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Waipara Wine Tasting Tour: 3 Vineyards & Lunch IncludedA Waipara wine tour from Christchurch takes you to three boutique vineyards in North Canterbury where you taste at least 15 wines across white, red and rosé styles. The 55-minute drive north puts you in wine country, and the afternoon includes a plattered lunch at the first winery, live commentary on the route, and an air-conditioned vehicle so you can focus on the tasting instead of the road. The operator confirms which three of Waipara Springs, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay, Georges Road or Waipara Hills will be open when you book.Is it for me?The 5.5-hour afternoon leaves your morning free in Christchurch and gets you back before dinner, so it fits easily into a day without dominating it. If you want to taste widely without managing the drive or deciding which wineries to visit, the fixed route and three-stop structure does that planning for you.
Kaikoura: Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour with Seals & DolphinsYou’ll paddle along Kaikōura’s rugged coast in a double kayak with local guides, watching fur seals dive around you and seabirds swirl overhead. Expect salty air, maybe dolphins or penguins if you’re lucky, plus stories from people who know these waters well. It’s raw, close-up nature—sometimes messy but always memorable.
Christchurch to Arthur's Pass: TranzAlpine Train & Castle Hill Day TripYou’ll board the TranzAlpine train from Christchurch for a day trip into Arthur’s Pass and beyond — riding through mountain views, walking beech forests with your local guide, grabbing lunch in a tiny alpine village, then wandering among Castle Hill’s giant limestone boulders before heading home again. It’s one of those days that leaves you feeling both tired and kind of wide open inside.
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Tour: Middle-earth SitesThis half-day scenic tour from Queenstown travels along Lake Whakatipu to Glenorchy and into Paradise Valley, with a local guide pointing out Lord of the Rings and other film locations. You choose a morning or afternoon departure, get Kiwi morning or afternoon tea at a scenic stop, and have the chance to dress up in costume for photos at the famous sites. Central Queenstown pickup and drop-off are included; the drive takes around four and a half hours total.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want to start early and have the afternoon free in Queenstown, or pick the afternoon tour if you prefer a slower morning before heading out. Either way, the fixed route and timing mean you don't have to plan the drive or arrange stops yourself—the guide handles the navigation and the stories.
Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb Level 2 (4 Hours)You'll climb steel ladder rungs next to a vertical waterfall for three hours, cross six bridges, and walk down a mountainside trail — all with a professional guide, full safety gear, and a sandwich included. Expect moderate to high physical demand and a genuine sense of height; this is not a theme-park experience. The 20-minute drive from Wanaka gets you to a private farm where the climb is the real thing, and the guide keeps the safety record clean.Is it for me?A good fit if you're comfortable with heights and have moderate fitness — the three-hour climb is steep and real, which is exactly what makes the views and the sense of achievement worth it. Plan for four hours total, including the walk down, and know that your legs will feel it the next day.
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Cruise & Walter Peak Farm with Afternoon TeaYou cruise across Lake Wakatipu on a historic or modern vessel, arrive at a working high country station, meet farm animals and watch live herding demonstrations, then settle in for homemade afternoon tea in the homestead gardens. The fixed schedule means no arranging transport or timing the farm yourself—you just show up twenty minutes early and let the day unfold.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see a working New Zealand farm and cruise one of the country's most famous lakes without arranging your own transport or timing—the fixed schedule and included afternoon tea mean you show up and the day is already planned.
Marlborough Wine Tasting: 5 Cellar Doors & Lunch from PictonYou're picked up from central Picton or Blenheim and driven to five wineries across Marlborough, tasting at least four wines at each stop. Lunch happens at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen in the vines. The driver handles the route and the roads; you handle the tasting. Door-to-door means no rental car, no navigation, no risk of driving after wine.Is it for me?Right for wine drinkers who want to taste widely without driving or planning the route. The full day—roughly nine hours—is what lets you visit five wineries and sit properly for lunch instead of rushing between stops.
Queenstown: 12 Mile Canyon Canyoning with 2 Guides & Hot ShowerYou check in at a central Queenstown location, get driven to 12 Mile Canyon, and spend three hours moving through waterfalls, pools and rock passages with two guides who adjust the difficulty to suit you. All equipment, a hot shower and complimentary hot drinks are included, as are trip photos. You're back in town by early afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers in Queenstown who want an active half-day adventure without arranging their own transport or equipment — the central check-in and included hot shower mean you can go straight from the canyon back to exploring town. Plan for moderate physical effort and cold water; that's what makes the canyon itself possible.
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown Cruise beneath fallsYou travel by premium coach from Queenstown through the Milford Road's key stops—Mirror Lakes, Monkey Creek, Homer Tunnel—then board a nature cruise for 1 hour 45 minutes beneath Stirling and Bowen Falls. Lunch and hot drinks are included, and a specialist guide narrates the wildlife and geology. Return transport to Queenstown is part of the package, so you only need to show up on time.Is it for me?A good fit if you're based in Queenstown without a car and want the Milford Sound experience without arranging transport, timing, or the cruise separately. The full day—roughly 10 to 11 hours—is what makes the Milford Road stops and the cruise both possible in one trip.
Kaikoura: Seal Kayak Tour & Sunset Pedal Kayaking OptionsYou’ll pedal or paddle along Kaikoura’s wild coast with a local guide, getting eye-level with fur seals as they play nearby. Hands-free kayaks mean easy photos or just drifting in silence as sunlight glows off the water. It’s part adventure, part peaceful escape — and you’ll probably laugh more than once along the way.
