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New Zealand South Island Tours in March 2027

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10 best New Zealand South Island tour packages in March

  • New Zealand Southern Pioneer Tour
     New Zealand Southern Pioneer - 14 destinations
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    New Zealand Southern Pioneer

    2.3 (4 traveler reviews)
    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Lake Ohau, Twizel,Kawarau Gorge,Queenstown,Arrowtown,Wanaka,Lake Hawea,Lake Wanaka,Franz Josef,Greymouth,Arthur's Pass National Park+9 more
    Age Range
    Ages 15+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    25% Off
    From $4,060
    US$3,045per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    5 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • Southern Crossing - Small Group Tour Tour
     Southern Crossing - Small Group Tour - 12 destinations
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    Southern Crossing - Small Group Tour

    5.0 (1 traveler review)

    "Excellent south islamf tour going to the main spots!"

    Duration
    8 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park,Castle Hill Peak,Franz Josef,Lake Hawea,Wanaka,Queenstown,Te Anau,Milford Sound,Lake Tekapo+8 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-49
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Kiwi Experience
    25% Off
    From
    US$1,159per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    14 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    29 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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  • Remarkable New Zealand - 20 days Tour
     Remarkable New Zealand - 20 days - 29 destinations
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    Remarkable New Zealand - 20 days

    4.0 (1 traveler review)
    Duration
    20 days
    Destinations
    Auckland, Coromandel, Whitianga, Rotorua, Te Puia, Napier,Wellington,Nelson,Picton,Blenheim,Marlborough,Abel Tasman National Park,Kaiteriteri,Punakaiki,Franz Josef,Hokitika,Wanaka,Mount Cook,Mount Aspiring National Park,Te Anau,Arrowtown,Milford Sound,Queenstown,Fiordland National Park,Twizel,Lake Tekapo,Fairlie,Geraldine,Christchurch+23 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South IslandNew Zealand North Island+1 more
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    On The Go Tours
    25% Off
    From
    US$10,720per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    6 Mar, 2027
    4 spaces left
    20 Mar, 2027
    4 spaces left
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  • New Zealand West Coast Adventure Tour
     New Zealand West Coast Adventure - 14 destinations
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    New Zealand West Coast Adventure

    4.7 (3 traveler reviews)

    "Had a great time during first visit to South Island, fantastic choice of places to see and experience."

    Duration
    7 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Hanmer Springs, Westport, Cape Foulwind,Punakaiki,Kumara,Hokitika,Okarito,Westland Tai Poutini National Park,Fox Glacier,Franz Josef,Mount Aspiring National Park,Wanaka,Queenstown+10 more
    Age Range
    Ages 15+
    Regions
    New Zealand South IslandSouthern Alps+1 more
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    15% Off
    From $2,595
    US$2,206per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    7 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    14 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • New Zealand Panorama (Southbound) Tour
     New Zealand Panorama (Southbound) - 14 destinations
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    New Zealand Panorama (Southbound)

    4.7 (13 traveler reviews)

    "It was amazing, made the trip that much better."

    Duration
    16 days
    Destinations
    Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura,Picton,Christchurch,Arthur's Pass National Park,Hokitika,Franz Josef,Haast,Wanaka,Queenstown+8 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-35
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Contiki
    14% Off
    From $3,000
    US$2,575per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    2 Mar, 2027
    9 spaces left
    10 Mar, 2027
    7 spaces left
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  • New Zealand: South Island Encompassed Tour
     New Zealand: South Island Encompassed - 16 destinations
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    New Zealand: South Island Encompassed

    4.6 (26 traveler reviews)

    "Breathtaking sights, great people and a well put together tour. I felt like I saw the best of what the South has to offer."

    Duration
    16 days
    Destinations
    Wellington, Abel Tasman National Park, Cape Foulwind,Westport,Punakaiki,Franz Josef,Queenstown,Fiordland National Park,Milford Sound,Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park,Lake Tekapo,Christchurch,Kaikoura,Picton+11 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-39
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    G Adventures
    25% Off
    From $2,699
    US$2,024per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    4 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    11 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • Southern Secrets - Small Group Tour Tour
     Southern Secrets - Small Group Tour - 5 destinations
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    Southern Secrets - Small Group Tour

    5.0 (1 traveler review)

    "amazing it was! cool acitivities, good advices what to do/where to go and of course, many amazing people to meet!"

