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Christchurch: Mount Sunday & Edoras Day Tour with LunchYou're picked up from your Christchurch hotel and driven to Mount Sunday, the actual filming location of Edoras, where you walk the peak, handle movie props, and see behind-the-scenes construction photos. Lunch with sparkling wine is included at a scenic stop, and your guide provides live commentary on the drive and at the site. The full day takes nine hours and returns you to the museum by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the actual Mount Sunday filming location without renting a car and navigating the route yourself — the fixed schedule and included transport mean you can focus on the views and the story instead of the logistics.
Queenstown Wine & Beer Tour: 12+ Tastings in GibbstonThe Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour is a four-hour guided tasting experience in Queenstown and Gibbston where you sample 12+ wines and beers across three hand-picked venues, with a shared charcuterie platter and the choice to drink wine or beer at each stop. Central pickup and drop-off are included, and the tour returns you to Queenstown by 7pm.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're tasting with a group or partner who might prefer beer while you want wine — the choice at each stop means nobody has to compromise. The four-hour afternoon slot works well for couples and friends with different tastes, and the guide's local knowledge keeps the experience relaxed rather than rushed.
Dart River Jet Boat & Canoe Tour QueenstownThe Dart River jet boat and funyak canoe experience is a full-day activity from Queenstown combining an hour of high-speed jet boating up a braided, glacier-fed river with a leisurely downstream paddle in an inflatable canoe, set in Mount Aspiring National Park. A professional guide leads the canoe leg at a pace the group sets; no previous paddling experience is required. The day includes round-trip coach transport from Queenstown to Glenorchy, all safety gear and paddling equipment, and a picnic lunch in the outdoors. Children from age 5 can join when accompanied by a paying adult.Is it for me?Book from Queenstown if you're starting your day there and want coach transport included; book from Glenorchy if you're already nearby and prefer to drive yourself.
Queenstown: Shotover River Rafting with Guide & PickupYou’ll ride along Skippers Canyon Road from Queenstown before tackling wild rapids on the Shotover River with an expert guide. Practice paddling techniques, plunge through Oxenbridge Tunnel in near-darkness, then warm up with hot showers back at base — plus digital photos to remind you of every splash and shout long after you’re home.
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown: Small Group & Scenic FlightYou’ll join a small group for a day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound with plenty of stops for photos and short walks along the way. Cruise beneath towering peaks while spotting wildlife before flying over glaciers and valleys on your scenic return flight. Expect honest local stories, fresh air, and moments that stick with you long after you’re home.
Franz Josef: Quad Bike Off-Road Adventure & Glacier ViewsYou’ll ride a quad bike through Franz Josef’s wild rainforest tracks with glacier views peeking through the canopy. Expect muddy splashes, riverside stops for local stories, and laughter with your guide—all gear provided so you can focus on feeling every bump and breeze along these ancient paths.
Kiwi Park Queenstown: Kiwi Encounters & Conservation ShowYou choose a Kiwi Encounter time slot (eight options daily, Oct–April; seven in winter), watch the birds with a guide, then catch the Conservation Show on the same ticket. The audio guide covers the rest of the park's 20 native species. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early, and book ahead if you're visiting in peak season—the Kiwi House caps at 80 people per session.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see a kiwi without a multi-day wilderness trek—the scheduled sessions and included guide mean you get close to the birds and understand what you're looking at, all within a couple of hours in central Queenstown.
Queenstown: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine & Beer Tour, 45-Min LoopsYou board a small-group bus (max 8 people) with a map and a choice of 20+ wine, beer, and food stops across Queenstown and Gibbston Valley. Hop off and on as you like—buses run every 45 minutes—so you can spend hours at a winery cave, take a bungy break, or grab lunch without planning the whole day in advance. Half-day and full-day tickets let you customize your own itinerary, and the driver handles the route while you skip the rental car and designated-driver logistics.Is it for me?This works well if you want to taste wine and beer across Central Otago without renting a car or arranging a designated driver—the flexible schedule and small group size mean you're not locked into a guide's pace or a fixed route.
Wine Tours Arrowtown: Flexible Winery Shuttle & TastingsYou board at noon from central Queenstown and spend the afternoon moving between wineries in Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley at your own pace, with a local guide offering suggestions and tasting tips. Tastings and food are your choice and your cost at each stop. The shuttle returns you by 6pm, or drops you at a dinner reservation if you're staying out.Is it for me?Right for wine drinkers or curious explorers who want to taste through Central Otago without being herded through a fixed schedule. Expect a relaxed afternoon moving between a few wineries at your own pace — that flexibility is exactly what makes it feel less like a tour and more like a local's afternoon out.
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise: Hector's Dolphins & SealsA 2-hour nature cruise through Akaroa Harbour aboard a spacious, modern catamaran with open and indoor viewing areas. You'll encounter rare Hector's dolphins, NZ fur seals, little blue penguins, and seabirds while your expert skipper explains the region's marine life, conservation efforts, and Māori and European history. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and a postcard are included; the cruise runs daily year-round (weather permitting) and supports dolphin protection work alongside the Department of Conservation.Is it for me?Open decks let you watch dolphins and seals at eye level rather than through windows, and the two-hour timeframe leaves your afternoon free for exploring Akaroa's village.
