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- Silver Operator
- Thrifty Tours
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Self-guided
- Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
- Guided in English
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown.
- See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier.
- Witness the crystal clear lakes and towering mountains.
- Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound.
- Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train.
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Christchurch to Mt. Cook National Park to Queenstown
- Day 2 Free day to explore Queenstown
- Day 3 Milford Sound day tour with Real Journeys
- Day 4 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
- Day 5 Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Thrifty Tours
Number of tours
28
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
11 hours
Response rate
100%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
Dates & Availability
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- From Sunday10 Aug, 2025To Thursday14 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday11 Aug, 2025To Friday15 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Tuesday12 Aug, 2025To Saturday16 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday13 Aug, 2025To Sunday17 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Thursday14 Aug, 2025To Monday18 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Friday15 Aug, 2025To Tuesday19 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday16 Aug, 2025To Wednesday20 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday17 Aug, 2025To Thursday21 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday18 Aug, 2025To Friday22 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Tuesday19 Aug, 2025To Saturday23 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,600 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Audray-Anna
Asked on January 25th, 2025Are children allowed to participate in the tour?
Thrifty ToursOperator•Written January 2025Children can join the tour, but some activities may have age restrictions. Please inquire for specific details.
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Rodolfo
Asked on January 7th, 2025What type of accommodation is provided?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written January 2025
The tour provides 3 and 4-star hotel stays with options for double or single room occupancy. Breakfast is included.
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Wilo
Asked on July 10th, 2024What is the cancellation policy for the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written July 2024
The cancellation policy will be detailed during the booking process, including any potential refund timelines and conditions.
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Maxime
Asked on June 24th, 2024What is the payment process for the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written June 2024
Payments can be made through various forms including major credit cards. Full payment details are provided during the booking process.
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Chiara
Asked on May 7th, 2024What meals are provided during the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written May 2024
The tour includes daily breakfast and some meals throughout the trip as specified in the itinerary.
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Janny
Asked on March 7th, 2024Is there a last-minute booking option available?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written March 2024
Late bookings can be accommodated subject to availability and may require a rapid confirmation from your side.
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Bernard
Asked on January 15th, 2024What options are available for making payments?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written January 2024
You can make payments using credit cards and some other standardized payment methods.
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Martinus
Asked on November 22nd, 2023What is included in the tour price?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written November 2023
Tour price includes all accommodations, some meals, and all transports as per the tour itinerary.
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Carla
Asked on November 18th, 2023Can pre or post-tour accommodations be added?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written November 2023
Yes, both pre and post-tour accommodations can be arranged on request.
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Cindy
Asked on October 30th, 2023What are the group sizes for this tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written October 2023
The tours are designed for various group sizes, including options for small or large groups up to fifteen adults.
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