New Zealand City sightseeing Trips in 2025/2026

Accommodations

BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
PremiumUpscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.

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Ultimate New Zealand

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A beautiful country and an amazing experience! The incredible Contiki road team made the trip seamless and ensured we ticked everything off our bucket list! 100% would recommend this trip, you will not regret it!

Adventure City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Kaikoura

Auckland, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Lake Taupo

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Duration21 days

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New Zealand City Sightseeing Tour: Premium New Zealand Encompassed

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Premium New Zealand Encompassed

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Dramatic peaks, glittering glaciers and geothermal wonders await on this 18-day Premium adventure through New Zealand. With a passionate local leader to guide the way, you’ll journey through a landscape shaped by the elements over thousands of years. Begin in the volcanic North Island, where you'll sip your way around wineries on Waiheke Island, explore the mythical world of Hobbiton and experience the generous hospitality of Tamaki Māori Village. Then, make your way to the South Island to walk through the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy, forage for fresh ingredients with a local chef in Wanaka and cruise the calm, quiet waters of Doubtful Sound.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort, Hut

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Queenstown, Punakaiki

Auckland, Queenstown, Punakaiki, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Gibbston Valley Winery, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Christchurch

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Duration18 days

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New Zealand City Sightseeing Tour: New Zealand Uncovered (northbound)

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New Zealand Uncovered (Northbound)

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Step into a captivating world of volcanic mountains, icy blue lakes and misty rainforests on a 20-day adventure through New Zealand. Visit Mou Waho Island, travel through the geothermal wonders of Rotorua and learn about the cultural significance of pounamu at a local gallery in Franz Josef. Stop by Christchurch Cathedral, which once stood as a symbol of the city before collapsing in the earthquake, relax on the beaches of Coromandel and Raglan and explore the diverse landscapes of Tongariro National Park.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Kaikoura

Auckland, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington, Taupo, Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef

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Duration20 days

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New Zealand Vista

4.7

(13 reviews )

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Consistantly good with the accommodation and sights as well. Good weather, good time of year. People on the trip were friendly. Bus driver and guide were most helpful and friendly

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Queensto

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Rotorua, Wellington, Picton, Omarama, Dunedin, Te Anau

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Duration14 days

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Northern Spotlight

4.3

(6 reviews )

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The highlights of the Northern Spotlight was the Haigi dinner in Rotorua and Hobbiton optional excursion. We had an exceptional guide who explained NZ north Island well.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Wellington, Bay Of Isl

Auckland, Wellington, Bay Of Islands, Rotorua

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Duration8 days

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New Zealand City Sightseeing Tour: New Zealand Southern Pioneer

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New Zealand Southern Pioneer

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New Zealand’s South Island has a reputation as one of the most naturally beautiful places on earth, yet it still manages to defy expectations. On this 10-day round trip from Christchurch, you’ll be met with astonishing sight after astonishing sight as a local leader shows you what they love about their country. Get your heart racing in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world, discover the laidback delights of postcard-perfect Wanaka, stand in awe of the Franz Josef Glacier, and cross the Southern Alps on one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys. Between glacial lakes and snow-capped peaks, you’ll soon see what all the fuss is about.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Christchurch, Ohau, Queenstown

Christchurch, Ohau, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef

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Duration10 days

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Southern Wonders

4.3

(10 reviews )

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We had a wonderful time on tour with Santo our tour director and Pete our driver who both took extra care of my elderly parents who had mobility issues The places we went to were amazing and the meals provided excellent. The accommodation is what one expects in New Zealand but every care was taken to make sure we had everything we needed We were sad when our South Island tour ended

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queen

Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin, Omarama

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Duration9 days

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Iconic North

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You could spend eons exploring New Zealand’s two islands. If you only have time to do the North, this NZ holiday is for you. Discover cosmopolitan cities on an Auckland tour and Wellington tour. Revel in geothermal wonders on a steamy Rotorua tour. Drop in on Lord of the Rings movie sets. And be moved by Maori culture, whether in galleries or traditional villages. The Indigenous heartbeat is strong, wherever you venture on this epic NZ tour.

Local culture City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua

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Duration7 days

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New Zealand Marvel

4.3

(6 reviews )

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Great trip. The guide was great, the driver did a great job and the people themselves were friendly and accommodating. The first picture below is with the guide Chantzee after we walked up "the steepest street in the world" in Dunedin, Baldwin street, the second is of Milford Sound.

Glaciers City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Wellingt

Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Rotorua, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin, Omarama, Picton

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Duration14 days

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Southern Spectacular

4.9

(10 reviews )

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Comprehensive look at New Zealands South Island with an excellent guide in Isabelle who went to great lengths to make our trip both enjoyable and informative.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, T

Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, Te Anau, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki

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Duration10 days

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30 City sightseeing Trips in New Zealand with 234 Reviews

30 City sightseeing Trips in New Zealand with 234 Reviews

Ultimate New Zealand

Premium New Zealand Encompassed

New Zealand Uncovered (Northbound)

New Zealand Vista

Northern Spotlight

New Zealand Southern Pioneer

Southern Wonders

Iconic North

New Zealand Marvel

Southern Spectacular

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