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New Zealand South Island Itineraries & Tours

Tranquility and awe abound with a tour of New Zealand. Remoteness and raw beauty make the region a must-see for adventurers and nature-lovers alike. Paddle through staggering fjords and hike along magnificent glaciers as you indulge in a spectacular wilderness. Explore the South Island’s kaleidoscopic landscape with an adventure tailored to you by Zicasso.

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Misty morning on the Southern Island New Zealand

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,800

Adventures of New Zealand's South Island

Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Greymouth
Go down the Shotover River by jet boat, Queenstown, New Zealand

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,900

Marvelous Highlights Tour of New Zealand’s South Island

Queenstown, Franz Josef Glacier, Westhaven Inlet
Savor great taste while wine tasting in Otago, Wanaka region.

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,700

Best New Zealand South Island Vacation in 9 Days

Christchurch, Aoraki Mt. Cook, Wanaka, Te Anau, Milford Sound +1 more
Milford Sound in New Zealand

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $9,200

New Zealand South Island Itinerary in One Week

Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Abel Tasman National Park
Jet boating in Queenstown, New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,900

Adventurous Two-Week South Island Family Vacation

Queenstown,   Blenheim,  Christchurch, Doubtful Sound
Beautiful landscape of the South Island, New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $16,000

New Zealand’s South Island Tour: Christchurch, Queenstown & More

Christchurch, Omarama, Oamaru, Dunedin,  Queenstown +4 more

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Couple sitting on the pier at Nelson Lake National Park

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $16,000

Romantic South Island Vacation for Couples

Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Blenheim +2 more
Queenstown with the Remarkables mountains in the background

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,700

New Zealand’s South Island: Leisure Tour for Seniors

Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaiki +5 more
Surround yourself with the natural beauty of Kaikoure Island

13 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,300

Heritage Tour of New Zealand’s South Island: Powhiri to Pounamu

Christchurch, Kaikoura, Mount Cook Village, Oamaru, Dunedin +7 more
Lupins and Lake Tekapo, South Island, New Zealand

17 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,000

Ultimate South Island Nature Tour: Fjords, Mountains & Beaches

Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook Village, Wanaka, Queenstown +7 more
Milford Sound in New Zealand

13 Day Trip IdeaFrom $11,400

Best of New Zealand's South Island

Christchurch, Mt. Cook, Dunedin, Otago Peninsula, Te Anau +3 more
Couple enjoying a sunset in New Zealand

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,700

Exclusive South Island New Zealand Tour for Couples

Christchurch, Kaikoura, Marlborough Sounds, Queenstown

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Reviews of Zicasso's New Zealand South Island Itineraries & Tours

Based on 1767 verified traveler reviews.

New Zealand Tour Review: Maori Experience, 20 Days

The trip was wonderful! Zicasso’s travel specialist planned an excellent itinerary. We enjoyed all our tours, many of which we would not have done if we planned our trip on our own. This is the first time we have used a travel agent and because of our good experience, we will use one again.

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Australia, New Zealand Vacation Review: Waiheke Island, Hobbiton, Tongariro, Milford Sound, Dart River, Penguin Parade, Wine Tasting, Hiking, 3 Weeks

It was amazing. Zicasso’s travel specialist planned the whole thing for us. It was absolutely seamless. All the accommodations, rental car, transfers, tours, and flights were perfect. It was a trip of a lifetime for us and it was magical. I even called the travel specialist a couple of times to ask a question and he was right there for us. His job wasn’t over until we returned home.

I can never thank him enough for such a fabulous experience! I would highly recommend this travel specialist. He is such a professional. We toasted him often while we were there! Here’s to you, our travel specialist!

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New Zealand Trip Review: Rotorua, Waiotapu, Abel Tasman, Picton, Christchurch, Mount Cook, Fox Glacier, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Helicopter Ride, 12 Nights

Zicasso’s travel specialist and her team helped craft an outstanding trip for us in New Zealand.

We originally entertained three proposals from different travel companies. The one from this travel company was one of the more interesting and unique proposals.

Once selected as our preferred travel company, they were most helpful and accommodating in adjusting plans and offering alternative options to allow us to have a great New Zealand experience.

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Fiji, Australia, New Zealand Honeymoon Vacation Review: Great Barrier Reef, Rotorua, Snorkeling, 3-Week Trip

We had the most amazing honeymoon! We had a jam-packed schedule for our three-week trip and everything went incredibly smoothly. We loved all of the activities and tours that were planned by Zicasso's travel specialist. All the accommodations were great and met our expectations. We had the best trip and appreciate all of our travel specialist’s hard work planning it!

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New Zealand Solo Vacation Review: Kayaking, 9-Day Trip

It was wonderful. Everything was excellent. The hotels were all very conveniently located close to bus stops and exciting areas to explore. It was seamless from the very first pickup at the airport.

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New Zealand, Australia Travel Review: Queenstown, Sydney, Uluru, Port Douglas, Milford Sound, 17 Days

The trip was perfectly planned by Zicasso's travel company and gave us a beautiful introduction to New Zealand and Australia. The hotels were lovely. Tours and pickups were right on time.

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