All New Zealand Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

12 hoursFree Cancellation

(955)

from US$168

Auckland to Waitomo Glowworms, Kiwi House & Blue Springs Day Tour

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

(110)

from US$243

5 hoursFree Cancellation

(381)

from US$140

Travel along the spectacular Milford Road on a full-day Milford Sound tour from Te Anau. See native wildlife such as the endangered kea (an alpine parrot), seals, dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins. Enjoy short walks to beautiful sights including the Chasm and Marian Cascade, and take a sightseeing cruise on Milford Sound. Includes entrance fees, boat cruise, morning tea, and hotel transfers.

Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Huka Falls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(724)

from US$112

Milford Sound Cruise

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(326)

from US$98

Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included)

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Swap Auckland for an exciting day trip showcasing the best of Rotorua. With stops at Wai-O-Tapu and Te Puia included, you can skip ticket lines and explore the area’s famous geothermal wonders with ease—including geysers, hot springs, and vivid landscapes. To help you get more out of your day, cultural performances are also part of the experience. Hotel pickup from Auckland CBD is included for added convenience.

Auckland: Rotorua Tour with Waiotapu, Te Puia and Maori Haka

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

Take a break and escape into nature on this tour of Milford Sound in the World Heritage Fiordland National Park. Relax as you visit one of New Zealand’s notable Fjords, taking in the waterfalls at Mirror Lake and the fresh glacier water at Monkey Walk. Then, take to the water itself with a boat cruise on Milford Sound. Perfect for travelers wanting to immerse themselves in the South Island’s landscape.

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(565)

from US$194

This Doubtful Sound overnight cruise takes you over Manapouri Lake to this South Island gem in the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park. Board the ‘Wanderer,’ a 3-mast motorized boat designed on a traditional scow, and cruise past soaring granite peaks in New Zealand’s second-largest fiord. Learn from an onboard nature guide about wildlife such as fur seals, penguins, and bottlenose dolphins. Then spend the night in a comfortable cabin, including a 3-course dinner and breakfast.

Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

2 days

4.8

(280)

from US$457

Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau

A Milford Sound cruise is a must-do activity in southern New Zealand, but getting there independently can be stressful because of the rugged mountain roads. This full-day tour from Te Anau includes a hotel pickup and picnic lunch, so you don’t need to pack your own. Watch the views rather than the road by going with a guide and driver. See many spectacular sights along the way, including Mirror Lakes.

Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau

7 hoursFree Cancellation

(948)

from US$182

From Auckland: Spellbound, Waitomo Glowworm Cave Small Group Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(642)

from US$98

Experience one of the South Island’s finest natural attractions on a Milford Sound cruise, boarding straight from the sound. A more intimate experience is guaranteed because the boat is only filled to half its capacity. Get up-close views of New Zealand fur seals, dolphins, and Fiordland-crested penguins while enjoying complimentary coffee, tea, and biscuits as you listen to the skipper’s narration.

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

(3,196)

from US$115

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm aboard the TSS Earnslaw, a vintage steamship (or a replacement vessel when the steamship is undergoing maintenance). Stroll the lakeside gardens, watch a farm show, and see sheepdogs in action. Take a guided tour and enjoy free time to stroll. Savor a delicious afternoon tea with scones before heading back to Queenstown the same way you came.

(673)

from US$231

Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(476)

from US$85

Board the ‘Milford Mariner’ for a Milford Sound overnight cruise along this pristine waterway, situated in New Zealand’s impressive Fiordland National Park. Cruise the entire length of the fiord before your captain anchors in Harrison Cove. Then, spend the night in a private single or twin-share en suite cabin, including a 3-course buffet dinner and breakfast. Listen to a nature guide on board and make use of provided kayaks to explore waterfalls and glacial-carved cliffs like Mitre Peak.

Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

from US$816

UNESCO World Heritage-listed Milford Sound is an icon of New Zealand’s South Island—a dramatic fjord ringed by jagged cliffs and cascading waterfalls. This cruise checks off all the highlights, affording spectacular views of Bowen Falls, Sinbad Gully, and Mt. Pembroke, passing mighty Mitre Peak, and gliding out along the Tasman Sea coast. It starts and ends at Milford Sound itself so the rest of your day is free.

2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,623)

from US$103

Fiordland is one of New Zealand’s most beautiful destinations, but self-driving through the landscape of snow-capped mountains, towering waterfalls, and emerald greenery can be challenging—and distracting. Eliminate the hassle when you travel with a small group by coach from Queenstown. Pass Lake Te Anau, the South Island’s largest lake, and enter the hand-carved Homer Tunnel on your way to Milford Sound, where you relax on a scenic nature cruise.

