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Top 10 Best South Island Historical & Heritage Tours

Found 78 Historical & Heritage Tours activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise from Queenstown with Buffet Lunch

(4.7 of 336 reviews)

Journey in comfort with Milford Sound's original cruise operator on one of our low emission coaches. Take in the incredible, panoramic views on the road to Milford Sound. Enjoy entertaining commentary, and let us show you the best... More

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Start From $197.91
 
Milford Sound Coach and Cruise from Queenstown with Buffet Lunch

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise from Queenstown with Buffet Lunch

  • South Island
  • Superb336 reviews4.7

Journey in comfort with Milford Sound's original cruise operator on one of our low emission coaches.....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $197.91
 
 

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

(4.8 of 211 reviews)

Travel in a small group from Christchurch, on a day trip to Aoraki Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo and admire stunning alpine views fro... More

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Start From $138.22
 
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch Likely to Sell Out

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

  • South Island
  • Superb211 reviews4.8

Travel in a small group from Christchurch, on a day trip to Aoraki Mount Cook – the tallest mounta....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $138.22
 
 

Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

(5 of 29 reviews)

Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU... More

Free Cancellation
Start From $118.74
 
Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour Likely to Sell Out

Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb29 reviews5

Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $118.74
 
 

Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

(4.7 of 59 reviews)

Explore spectacular Dunedin city and Otago Peninsula on this full-day small group tour. Visit Baldwin St (steepest street in the world), the University of Otago and Dunedin’s famous Scottish heritage sites. Then we will travel a... More

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Start From $163.35
 
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle Likely to Sell Out

Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

  • South Island
  • Superb59 reviews4.7

Explore spectacular Dunedin city and Otago Peninsula on this full-day small group tour. Visit Baldwi....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $163.35
 
 

Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour

(4.9 of 86 reviews)

A tour that "cruise" the city of Dunedin and Larnach Castle. Sit back and relax and let Horizon Tours introduce you to Dunedin and its iconic buildings and landmarks. ​ Pick up is from Port Chalmers and en-route to Dunedin Cit... More

Free Cancellation
Start From $116.23
 
Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour Likely to Sell Out

Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb86 reviews4.9

A tour that "cruise" the city of Dunedin and Larnach Castle. Sit back and relax and let Horizon To....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $116.23
 
 

Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

(4.9 of 156 reviews)

The highest ranked and longest running Arrowtown and Wanaka Small Group Tour in Queenstown, join the proven best on a awesome adventure. Six hour fun and informative small group tour taking in historic Arrowtown and the beautiful... More

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Start From $131.31
 
Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb156 reviews4.9

The highest ranked and longest running Arrowtown and Wanaka Small Group Tour in Queenstown, join the....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $131.31
 
 

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

(4.4 of 10 reviews)

Arthurs Pass located deep in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. You will be traveling on the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing remarkable landscapes. This tour highlights an example of great engineering, spectacular wa... More

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Start From $238.74
 
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Exellent10 reviews4.4

Arthurs Pass located deep in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. You will be traveling on the Great Al....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $238.74
 
 

Lord of Rings Full-Day Tour around Queenstown Lakes by 4WD

(4.6 of 42 reviews)

This tour brings you to the site of the signature scenes that were shot in the Queenstown Lakes region. This tour covers a lot of ground to show you the beautiful and varied sights of the area. For film enthusiasts, nature lovers,... More

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Start From $345.55
 
Lord of Rings Full-Day Tour around Queenstown Lakes by 4WD Likely to Sell Out

Lord of Rings Full-Day Tour around Queenstown Lakes by 4WD

  • South Island
  • Superb42 reviews4.6

This tour brings you to the site of the signature scenes that were shot in the Queenstown Lakes regi....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $345.55
 
 

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

(4.4 of 110 reviews)

Visit Ship Cove on a morning boat cruise that explores the Marlborough Sounds, a broad network of waterways that makes up 20 percent of New Zealand’s coastline. Enjoy time to disembark at Ship Cove where you can see a memorial t... More

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Start From $60.31
 
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

  • South Island
  • Exellent110 reviews4.4

Visit Ship Cove on a morning boat cruise that explores the Marlborough Sounds, a broad network of wa....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $60.31
 
 

Garden and City tour

(4.4 of 70 reviews)

