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Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch

Historic - Christchurch - Starting from $395.00 per person

A must see for UPTO 5 PEOPLE, Akaroa is situated 83 km from Christchurch. The French tried to claim it but the British beat them to it. There are many a story to be told about that! Akaroa is nestled on the eastern edge of two extinct volcanoes. Together these volcanoes make up Banks Peninsula one of the most picturesque areas in New Zealand. This private, very personal tour will go where no bus can go.

You can stop when and where-ever you like, unlike in a bus when you must stop... More...

Cape Reinga and 90 Mile Beach Tour from Bay of Islands

Day Tour - Cape Reinga - Starting from $150.00 per person

Take an action-packed day trip from Paihia to the tip of New Zealand’s North Island on a guided tour of the north including Cape Reinga where the Pacific and Tasman seas collide. Your purpose built coach will take you in comfort along 90 mile beach to Te Paki sand stream where you can try your hand at sand boarding one of the giant dunes.
During the day you will also take in stops at Taipa Beach for morning Tea , Ancient Kauri Kingdom , dig for some shellfish on 90 mile beach conditions... More...

Otago Peninsula Scenic and City Highlights Tour

Day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $150.00 per person

Start at Port Chalmers to experience the beauty of Dunedin on a fantastic 5 hour tour of rich heritage, spectacular scenery. You will experience gorgeous and memorable landscape of Otago Peninsula with amazing string of rugged beaches, bays and wildlife. Your knowledgeable guide will show you the most breathtaking views and take you closer to nature and its wildlife.
Spend some free time at Royal Albatross Centre: this place offers the world's only mainland colony of Royal Albatross. Here... More...

Private Tour Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook & Tekapo Including Lunch

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $270.00 per person

Travel in a luxurious minivan with this tour from Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt.cook and Lake Tekapo, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great alternative to enjoying New Zealand landscape, making frequent stops for photos on the way.
Highlights
• Private tour means more personal service from the guide
• Visit the iconic Church of Good Shepherd and Bronze Sheepdog Statue in Lake Tekapo
• Admire Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and... More...

Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Hiking - Walking - Te Anau - Starting from $195.00 per person

Experience a full-day guided walk on one of New Zealand's premier Great Walks - the Routeburn track, including Key Summit. Tour departs from Te Anau, with a drive along the Milford Road to the track. Ascend through lush forest and into a unique alpine herb field offering panoramic views, this walk offers an incredible day out in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.

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Premium Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Coach Tour from Queenstown

Day Tour - Milford Sound - Starting from $65.00 per person

Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard the Gem of the Sound. The Gem has been specifically designed to capture the incredible and breath-taking Milford scenery with its unique glass roofs and large viewing decks.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the comfortable booth seating and ambient décor knowing no matter where you are, you won’t miss a thing with high definition cameras projecting live outdoor footage onto TV screens throughout... More...

Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras from Christchurch

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $299.00 per person

Immerse yourself in the magic of the Lord of the Rings trilogy on this 9-hour adventure to Edoras (Mount Sunday) from Christchurch. Explore with your guide and soak up breathtaking views from the peak of Edoras. Look over exclusive behind-the-scenes photographs of Edoras under construction. Pose for photographs with movie replicas such as Aragorn’s sword, Gimli’s axe and the flag of Rohan. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch with a glass of New Zealand sparkling wine. See for yourself how this... More...

Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour from Auckland

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $160.00 per person

Explore and admire Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges on this 5 hour afternoon eco-tour.

You'll be picked up from your centrally located Auckland hotel before traveling 30-minutes west to the Arataki Visitor Centre. From the Arataki Centre take in panoramic views extending from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean and absorb the area's history and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings that stand guard there.

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Full-Day Luxury Milford Sound Tour by Coach and Cruise and Aeroplane from Queenstown

Day Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $619.00 per person

Your trip to amazing Milford Sound should be done in style! Our mid sized coach has a glass roof for the best viewing, lots of leg room, and its smaller size makes a more personalised experience. Our cruise boat is one of the smallest and most intimate on the fiord too. Finish your day with an incredible scenic flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown, flying in a small plane over mountain and through glacial valleys. More...

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $140.00 per person

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Stop on a sandy beach in this beautiful remote location for morning tea and lunch. Your guide will enjoy sharing their knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds and it's native flora and fauna as you paddle along. More...