Cruise the Milford Sound fiord on a two hour nature boat cruise.

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the Waitakere Ranges and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach, during an afternoon tour with a guide knowledgeable about New Zealand flora and fauna. From the Arataki Centre, admire sweeping views of the ocean and distant city. Learn about Māori history, stroll on the black-sand beach, and take a nature walk through a lush rainforest while you experience one of Auckland's largest regional parks.

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Instead of glimpsing snippets of extraordinary beauty from the Milford Road, travelers in the known enjoy the entire landscape in context on this cruise of Piopiotahi, Milford Sound. Slowly turn your attention across the horizon to see glacier-carved cliffs rising from the inky waters below - when you’re travelling by boat, there’s plenty of time to take it all in before framing up the perfect shot to preserve the moment.

(914)

from US$122

Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(559)

from US$107

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

(40)

from US$591

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Ngaire_P, Aug 2026

Best experience for 2026.

Take good walking shoes and remember to fully charge your phone for photos because there's so many beautiful views gardens and hobbit homes to photograph absolutely 💯 amazing ,we had a lovely tour guide, (Damon) he was funny happy and full of knowledge thankyou so much for a wonderful experience 😊

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

MUTHUKUMAR_K, Aug 2026

Amazing Milford Sound Tour

Milford sound trip is a life time experience. Every where scenic. We are very lucky to get a perfect whole sunny day. Our guide Sam very friendly, knowledgeable. Excellent lunch box well packed in a travel bag with sandwich, cakes , juice etc. good snacks , coffee also provided in the cruise. Seen many dolphins , waterfalls, no words to explain. Unforgettable.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Katrina_G, Aug 2026

We had a great time with...

We had a great time with Nelson! He was so knowledgable about everything from the Hobbiton and Waitomo backstory to random forests, stands, and attractions on the side of the road while driving. Our tour guides in Hobbiton and Waitomo were also fantastic and hilarious. Plus, the lunch was actually delicious! Could not recommend this tour enough!

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Dakkota_M, Aug 2026

A once in a lifetime...

A once in a lifetime experience. Sarah was our guide and she was incredibly knowledgeable about the glacier, and made sure to take us on a fun and beautiful adventure across the glacier. The company was very honest about potential weather cancellations, and handled a surprise cloud cover with very practiced calm. Highly recommend doing this tour!

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

Tara_K, Aug 2026

A must do in New Zealand

Fantastic experience. Tum, our guide, was very informative. He made the tour fun and interactive. We experienced a fly hatching from the glow worm cocoon. Tum was genuinely very excited at capturing this moment he displayed such passion for his job. The glow worms and caves were absolutely phenomenal!

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Mayela_G, Aug 2026

Beautiful Flight & Excellent Service

The flight was absolutely beautiful. We had to postpone our original booking due to weather, but I really appreciated that the company was proactive about keeping us informed. On the day we rescheduled, visibility was good, but the wind conditions were still not suitable for landing and doing the cruise portion. They contacted us and gave us the option to either move the booking to another day or continue with the flight only. I really appreciated this flexibility, especially because it’s an extra effort that many other companies don’t make. When you only have a limited amount of time in a destination it's great to have the option. We decided to go ahead with the flight. Since they spent the same time we would have spent back and forth to the cruise, it was a little long for my daughter, but the scenery was absolutely incredible and completely worth it. The pilot was very friendly and kept telling us about the places and landscapes we were seeing along the way. Another thing I really appreciated was that, before I even had to ask, they had already refunded the proportional amount for the cruise portion we weren’t able to do. During this trip, I had several other tours affected by weather where I had to chase the companies myself to rearrange things or get refunds, so this level of proactive service really stood out. Would definitely recommend!

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Emma_W, Jul 2026

A beautiful way to relax...

A beautiful way to relax on steam boat sailing along the lake Whakatipu it was interesting to see how the steam boat works as you can observe above them in a special viewing room beautifully maintained throughout the boat. Absolutely gorgeous views to Walter park Walter park was a great place to see some animals with a fun sheep shearing show An amazing buffet for lunch with all fresh Local ingredients Highly recommended !!!!

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Danielray_D, Jul 2026

Milford Sound - Do not miss out!!

I could not recommend this specific tour enough, but what made it even more amazing than the views and beautiful scenery was our incredible guide, Robin. She was so knowledgeable about New Zealand, its history, its culture, geography, anatomy, you name it. I’m so thankful we had her as our guide. I would recommend this over and over again to anyone visiting this beautiful country!

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.

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!)