The 5 Best 6-Day Experiences in New Zealand

1.6 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Christchurch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $3,506Our pick

Travel from Christchurch to Queenstown with a private guide-driver, hotel pickup, WiFi, snacks, and a flexible choice of major South Island sights. Add activities such as the TranzAlpine train, stargazing, a Mt Cook helicopter ride, Milford Sound, glowworm caves, jet boating, and more.

“This was a fantastic experience. Raghav, did a great job and was extremely organized. He picked us up in Christchurch and took excellent care from then on. His van was comfortable, even equipped with wifi and also had cords I could chargRead more”

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2.6 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,909

Fly from Auckland to Christchurch, then travel privately with a guide-driver through Kaikōura or Akaroa, Arthur’s Pass, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown, and Fiordland. Choose add-ons such as whale watching, stargazing, scenic flights, jet boating, glowworm caves, and hot pools.

“We had the most amazing tour of the South Island with Raghav as our guide and driver! We could not have fit more into our adventure! Every detail was worked out and timed to perfection. The hotel and activity choices were excellent, as weRead more”

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3.6 Day South Island Circut: Milford Sound, Queenstown and Glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $3,425

Travel round-trip from Christchurch on a semi-independent six-day route through Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Franz Josef, and Greymouth. You get five nights in 3- or 4-star hotels, a Milford Sound cruise, glowworm caves, the Skyline Gondola, a glacier shuttle, and the TranzAlpine train, with free time between arranged transfers.

“I honestly would have preferred to go on an expensive tour. There were too many times when one is left wondering, is this where I am supposed to be? Is this the right bus? Oh no, my bus isn't showing up on time, or oh no, my name is not Read more”

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4.6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,449

Travel round-trip from Christchurch by air-conditioned coach, with five nights in 4 to 4.5-star hotels. See Mount Cook, cruise Milford Sound, enjoy a free day in Queenstown, tour Dunedin and Larnach Castle, and take a wildlife cruise around Taiaroa Heads.

“It is a great set of activities that are highlights of each region or city. Of course time is too short for accomplishing all the activities that you may have in mind. You will need to explore those activities on your days with “free time”.”

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5.6 Day Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Milford Sound Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $1,241Best value

Travel by private vehicle from Christchurch through Castle Hill, the West Coast, Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford Sound, and Aoraki/Mount Cook. Your guide can adjust stops for hiking, photography, and views. Mr. Jatin is named in customer feedback, and WiFi is included.

“I recently had the pleasure of booking a Queenstown trip through nature’s trail, the customer service was top-notch and perfectly organized. Every activity—from the scenic gondola ride to the breathtaking cruise on Lake Wakatipu—was well-Read more”

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