All New Zealand Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(2,997)

from $207

Located on the eastern shores of New Zealand’s South Island, Kaikoura is famous for the spectacular array of marine wildlife living off its shores—but to see the best of it, you have to take to the waves. On this tour, cruise into Kaikoura’s deep waters by speedy catamaran with running commentary throughout from your guide, and spot dolphins, seals, and sperm whales in their natural habitat.

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(3,024)

from $104

Special Offer

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Travel from Queenstown to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Milford Sound on an easy day trip. Enjoy live commentary along the way, and many scenic photo stops. At Milford Sound, don’t worry about waiting in lines as tickets are included. Admire views of waterfalls and Mitre Peak from your cruise. Refuel with a tasty picnic lunch in a scenic location. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from listed locations for added convenience.

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

The TranzAlpine train is often referred to as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys, and this tour will allow you to experience it. Enjoy the convenience of a day trip where all transport is taken care of— round-trip transfers in a luxury minivan, and a TranzAlpine train ticket are included. See Canterbury Plains, the Southern Alps, Lake Pearson, and get the chance to walk in Arthur’s Pass National Park.

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

(480)

from $230

25 minutesFree Cancellation

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

(2,796)

from $118

2 hours 30 minutesFree 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.

(3,863)

from $75

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

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

12 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(92)

from $230

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

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.

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

(2,614)

from $219

Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(182)

from $130

Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,101)

from $74

Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

5 hoursFree Cancellation

(375)

from $133

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(649)

from $532

Special Offer

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Cruise Milford Sound and travel the scenic Milford Road without having to self-drive on this handy day tour from Te Anau. Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Fiordland National Park by luxury coach, stopping en route at the Mirror Lakes and Monkey Creek before boarding a catamaran for a cruise. Journey past waterfalls and steep-walled pinnacles such as postcard-perfect Mitre Peak. Audio commentary is available in multiple languages.

From Te Anau: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

7 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy one of New Zealand’s original tourist attractions: a tour of the magnificent Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your guide—who may be descended from the Māori chief who first discovered the caves—leads you underground and tells you about the cultural significance of this site. Hop into a boat and glide on an underground river, enjoying the light show put on by millions of tiny bioluminescent insects hanging above.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(1,187)

from $47

Discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery on New Zealand’s South Island on this Akaroa day trip from Christchurch and avoid the need to self-drive. Ascend the Banks Peninsula for beautiful views over Akaroa Harbour and the volcanic crater. Sample locally made cheeses and admire colonial architecture around Akaroa. Cruise by catamaran into the harbor, where diverse marine and bird life thrives, including rare Hector’s dolphins. Hotel transfers are included.

Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(297)

from $156

Avoid the risk of driving to Milford Sound yourself and being distracted by the views. This group tour from Queenstown makes it easy—and safe—to visit the must-see natural attraction for a day. After a handy hotel pickup, embark on a dramatic journey through mountains, gorges, and the incredible Homer Tunnel. Make scenic stops along the way. Cruise Milford Sound in a catamaran, looking out for wildlife along the way.

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(926)

from $153

Wildlife enthusiasts will love this full-day nature-focused tour to Kaikoura from Christchurch that avoids the need to self-drive along winding coastal roads. Look out for sperm whales, migrating humpbacks, southern right whales, orcas, and dolphins on a cruise with live commentary. Visit a fur seal colony on land, glimpse the snowy peaks of the Kaikoura Ranges during your free time, and top off the day with wine tasting (time permitting).

Aerial views of Kaikoura Sperm Whales & Boat

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(192)

from $214

On this full-day tour from Tauranga, take a journey deep into Middle-earth—to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set—without the stress of driving yourself on unfamiliar rural roads. Be driven from Tauranga into the heart of the Waikato with a group and guide. Also spend some time in the secluded New Zealand bush at McLaren Falls Park and see the striking waterfall of the same name. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Hobbiton Transport & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(236)

from $95

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

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(31)

from $202

Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

Enjoy a magical 6-6.5 hour tour to the Hobbiton Movie set, used for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series, which has made NZ famous. Leaving the port, we first travel past the stunning beaches of Mount Maunganui, a top NZ holiday destination, across the harbor bridge and into the country, over the Kaimai mountain ranges, into the lush farming district of the Waikato, the location of Hobbiton. At Hobbiton you can visit the Shires Rest Cafe, browse the souvenir shop or just take in the stunning views before joining the 2.5 hour guided tour, explore inside a Hobbit home and finish at The Green Dragon Pub with a complimentary Ale. As Cruise ship arrival times varies so much, we adjust the start time to suit, which we confirm to you when your booking is accepted, always having you back at the ship in good time for its departure. Please see the Additional Info section for details of our cancellation policy should the ship cancel its port of call within 24 hours of arrival.

Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

6 hoursFree Cancellation

(368)

from $202

Embark on a thrilling Blackwater Rafting adventure in Ruakuri Cave. Choose between two exhilarating tours: the original Black Labyrinth, where you'll float under glowworms and jump off waterfalls, or the longer Black Abyss, which includes abseiling, ziplining, and cave exploration. Both experiences offer unforgettable encounters with the natural beauty of the cave and take you to places impossible to reach on your own.

Black Water Rafting Experience Waitomo Caves Tour

Black Water Rafting Experience Waitomo Caves Tour

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

(429)

from $111

From Auckland: Spellbound, Waitomo Glowworm Cave Small Group Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

(222)

from $188

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

25 minutesFree Cancellation

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

(236)

from $228

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Julia_R, Jun 2026

Best trip ever

This was one of the best tours we’ve ever done. Danni, our tour guide, was absolutely brilliant. He made us feel like we were stepping into different movies throughout the experience. His knowledge was next level and he brought everything to life. Highly recommend this trip, thanks so much, Danni!

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.

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

Amanda_F, Jun 2026

Fantastic!

We had the BEST experience at Hobbiton! My husband and I would recommend it to anyone. We were fortunate to be in a small group (8 people), and I think it made for an even better experience. Our tour guide, John, was amazing! He was enthusiastic, informative, and always willing to play photographer.

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 Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Alina_v, Jun 2026

The experience of the...

The experience of the fjord and Fjordland is fantastic! We even saw dolphins! The guide was wonderful, with a talent for storytelling. I do recommend that the company considers 2 drivers, who can take turns. The road is very narrow and winding and driving 12 hours is extremely difficult, and in the end, dangerous. This is not a criticism of our driver, who was great.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Siobhan_L, Jun 2026

Book this trip 💘

This was one of the best tours I have ever done. Our tour guide Rachel was such a good guide and such a lovely, friendly and intelligent woman. Hobbiton was out of this world and the caves were so magical. I’d do it again tomorrow if I could. The stop for an early coffee as the sun came up and then another stop for Hokey Pokey ice-cream at sunrise was the cherry on top. The peaceful music playing on the bus was fab as were all the facts we got along the way! It was my first day in NZ and I was blown away by how sound and kind and genuine Kiwis are. I had an unforgettable day💚💚

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Corinna_G, Jun 2026

Fabulous boat trip and dinner.

Well worth the time and money spent. Great commentary on the boat over to Walter's Peak estate and amazing dinner. They treated me well as a solo traveler. They also, I guess from my birthdate, that it was my birthday and they had set up the table with a special surprise birthday message and they also came out at the dinner service singing happy birthday and cake. The trip over and back in the boat was smooth and comfortable.

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.

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Aujie_B, Jun 2026

Absolute 10/10 with Altitude Tours!

If you are looking to experience Milford Sound without the stress of driving the winding roads yourself, do yourself a favour and book with Altitude Tours. From start to finish, the entire day was seamless, comfortable, and spectacularly beautiful. We traveled in a premium, modern Mercedes minibus which made a massive difference for a long day of driving. The large windows were perfect for taking in the dramatic landscapes, and the smaller group size felt incredibly personal—miles away from those massive, crowded tour buses. A massive, special shout-out goes to our amazing tour guide, Katy. She truly made the trip unforgettable. Katy is an absolute gem—incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and her storytelling brought the history and geography of the region to life. She timed all the must-see stops perfectly so we missed the big crowds. She was also very considerate about scheduling toilet breaks, and we never felt rushed during the stops. A bonus experience happened when she spotted a group of Kea on the way back. She made a quick stop so we could safely get up close and watch these cheeky, intelligent alpine parrots check out the bus—an absolute highlight of the trip! The cruise itself through the fiord was breathtaking, getting us right up close to crashing waterfalls. The best surprise of all was a pod of dolphins joining us alongside the boat, leaping through the wake. If you're on the fence about which company to choose, go with Altitude Tours and cross your fingers that you get Katy as your guide. Couldn't recommend them more highly!

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!)