Mt Cook Day Tour from Queenstown: Scenic Drive & 3 Hours Free TimeYou get picked up from your Queenstown hotel and driven through the Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass, and the Mackenzie district to Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mount Cook Village. There you have two and a half to three hours free to hike, take a scenic flight, or rest. On the return, you stop at a salmon farm and local orchard. The whole day is around ten to eleven hours, with your guide handling the route and timing so you just show up and decide how active you want to be.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Queenstown who want to see Mt Cook and the Southern Alps without renting a car or planning the route themselves. Expect a full day out—the long drive is what makes reaching the mountain and back to your hotel in one day possible, and the free time at the village lets you choose how active you want to be.
Abel Tasman Coast: Scenic Boat Cruise & Optional WalksYou’ll cruise Abel Tasman’s coastline by boat with a local guide, spot fur seals lounging on offshore rocks, and pick between relaxing onboard or walking part of the famous Great Walk. With live commentary and flexible stops at golden beaches, you’ll catch moments—like that first glimpse of Split Apple Rock—that stick with you long after heading home.
Lake Mapourika kayak tour near Franz Josef GlacierA small-group kayak tour on Lake Mapourika near Franz Josef Glacier, where you paddle across the lake's glassy water for three hours with a local guide, taking in views of the Southern Alps and exploring a rainforest conservation area on the far shoreline. The lake was carved by Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated 14,000 years ago. Private transportation to and from the lake is included, as are all paddling equipment, dry bags, splash jackets, and winter gear.Is it for me?You get on the water instead of staying on shore, which is what turns a glacier view into a glacier experience—the guide handles the navigation and timing, so you focus on paddling and the landscape unfolding around you.
Milford Sound: Queenstown Flights & Fiord CruiseYou fly 40 minutes from Queenstown over Fiordland National Park, cruise the full length of Milford Sound for two hours with live commentary, then fly back on a different route. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with light refreshments and all fees. The whole experience takes a half-day and removes the need to arrange transport, book a separate cruise operator, or figure out timing yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Queenstown for a short stay and want to see Milford Sound without spending a full day arranging separate transport, cruise tickets, and timing — the fixed schedule and included transfers mean you show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Helicopter Snow Landing 35minYou fly over Franz Josef and either Fox or Tasman Glacier, land on snow in the Southern Alps for 10 minutes of photos, and return to base. The whole outing takes 35 minutes in the air plus 45 minutes for ground logistics. Locally operated by the pilots themselves, so you get someone who knows the route.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see two of New Zealand's largest glaciers and land on snow without committing a full day—the fixed 35-minute flight fits into a shorter itinerary, and the locally-owned operation means you're flying with someone who knows the route.
Wanaka & Hawea: E-Bike Trail Ride with Shuttle & Bakery StopYou’ll start with a shuttle from Wanaka out to Hawea, then spend the day riding easy riverside trails back past mountain views and local spots like Albert Town’s famous bakery. With e-bikes or regular bikes included plus all gear sorted, you’ll have space to stop where you want — maybe even linger by the Clutha River longer than planned.
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau: Cruise & Guided StopsA full-day guided tour from Te Anau to Milford Sound combines the Milford Road's main stops—Mirror Lakes, Eglinton Valley, Lake Gunn, Monkey Creek and the Hollyford Lookout—with a reserved-seat two-hour nature cruise through the fjord itself. Small groups travel in air-conditioned vehicles with bucket leather seats and extended legroom, stopping for three optional short walks and a photo break at the Chasm on the way down. A morning snack and chilled water are included; hot or cold lunch is available to add on the cruise.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see both the Milford Road and the fjord itself without renting a car or driving nine hours yourself—the small-group vehicle and reserved cruise seats mean you're not competing for space, and the stops are timed so the whole day holds together without gaps or backtracking.
Milford Sound Cruise: Waterfalls, Mitre Peak & Nature ViewsYou’ll stand beneath towering waterfalls, feel glacial spray on your cheeks, and hear real stories from locals as you cruise through Milford Sound’s wild beauty. With free tea or coffee and space to wander inside or out, you can soak up views of Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls without feeling crowded—just you, nature, and maybe a bit of laughter from new friends.
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Trip from ChristchurchYou’ll start your day watching sunlight hit turquoise lakes near Christchurch before following your local guide through alpine valleys toward Mount Cook. Taste fresh scones in Geraldine, walk beside glacial meltwaters at Tasman Glacier, and share stories over lunch at Hermitage Hotel. If you’re lucky, you might catch sight of an iceberg drifting quietly below those snowy peaks.
Queenstown: Central Otago Food & Wine Tour with Barrel LunchYou’ll taste your way through Central Otago’s best vineyards with an expert guide from Queenstown, explore New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave, enjoy a five-course barrel-cooked lunch paired with local wines, and wander historic Arrowtown—all with easy pickup and small group warmth. Expect real conversation and moments that linger long after you’re home.
Destinations
- Akaroa›
- Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)›
- Blenheim›
- Canterbury›
- Christchurch›
- Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula›
- Fiordland & Milford Sound›
- Fiordland National Park›
- Franz Josef & Fox Glacier›
- Greymouth›
- Hanmer Springs›
- Havelock›
- Invercargill›
- Kaikoura›
- Lake Tekapo›
- Marahau›
- Motueka›
- Nelson›
- Picton›
- Port Chalmers›
- Queenstown›
- Stewart Island / Rakiura›
- Te Anau›
- Wanaka›
