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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 89 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $165 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $160 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Spirit of Baltimore Signature Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live DJ & Bars

Spirit of Baltimore Signature Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live DJ & Bars

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 49 reviews
Price is CA $233 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

Activity duration is 13 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $281 per child
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Attractions

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Queenstown: Ice Bar Entry with Warm Winter Gear and Drink

Queenstown: Ice Bar Entry with Warm Winter Gear and Drink

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $48 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Mount Cook National Park which includes mountains, snow and tranquil scenes

Mount Cook National Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mount Cook National Park, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this walkable area, or seek out its hiking trails.

Mount Cook National Park
Milford Sound

Milford Sound

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

Milford Sound

South Island sightseeing tours & attractions