THE BEST culinary and foodie tours in South Island (Updated November 2026)

South Island, New Zealand

Check out the Top 10 South Island Food & Culinary Tours. Eat like a Local & Experience the Foodie Delights of South Island.

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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
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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$909
Canterbury Winery tour from Christchurch

Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury …More

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Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$528
Premium Queenstown Wine Tour

Discover the diverse wines of Central Otago on this full-day wine tour from Queenstown. Travel through the Bannockburn, Cromwell, and at different times Wanaka wine …More

Discover the diverse wines of Central Otago on this full-day wine tour from Queenstown. Travel through the Bannockburn, Cromwell, and at different times Wanaka wine...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$162
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
1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

This tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends. We are sure that you will enjoy this unique experience and …More

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This tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends. We are sure that you will enjoy this unique experience and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$298
Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Picton

This full-day Marlborough experience takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore and enjoy …More

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This full-day Marlborough experience takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore and enjoy...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$207
Kinross Winery: Pinot Noir Wine Tasting Experience

Enjoy some of Central Otago's finest Pinot Noir wines from Hawkshead, High Garden, Kinross, Valli and Wild Irishman and learn about the legends who pioneered …More

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Enjoy some of Central Otago's finest Pinot Noir wines from Hawkshead, High Garden, Kinross, Valli and Wild Irishman and learn about the legends who pioneered...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$26
Kinross Winery: Premium Central Otago Wine Tasting Experience

Enjoy some of Central Otago's finest wines from Hawkshead, High Garden, Kinross, Valli and Wild Irishman and learn about the legends who pioneered wine production …More

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Enjoy some of Central Otago's finest wines from Hawkshead, High Garden, Kinross, Valli and Wild Irishman and learn about the legends who pioneered wine production...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$43
Private Driving Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

Our Private Driving Wine Tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim or Renwick …More

Our Private Driving Wine Tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim or Renwick...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$341
Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

Fly to the vines with Altitude Tours on a Helicopter Wine Tour. Begin your day being picked up from your Queenstown accommodation before taking a …More

Fly to the vines with Altitude Tours on a Helicopter Wine Tour. Begin your day being picked up from your Queenstown accommodation before taking a...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$545
Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim

This full-day Marlborough experience from Blenheim takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore …More

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This full-day Marlborough experience from Blenheim takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day …More

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$156
Nelson Self-Guided E-Bike Wine Tour: Great Taste Trail & Seifried

Ride Tasman's Great Taste Trail from Nelson on an e-bike, at your own pace, to a wine tasting at Seifried, the South Island's oldest family …More

Ride Tasman's Great Taste Trail from Nelson on an e-bike, at your own pace, to a wine tasting at Seifried, the South Island's oldest family...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$142
Great Taste Beer Tour; Self-guided E-bike tour & tastings

If you love beer and fancy getting some exercise at the same time, this is the tour for you! We cater for groups, big and …More

If you love beer and fancy getting some exercise at the same time, this is the tour for you! We cater for groups, big and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$71
Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough

Marlborough's Wine and Gourmet experience is something you should not miss....Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail with your menu tailor-made for your tastes with a matching …More

Marlborough's Wine and Gourmet experience is something you should not miss....Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail with your menu tailor-made for your tastes with a matching...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$508
Full-Day Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delight Tour of Marlborough from Picton

You will experience sensational wines, stunning landscapes and delicious gourmet treats on this relaxing tour departing Picton, offering a full-day experience of the Marlborough wine …More

You will experience sensational wines, stunning landscapes and delicious gourmet treats on this relaxing tour departing Picton, offering a full-day experience of the Marlborough wine...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but …More

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
Kinross Winery: Valli Wine Tasting Experience

Embark on an extraordinary wine journey guided by our talented Wine Advisor. They will lead you through a tasting experience with the exquisitely crafted, award-winning …More

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Embark on an extraordinary wine journey guided by our talented Wine Advisor. They will lead you through a tasting experience with the exquisitely crafted, award-winning...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$26
Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what …More

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what...

60 to 210 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$2,008
Milford Sound Small Group Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Max 8

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound …More

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound...

12 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$463
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