Smylies Tours

Smylies Mission

To deliver services to customers which enrich their understanding of others and the environment by providing quality travel and accommodation experiences.

Who are we?.

 A team of dedicated Drivers and Guides, who look after your tour needs throughout the South island and are able to cater for all your group travel requirements.

We specialize in Canterbury  HighSchools and tertiary  international Students tours ,from Airport transfers , 1 day  sightseeing and transfers to multi day overnight trip with activities 

Colin and Keiko have three grown children, Toshi, Erika and Georgi  and Kuni the walking garbage disposal unit and Anzac the alpaca's.

We have run our hostel as a family business and incorporate that philosophy into the Tours side as well.  With 25 years experience under the belt Colin is well versed in Health and Safety and Risk and Management which form an integral part of our business.

Gus has 2 grown children Naomi and Sean and has a great wealth of knowledge about New Zealand with a degree in Agricultural Science.  This is coupled with a wealth of Language School experience.  Gus brings the brains to the business and gets Quotes to you within a 24 hrs turnaround period.

The Smylies dedicated team of expert drivers are also your guide on the slopes and chef on the overnight trips.  All bring their own specialities to the team who have been together for many years now.