Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in South Island (Updated 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
Picton Wine & Scenic Adventure: VIP Cruise Excursion

The only Marlborough wine tour organized by a local winemaker we will tailor make this wine tour to perfection. Make the most of your short …More

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The only Marlborough wine tour organized by a local winemaker we will tailor make this wine tour to perfection. Make the most of your short...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$906
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown

This immersive 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting the majority of the top attractions in New …More

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This immersive 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting the majority of the top attractions in New...

5 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,427
Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier

Enjoy the ultimate glacial experience on this 40-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Fox Glacier. This flight tour covers it all including glacial icefalls …More

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Enjoy the ultimate glacial experience on this 40-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Fox Glacier. This flight tour covers it all including glacial icefalls...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$403
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you …More

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An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
Private Luxury Queenstown Portrait 4WD Gold Heritage Tour

Private pickup, luxury Land Rover, expert local guide, and professional photography — all included, no extras. Your group only, your pace, at locations chosen for …More

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Private pickup, luxury Land Rover, expert local guide, and professional photography — all included, no extras. Your group only, your pace, at locations chosen for...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$735
Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in …More

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$2,601
Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Aoraki / Mount Cook was named the cloud piercer by Máori.  You’ll see for yourself on this flight over the Ben Ohau mountain range and …More

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Aoraki / Mount Cook was named the cloud piercer by Máori.  You’ll see for yourself on this flight over the Ben Ohau mountain range and...

35 minutes Free Cancellation
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$345
Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)

Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land …More

Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$210
Stargazing Astronomy Tours at Manuka Skies Hanmer Springs

Manuka Skies is a truely unique stargazing location. With minimal light pollution, and in a setting of native forest and wildlife, you will be visiting …More

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Manuka Skies is a truely unique stargazing location. With minimal light pollution, and in a setting of native forest and wildlife, you will be visiting...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Mustang V8 U-Drive - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are …More

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$225
60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)

This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of …More

This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour

Explore the beautiful alpine setting of Arthur's Pass National Park on this shore excursion from Lyttelton Port via guided coach, including time for lunch (own …More

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Explore the beautiful alpine setting of Arthur's Pass National Park on this shore excursion from Lyttelton Port via guided coach, including time for lunch (own...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$190
Picton & Blenheim Scenic Tour

Travel in a comfortable van, relax and watch the countryside out the window as we go from location to location. Guide lives locally and will …More

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Travel in a comfortable van, relax and watch the countryside out the window as we go from location to location. Guide lives locally and will...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$74
5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island

This curated 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting many of the top attractions in New Zealand's …More

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This curated 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting many of the top attractions in New Zealand's...

5 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,512
Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

Heli Glenorchy’s Snow Landing is a short and scenic flight into the mountains, with a stunning landing in the snow. Perfect for photos, snow play, …More

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Heli Glenorchy’s Snow Landing is a short and scenic flight into the mountains, with a stunning landing in the snow. Perfect for photos, snow play,...

30 to 150 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$224
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch

Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. You will be picked up from your accommodation and transfered to the …More

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Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. You will be picked up from your accommodation and transfered to the...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$139
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty sperm whales that live …More

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Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty sperm whales that live...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$331
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and …More

Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Gibbston Half-Day Private Wine Tour with Hotel Pickup

After complimentary accommodation pick-up, we will set off for the heart of Gibbston on a small private tour to visit four cellar doors and journey …More

After complimentary accommodation pick-up, we will set off for the heart of Gibbston on a small private tour to visit four cellar doors and journey...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (37)
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$243
Kaikōura Scenic Heli-Gin Experience

Indulge in a truly exclusive Kaikōura helicopter tour that combines breathtaking aerial views with a premium gin tasting experience. Relax and enjoy a scenic flight …More

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Indulge in a truly exclusive Kaikōura helicopter tour that combines breathtaking aerial views with a premium gin tasting experience. Relax and enjoy a scenic flight...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour

This full-day small-group tour from Blenheim or Picton takes you to the Omaka Heritage Aviation Centre (entry fees apply). This is a popular icon stop …More

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This full-day small-group tour from Blenheim or Picton takes you to the Omaka Heritage Aviation Centre (entry fees apply). This is a popular icon stop...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
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