DAY TRIPS · NEW ZEALAND
Good day trips from new zealand sell out weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of the Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves day trip from Auckland, including transport, lunch, pricing, cave tips, guides, and practical advice.
“Fun and engaging tour! Our guide, Shelly was absolutely wonderful! She kept us entertained and informed through out the tour.”
Review of the Queenstown to Milford Sound coach and cruise, with scenic stops, wildlife, lunch, guide tips, value, and practical advice.
“We loved everything. It all went very smoothly, guide was good and knowledgeable. Felt very safe with his driving, he was very friendly and helpful. Catamaran staff were excellent, taking photos, commentary was entertaining. Would recommend this tour.”
Tour Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves from Auckland in one day, with lunch, transport, local guides, countryside views, and a Green Dragon drink.
“Hobbiton was so dreamy, no words to describe just go and experience. Waitomo caves was magnificent, so many amount of sparkly worms up in the ceiling. Majestic.”
Review of RealNZ’s 7-hour Doubtful Sound trip from Manapouri, with Lake Manapouri, Wilmot Pass, wildlife, costs, tips, and honest advice.
“This was my third time on the Doubtful Sound trip and yet again it was amazing”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, cruise beneath waterfalls, spot wildlife, and return over Fiordland in one spectacular day.
“The professionalism of the whole process from booking to pick ups, logistics of all the people getting onboard different planes, communication was amazing Pilot so friendly and knowledgeable of the amazing diverse landscapes. Boat crew also great communication and professionalism The full day trip is a must Nothing to fault Highly recommend A Must do”
Review of Auckland’s Hobbiton day trip with coach transport, guided movie set tour, Green Dragon drink, and festive buffet lunch.
“Great tour of Hobbiton! The driver guide talked a lot about Auckland which was good. The guide at Hobbiton was funny and engaging. The buffet lunch was delicious! everything ran smoothly. I only wish the bus windows were clean so we could see the sights Nikki pointed out more clearly.”
Review of RealNZ’s Queenstown to Milford Sound coach and cruise, with scenic stops, practical tips, costs, and honest advice.
“Loved it. Brian was an excellent guide and driver, and the views were amazing.”
Review of Southern Discoveries’ Milford Sound coach trip from Queenstown, with scenic stops, a two-hour cruise, practical tips, and value advice.
“It was a superb day. Junior, the driver, was knowledgeable and friendly. He ran a tight ship which allowed the tour to run smoothly. At the port, there seemed a lack of organisation as to where people would queue. This led to two queues forming.”
A boat, a castle, a waterfall or a very long lunch.
