out from Auckland on a journey through rolling green countryside, before arriving at Hobbiton for a thorough exploration of the set.

Magical Hobbiton: Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland

Magical Hobbiton: Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

(78)

from $189

Experience the thrill of a helicopter ride and snowmobile tour on the only snowmobile wilderness tour available in New Zealand. Enjoy exclusive access to backcountry trails that can only be accessed via helicopter, ensuring that you won’t see another tourist for miles around! Your highly skilled guide will adapt the snowmobile ride to varying levels of ability, to ensure everyone’s comfort and safety.

Queenstown Heli-Snowmobiling Adventure

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

25 Minute Remarkables Helicopter Flight with Sunset Landing

(21)

from $747

1 hourFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

(1)

from $224

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(398)

from $447

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

Be amazed by Fiordland’s dramatic landscapes on this full-day, small-group tour by coach, boat, and air. This combo tour makes it easy to see a lot in one day. After a Queenstown hotel pickup, admire the dramatic scenery without having to drive yourself. Hop aboard a cruise on Milford Sound, then return to Queenstown by air, flying over Fiordland National Park and seeing views you couldn’t experience any other way.

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Take to the skies above Queenstown and land on a remote glacier blanketed in snow for a true alpine adventure. Experience the stunning vistas of Skippers Canyon, with its rich gold rush history, before touching down on an ancient glacier. Step onto the pristine ice to witness the mesmerising blue crevasses up close, providing a rare opportunity for spectacular photographs. The journey back offers awe-inspiring views over valleys and ridgelines, making this a must-do adventure for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts alike. - Unique glacier experience near Queenstown - Breathtaking aerial views of Skippers Canyon and Southern Alps - Opportunity for stunning photographs of ancient glacial ice - Guided by experienced local pilots familiar with the region

(244)

from $522

Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views

Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views

50 minutesFree Cancellation

(12)

from $521

Located in the heart of Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound forms part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Site. Explore the stunning fiord in a way few tourists will—by air and water during a half-day excursion. The exhilarating, round-trip helicopter flight from Queenstown includes a glacier or alpine landing. Perhaps spot dolphins, seals, and penguins during an unforgettable cruise.

Southern Discoveries Nature Cruise (Stirling Falls)

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

(196)

from $883

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Racheal_M, Jul 2026

Great experience. Wish it was longer

Great experience. It was an amazing boat ride up the lake & over to the beautiful farm. Very scenic, cool to ride on the steam boat and lovely food. Just wish the overall time on the farm was a little longer. I feel like we went straight from boat to restaurant and then had to quickly finish meal to go and watch farm show (hard/rushed when trying to serve self and young kids as well as lining up for food) and then once the farm show was over, basically time to get straight back on boat. Would have loved to look around for a bit longer at the animals.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Josue_P, Jul 2026

Everything went very well...

Everything went very well and according to plan. Our guide Lliam was very nice and super helpful. His information and guidance was great. We to our excursions on time. Stops and breaks were well-timed. All in all we enjoyed our trip to Hobbiton and to glow worm caves.

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Margaret_P, Jul 2026

I had a most wonderful...

I had a most wonderful day , my first as a solo traveler. The smaller touring bus with just 15 people made the day all the more enjoyable and well worth the extra cost. The tour guide was Jason who was full of information that made the experience a learning one as well. The weather was a bit iffy , so I was pleased at how our safety was foremost. ( It didn’t snow🙂) If 12 hours seems a long time, the day passes quickly as there are numerous stops along the way . The picnic lunch hamper had a variety of delicious choices. I would recommend Cheeky Kiwi for your Milford Sound trip!

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Elle_M, Jul 2026

The untouched corner

A long day but absolutely worth it! An amazing experience for my 70+ year old parents, me and my husband and our 6yr old. The coach and boat were both comfortable, knowledge of our driver enhanced the experience and the trip is very well timed so that stops are the perfect length for a refreshment, toilet break or photo opportunity. That part of the world is so untouched that you feel so removed from reality, if only for a day! The flora, fauna and landforms really show all that Mother Nature has to offer

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

Jan_H, Jun 2026

It is a must do for...

It is a must do for people from NZ and for those visiting from overseas. This was my second visit. This time it was with a 19 year old grand-daughter visiting from the UK. A nearly 21 year old grand-daughter will visit me soon and she may well want to do the Hobbiton tour too. Rob our tour guide was fun, informative and made sure that he included all of the people in the group. Well done Rob.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

Amanda_F, Jun 2026

Beautiful!

We loved this experience! The cave is beautiful and the boat ride through the river in the cave to see the glowworms was magical. Two things to be aware of: 1. You cannot take pictures inside of the cave 2. I would recommend stopping in town to eat as we did not find the food at the restaurant to be our favorite.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

Rebecca_H, Jun 2026

Amazing. Lovely pilot who...

Amazing. Lovely pilot who gave great commentary throughout flight and was generally very friendly. Views from the plane are incredible, it's a great vantage of dramatic and changing landscape. The cruise was also a great experience, we managed to see a dolphins and got very close to the waterfalls.

Milford Sound Cruise

Marianne_A, Jun 2026

Great Ship, Great Tour

This boat was an excellent one for the experience as it had many seats and table tables inside, along with a café to get food. It’s one of the only boats that tour Milford sound which offer this option. But even better, there are great viewing opportunities outside and up top, which we took full advantage of. The tour took us all around the sound, and we saw all the waterfalls, as well as going out into the Tazman Sea for a ways, and then turning around to come back into the sound. The captain talked quite a bit, although it was more difficult to hear outside, but overall, I highly recommend this tour, which was also a very competitive price.

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Hannah_L, Jun 2026

Great dinner and performance

We really enjoyed our dinner and learning about Māori culture. The performance was incredible and we loved dinner and dessert! Walking around the bush was also really neat even with the dark and rain; really added to the ambience. The performers were very talented and engaging, and our host taught us much about the people and history.

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Trudi_M, Apr 2026

Must-do when in...

Must-do when in Queenstown. Did this first when I visited in February with my sisters, and enjoyed it so much, I had to take my now husband on the way to our wedding. Both of us were really nervous before the first time we both went, but the drivers are absolutely amazing (I think they said they train for 18mths before they take passengers). Ngāi Tahu tourism are an extremely professional operation, and their safety record is impeccable. They are the best for a Queenstown jet boat experience - don't skimp and go for a cheaper operator - Shotover Jet have the exclusive rights to the section of river that's best for this. So much fun - you really won't regret it (and like us, will probably want to go again as soon as you get off!)