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can participate so long as it is a cruise ship day. The tour stops at all locations mentioned with a cha... More

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Start From $37.70
 
Garden and City tour Likely to Sell Out

Garden and City tour

  • South Island
  • Exellent70 reviews4.4

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise sh....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $37.70
 
 

8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

(5 of 3 reviews)

Spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure, this 8 day South Island adventure starts and finishes in the diverse city of Christchurch. Turquoise lakes, majestic glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks and the picture-perf... More

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Start From $1,193.09
 
8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour Likely to Sell Out

8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb3 reviews5

Spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure, this 8 day South Island adventure starts ....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $1,193.09
 
 

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

(3.3 of 4 reviews)

This private Full Day Tour explores complete Christchurch city from one edge to another with your private Driver/Guide. Christchurch, known for its English heritage, is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island. ... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $408.38
 
Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour Likely to Sell Out

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

  • South Island
  • Good4 reviews3.3

This private Full Day Tour explores complete Christchurch city from one edge to another with your pr....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $408.38
 
 

Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic on Banks Peninsula

(5 of 109 reviews)

Enjoy a stunning guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from Christchurch. Take in world-class views and see one of New Zealand's most beautiful coastlines with an experienced local guide. G... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $188.48
 
Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic on Banks Peninsula Likely to Sell Out

Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic on Banks Peninsula

  • South Island
  • Superb109 reviews5

Enjoy a stunning guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $188.48
 
 

Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour

(4.6 of 25 reviews)

The stories Gregor researches have rarely been heard before. They are the culmination of years of research and are exclusive to Tales From Darkest Dunedin. Darkest Dunedin has an extensive knowledge of the area and its history so ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $40.84
 
Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour Likely to Sell Out

Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb25 reviews4.6

The stories Gregor researches have rarely been heard before. They are the culmination of years of re....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $40.84
 
 

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

(4.7 of 240 reviews)

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound making this a truly unique tour!... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $70.37
 
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise Likely to Sell Out

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

  • South Island
  • Superb240 reviews4.7

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the onl....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $70.37
 
 

Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Guided Walking Tour and Picnic

(5 of 23 reviews)

Escape the crowds and enjoy an incredible day in the great outdoors, on this stunning guided Crater Rim Walk. Lyttelton harbour is nestled inside an extinct volcano crater. You will be met at Lyttleton Port by your guide, and tran... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $188.48
 
Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Guided Walking Tour and Picnic Likely to Sell Out

Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Guided Walking Tour and Picnic

  • South Island
  • Superb23 reviews5

Escape the crowds and enjoy an incredible day in the great outdoors, on this stunning guided Crater ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $188.48
 
 

Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

(5 of 3 reviews)

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1-1.5 hour lunch break back in Queenstown and change buses for the afternoon tour. M... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $224.92
 
Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour Likely to Sell Out

Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb3 reviews5

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $224.92
 
 

Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

(4.7 of 180 reviews)

An adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery, thrilling 4WD action whilst discovering LOTR filming locations. Visit the filming locations of Minas Tirith, Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), Gladden Field... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $173.99
 
Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb180 reviews4.7

An adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery, thrilling 4WD action whilst discovering LOTR f....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $173.99
 
 

Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour

(4.6 of 65 reviews)

Join us for a relaxed informative 45 minute tour of the vineyard, winery and wine cave. Visit Home Block, the region's oldest vineyard, step into the winemaking facility where you'll get a behind the scenes glimpse of how some of... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $23.87
 
Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour Likely to Sell Out

Gibbston Valley Wines - Winery Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb65 reviews4.6

Join us for a relaxed informative 45 minute tour of the vineyard, winery and wine cave. Visit Home ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $23.87
 
 

Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle

(4.9 of 60 reviews)

The quickest and most fun option to get to see New Zealands only castle. A fast water taxi ride across the beautiful Otago Harbour to Macandrew Bay, a small seaside village on the Otago Peninsula. Here you transfer to our executiv... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $99.90
 
Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle Likely to Sell Out

Water Taxi and Shuttle to Larnach Castle

  • South Island
  • Superb60 reviews4.9

The quickest and most fun option to get to see New Zealands only castle. A fast water taxi ride acro....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $99.90
 
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