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Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience
Activity duration is 13 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Adventure & outdoor
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Activity duration is 4 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown
Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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World in a day
Activity duration is 5 hours
Free cancellation available
Water activities
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Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Activity duration is 10 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
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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.
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.
South Island sightseeing tours & attractions
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