Private South Island Tours & Luxury Transfers
Hidden Routes. Curated Journeys. Thoughtful Transfers.
Discreet chauffeur-driven journeys, curated day tours, and multi-day South Island experiences departing from Christchurch and Queenstown.
DAY TOURS
No crowds. No compromise.
MULTI DAY TOURS
Signature routes, quietly perfected.
TRANSFERS
No rush. Arrive well.
LOCALLY OWNED EXPERTISE
Discover New Zealand, Privately and Personally
Exclusive Driver offers private luxury tours and chauffeur transfers throughout Christchurch and the South Island. Whether you are seeking a refined day tour, a multi-day journey, or a seamless private transfer, your experience is entirely yours.
Based in Christchurch, we specialise in personalised travel without the crowds. You travel with one professional driver in one luxury vehicle for the duration of your journey.
There are no tour bus schedules to follow and no signage drawing attention. Just extraordinary landscapes experienced at the right pace.
CURATED JOURNEYS
Remarkable Experiences
New Zealand is best experienced without rush or noise. Our private journeys are thoughtfully designed to reveal both the iconic and the unexpected, allowing time to truly absorb each setting.
Private Day Tours From Christchurch
Our South Island day tours depart from Christchurch and are designed for depth rather than distance. From alpine scenery and high country stations to coastal towns, wildlife encounters and boutique wine regions, each journey is thoughtfully curated.
Travel at your own pace. Pause for a longer lunch. Take the scenic detour. Linger where the view asks you to stay.
Every day is shaped around you.
Multi Day South Island Tours
This is not about racing through a country.
It is about settling into it.
Our private multi-day tours from Christchurch and Queenstown balance iconic landscapes with quieter discoveries. From Aoraki Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo to the West Coast, Milford Sound and beyond, every route is carefully refined.
Whether two days or thirteen, your itinerary flows naturally with every detail managed discreetly behind the scenes.
THOUGHTFUL TRANSFERS
Private Chauffeur Transfers Across the South Island
We believe transfers should feel like part of the journey.
Arrive relaxed and inspired with private chauffeur transfers between Christchurch, Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, Aoraki Mount Cook, Te Anau and Milford Sound.
Unlike standard transport services, we offer the option to include scenic stops along the way. A transfer becomes an experience rather than simply transport.
We specialise in private transfers for individuals, couples and small groups who value comfort, discretion and time.
Monday, March 23rd | Rare "Empty Leg" Availability
Luxury Mercedes Return Special: Queenstown to Christchurch
Why fly when you can experience the Southern Alps from the leather-appointed cabin of a Mercedes-Benz V220d? We have a special one-way return leg available on March 23rd, offering a "First Class" road experience at a significant discount.
Whether you're a small group heading back to Christchurch or travelling solo, enjoy a seamless, stress-free journey with one of our expert drivers.
Exclusive Flash Sale Rates
Per Seat: $349 (Up to 6 seats available)
Private Whole-Van Charter: $1,349 (Incredible value for groups)
Luggage & Comfort Guide
To maintain our premium standard of comfort and safety, we have a strictly defined luggage capacity for this trip:
Max Luggage: 4 Large Suitcases + 4 Carry-on Bags
Passengers: Room for up to 6 people.
Note: This ensures all bags stay in the boot and you enjoy the full legroom and luxury of the V-Class interior.
Why Choose the Mercedes V220d?
Superior Comfort: Ergonomic leather seating and individual climate control.
The Route: Iconic stops at Lindis Pass and Lake Tekapo (Louis knows all the best photo spots).
Brand Quality: Travel in a vehicle that reflects your standards, for less than the price of a standard shuttle.
THE DIFFERENCE
Why Travel With Exclusive Driver
One Professional Driver Throughout
Consistency matters. You travel with the same experienced driver for the duration of your journey, creating ease, familiarity and trust from beginning to end.
Luxury Vehicle, Unmarked and Discreet
Our premium vehicle is purposefully unbranded, allowing you to travel privately and without unnecessary attention.
Over 15 Years Of Professional Driving Experience
Led by Louis Adendorff, each journey reflects meticulous preparation, calm professionalism and an in-depth knowledge of the South Island.
Thoughtfully Curated Routes
Every itinerary is refined to balance iconic destinations with lesser-known landscapes and authentic local experiences.
Flexible and Unhurried
Your experience moves at your pace, allowing space to pause, explore and truly take it in.
FEATURED TOUR
The Signature South Island Journey
A privately guided thirteen-day passage through New Zealand’s most extraordinary landscapes — from the jade rainforests of the West Coast to the silent depths of Doubtful Sound and the celestial skies of the Mackenzie High Country.
Traverse alpine passes, touch down on ancient glacier snow, sail beneath towering fiords, and linger where the world feels vast and unhurried.
AN IMMERSIVE CROSS-ISLAND EXPEDITION — CURATED WITHOUT COMPROMISE, EXPERIENCED WITHOUT RUSH.
PLANNING THE JOURNEY
Frequently Asked Questions
We build each journey to match your style and group size.
Do Your Tours Depart From Christchurch?
Yes. Most day tours depart from Christchurch. Multi-day tours and one way transfers operate from both Christchurch and Queenstown.
Are Your Tours Private?
All tours and transfers are completely private. You will never be grouped with other travellers.
Can We Customise Our Itinerary?
Yes. We specialise in tailoring private South Island tours to suit your timeframe and interests.
Get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Do You Offer Private Transfers Within the South Island?
Yes. We provide private transfers across the South Island, with the option to include scenic stops and points of interest along the journey.
What Makes Exclusive Driver Different From Other Christchurch Tour Companies?
We provide one dedicated professional driver, a discreet luxury vehicle, and a personalised experience without crowds or fixed bus schedules.
HIDDEN ROUTES
CURATED JOURNEYS
THOUGHTFUL TRANSFERS
LUXURY AWAITS
Begin Your South Island Journey
Whether you are visiting Christchurch, travelling through Queenstown, or planning a private South Island itinerary, we would be delighted to assist.
Experience New Zealand privately. Comfortably. Exceptionally.
Exclusive Driver is a Christchurch-based private chauffeur service offering luxury tours and transfers across the South Island.
Travel privately. Travel thoughtfully.