    Duration
    8 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Kaikoura, Abel Tasman National Park,Hanmer Springs+1 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-49
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Kiwi Experience
    25% Off
    From
    US$1,030per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    7 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    22 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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  • Big South Tour
     Big South - 16 destinations
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    Big South

    4.8 (12 traveler reviews)

    "My trip was absolutely amazing!! Thank you Tourradar and Wild Kiwi!!!"

    Duration
    14 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Milford Sound,Wanaka,Haast,Franz Josef,Hokitika,Punakaiki,Abel Tasman National Park,Marlborough,Picton,Kaikoura+9 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-39
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Wild Kiwi
    10% Off
    From $2,247
    US$2,022per person
    +$337 upfront costs
    Price based on Shared Room
    6 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    13 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • New Zealand – South Island Multisport Tour
     New Zealand – South Island Multisport - 18 destinations
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    New Zealand – South Island Multisport

    4.5 (2 traveler reviews)

    "The itinerary was fast paced, included great hikes, a fun kayak trip and a half day of biking."

    Duration
    15 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Kaikoura, Marlborough, Marahau,Abel Tasman National Park,Punakaiki,Okarito,Franz Josef,Wanaka,Queenstown,Fiordland National Park,Milford Sound,Twizel,Mount Cook+10 more
    Age Range
    Ages 12+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    G Adventures
    10% Off
    From
    US$4,399per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    7 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    14 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • A Self-Drive Odyssey Across New Zealand - Private Tour
     A Self-Drive Odyssey Across New Zealand - Private - 17 destinations
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    A Self-Drive Odyssey Across New Zealand - Private

    Duration
    14 days
    Destinations
    Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua, Napier, Picton, Blenheim,Kaikoura,Christchurch,Lake Tekapo,Wanaka,Queenstown,Te Anau,Fiordland National Park,Milford Sound+8 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Country Region
    New Zealand South IslandNew Zealand North Island+1 more
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Vio Travel
    5% Off
    From $3,045
    US$2,893per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    2 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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  • 9 Day \'Kaka\' South Island Select Tour Tour
     9 Day \'Kaka\' South Island Select Tour - 8 destinations
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    9 Day 'Kaka' South Island Select Tour

    4.3 (3 traveler reviews)

    "The whole trip had such a good balance of included activities and optional extras, so you could make the experience your own."

    Duration
    9 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau,Milford Sound,Mount Cook+2 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Stray Travel
    5% Off
    From
    US$2,470per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    6 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    20 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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  • New Zealand South Island Express Tour
     New Zealand South Island Express - 12 destinations
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    New Zealand South Island Express

    4.3 (9 traveler reviews)

    "Loved the whole trip. Our guide Duli was amazing he read our wishes from our lips and made them happen."

    Duration
    9 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Kawarau Gorge,Milford Sound,Arrowtown,Wanaka,Lake Wanaka,Franz Josef,Lake Hawea,Haast+7 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    5% Off
    From
    US$1,510per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    2 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    9 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • Southern Voyager Tour
     Southern Voyager - 7 destinations
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    Active

    Southern Voyager

    4.7 (111 traveler reviews)

    "Awesome trip, great guide and plenty of activities to do."

    Duration
    7 days
    Destinations
    Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Milford Sound,Franz Josef+1 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-39
    Physical Rating
    Active
    Regions
    New Zealand South IslandMilford Sound+1 more
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Wild Kiwi
    10% Off
    From $1,152
    US$1,037per person
    +$173 upfront costs
    Price based on Shared Room
    6 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
    13 Mar, 2027
    10+ spaces left
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  • 11 Day \'Takahe\' South Island Select Tour Tour
     11 Day \'Takahe\' South Island Select Tour - 10 destinations
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    Hiking & Trekking

    11 Day 'Takahe' South Island Select Tour

    5.0 (3 traveler reviews)

    "Well planned. Very interesting tour."

    Duration
    11 days
    Destinations
    Picton, Marahau, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau,Milford Sound,Mount Cook,Christchurch+3 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Stray Travel
    10% Off
    From
    US$2,729per person
    Price based on Private Single Room
    4 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    18 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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  • Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys Tour
     Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys - 16 destinations
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    Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys

    4.7 (9 traveler reviews)

    "Great stops with lots of information and photo opportunities."

    Duration
    12 days
    Destinations
    Auckland, Waiheke Island, Waitomo, Rotorua, Christchurch,Arthur's Pass National Park,Lake Tekapo,Mount Cook,Wanaka,Arrowtown,Queenstown,Fiordland National Park+7 more
    Age Range
    Ages 12+
    Country Region
    New Zealand South Island
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
    25% Off
    From $6,419
    US$4,814per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    7 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
    14 Mar, 2027
    10 spaces left
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