From Christchurch12–13 hours (estimated)
Lake Tekapo & Mount Cook Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Lake Tekapo & Church of the Good Shepherd
- Lake Pukaki viewpoints
- Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
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Private day tours
South Island Day Tours
Discover New Zealand’s spectacular landscapes with Go Kiwi Tours. Explore alpine lakes, majestic mountains, dramatic fiords, charming historic towns, and unforgettable coastal scenery.
All tours are private — your group only
Tours from Christchurch
Departs from Christchurch. Return tours unless labelled one-way.
From Christchurch8–9 hours (estimated)
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Scenic coastal drive
- Akaroa village
- Harbour viewpoints
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From Christchurch8–10 hours (estimated)
Arthur's Pass & Castle Hill Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Canterbury Plains
- Castle Hill limestone formations
- Southern Alps scenery
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From Christchurch10–12 hours (estimated)
Kaikōura Coastal & Wildlife Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Kaikōura coastline
- Peninsula lookout
- Seal-spotting opportunities
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From Christchurch7–9 hours (estimated)
Hanmer Springs Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Scenic countryside
- Hanmer Springs village
- Optional thermal pool admission
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From Christchurch4–6 hours (estimated)
Christchurch City Highlights & Gondola
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
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Tours from Queenstown
Departs from Queenstown. Return tours unless labelled one-way.
From Queenstown12–13 hours (estimated)
Milford Sound Scenic Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Lake Wakatipu scenery
- Te Anau
- Fiordland National Park
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From Queenstown4–6 hours (estimated)
Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Lake Wakatipu
- Glenorchy Wharf
- Scenic mountain viewpoints
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From Queenstown8–9 hours (estimated)
Wānaka & Cardrona Day Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Crown Range scenic drive
- Cardrona historic hotel area
- Wānaka lakefront
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From Queenstown4–6 hours (estimated)
Arrowtown & Gibbston Valley Tour
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Historic Arrowtown
- Kawarau Gorge
- Scenic vineyard region
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From QueenstownFull day (estimated)
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Experience
Return tour · Private · Scenic Day Trips
- Lake Manapōuri connection
- Fiordland scenery
- Doubtful Sound cruise (third-party)
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From Queenstown3–4 hours (estimated)
Walter Peak Farm & Lake Cruise
Return tour · Private · Wildlife & cruises
- Lake Wakatipu cruise (third-party)
- Walter Peak farm experience (third-party)
- Optional dining experience
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Durations and driving times are estimates until confirmed for your date. Cruises, admissions, ferries and meals are not included unless listed in your accepted quote. Weather, tides, wildlife, geyser activity and attraction access are never guaranteed.