Christchurch to Greymouth: TranzAlpine Train & Southern AlpsYou board in Christchurch, travel one way to Greymouth on an award-winning train with open viewing decks and GPS-guided commentary, pass through the Southern Alps and beech rainforest, and arrive on the West Coast ready to explore. Café carriage on board; all taxes and fees included. Ideal if you're moving between regions rather than doing a day trip.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling between Christchurch and the West Coast anyway and want the journey itself to be the experience rather than just transport — the one-way format means you're not doubling back, and the viewing decks and commentary turn five hours on a train into a guided passage through the South Island's geography.
Marlborough: Self-Guided Bike Wine Tour with Shuttle & MapYou’ll start your day in Renwick with friendly locals who’ll set you up on comfy bikes (with wine panniers!) and give you tips for exploring Marlborough’s cellar doors at your own pace. Taste local wines, snack on cheese platters under the sun, and relax knowing there’s always backup if you need it. It’s less like a tour and more like being let loose in wine country—with just enough help when you want it.
Queenstown: Lord of the Rings Film Locations & PropsYou visit five Lord of the Rings filming locations across Queenstown's valleys, dress up in authentic props, see original scripts and production call sheets, and stop for tea in Arrowtown — all in a half day without arranging transport or timing the stops yourself. The guide's knowledge of the production makes the difference between standing in a pretty valley and understanding why it was chosen.Is it for me?Right for Lord of the Rings fans who want to see the actual filming locations without renting a car or planning the stops themselves — the guide's knowledge of the production and the authentic props make the difference between a scenic drive and understanding why each valley was chosen.
Queenstown: Family Rafting Shotover River & Skippers CanyonYou’ll float down Queenstown’s Shotover River with your family, paddle gentle rapids together, and hear stories about Skippers Canyon’s gold-mining days from your local guide. There’s time for riverside snacks and silly moments in the raft—plus all equipment is sorted for you. It’s an easygoing adventure that leaves you smiling long after you dry off.
Mt Cook & Hooker Valley small group tour from QueenstownA 12-hour small group tour from Queenstown to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park with a local guide, hotel pickup and free time to walk or simply stand in front of New Zealand's highest peak. The route climbs through Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass and past Lake Pukaki; once at Mt Cook Village, you decide whether to walk the Hooker Valley Track or take in the alpine views from the road. Walks are self-guided; a restroom is on board in some options.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and the pace is relaxed, so you're not rushed through the stops or the commentary—you can ask questions and linger where the views hold your attention. A moderate level of fitness helps because the Hooker Valley Track involves walking on uneven surfaces, but you're never forced to do it; if walking isn't for you, the village and the views from the road are enough.
Marlborough: Winemakers Day Tour & Boutique Wineries with LunchYou’ll wander through Marlborough vineyards with a local winemaker as your guide, tasting boutique wines straight from family cellars. Expect relaxed chats over lunch at a vineyard restaurant, stories from people who make their own wine, and maybe even chocolate or craft beer before heading back—plus that feeling you only get when you’re part of something local for a day.
Larnach Castle & Gardens: Otago Peninsula Admission TicketYou get entry to New Zealand's only castle, set on the Otago Peninsula with views across farmland and coast. Explore Victorian rooms filled with antique furniture, watch a video about the ongoing restoration, browse the gift shop, and walk the internationally significant gardens at your own pace. The Ballroom Café is open all day for refreshments. You'll need your own transport to reach the castle, and should plan at least two hours, though most visitors stay longer.Is it for me?Right for travelers with a rental car or arranged transport who want to see a genuine Victorian castle and walk its gardens without a fixed schedule or guide—you move at your own pace and spend as long as you need. The ground floor is fully accessible; upper floors require stairs, and the gardens have uneven terrain in places.
Marlborough Sounds: Pelorus Mail Boat Cruise & Remote DeliveryYou’ll join real mail deliveries by boat through Marlborough Sounds, stopping at remote jetties where locals greet you with stories or even home-baked treats. With live commentary from your guide and hot drinks onboard, you’ll experience both wild scenery and small-town warmth—plus that odd feeling of being part of something ongoing.
Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from WanakaA small-group jet boat adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka takes you down the second-longest river in New Zealand through glacial terrain, the famous Snake section, and a rare switchback called Devils Nook, with live commentary and 360-degree spins included. Children from age 4 are welcome; the ride runs about 75 minutes and operates in all weather. A minimum of two people per booking applies.Is it for me?The jet boat departs from Wanaka itself, so if you're staying in town or arriving without a car, you don't need to arrange transport to the river. The small-group format and fixed schedule mean you book once and the timing holds—no coordinating with other travelers or building the day yourself.
Christchurch Gondola Ticket & Mt Cavendish Summit ViewsYou ride a cable car 900 meters up to a volcanic crater rim overlooking Christchurch, the Canterbury Plains, and Lyttelton Harbour. At the summit, you watch a video about the city's history and geology, grab a coffee, or browse the shop. If you add the punt option, you'll need to book your river timeslot before arrival.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a single, high-vantage view of how Christchurch is laid out — the crater, the harbor, the plains, the rebuilt skyline — without needing a guide or spending half a day. The cable car does the work; you just stand and look.
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›
