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8 Day Discover Middle Earth

8 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
4.7
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Visit Hobbiton, the home of the Lord of the Rings
  • Enjoy a traditional Maori village concert and dinner
  • Embark on the Safari of the Scenes Glenorchy tour
  • Relax on a scenic cruise of tranquil Milford Sound

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves and Te Puia
  2. Day 2 Some free time in Rotorua before heading off to Hobbiton Village
  3. Day 3 Rotorua to Wellington, the coolest little capital in the world
  4. Day 4 A full day Lord of The Rings focussed tour
  5. Day 5 Today you fly to Queenstown
  6. Day 6 Full day tour into Milford Sound including cruise
  7. Day 7 Take a 4WD Lord of the Rings Safari than free time in Queenstown
  8. Day 8 Today return to Christchurch via Mt Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo
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Thrifty Tours

Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Good
    4.0
  • 4.5
  • L
    · May 2nd, 2023
    New Zealand is a spectacular country, with great nature, parks, trees, rapids, lakes, cities and towns, and great people. All great for a great trip. Tour busses were newer and more comfortable, and guides were knowledgeable and kind. This is a bucket list experience!
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hello Larry, We are delighted to hear your feedback. Thank you very much. The Thrifty Tours Team
    Trip date: April 2023
  • SG
    · March 7th, 2020
    Wonderful experience- saw the most beautiful...
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hi Stephen, Thanks for the great feedback, and fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your time here in New Zealand! Kind regards, The Thrifty Team
    Trip date: February 2020
  • SJ
    · January 9th, 2020
    overall, this was an outstanding tour! amanda,...
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your fabulous feedback Sherie - and for the great photos! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time travelling through our beautiful country. All the best!
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    Trip date: December 2019

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8 days
8 Day Discover Middle Earth
From Auckland to Christchurch

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    Lawrence

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    Are there any dietary options available during the tour?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten December 2024

      We can accommodate dietary restrictions, just let us know your requirements ahead of time.

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    Kirsten Janieke

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

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      Group sizes vary, but we can accommodate small to larger groups; please specify your preference.

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    Marisa

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten September 2024

      Airport pickups are not included, but we can arrange a shuttle for an additional cost.

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    Driss

    Asked on September 12th, 2024

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      The package includes several lunches and some dinners, with options to add meals as needed.

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      The flights typically allow a carry-on of 7kg and two checked bags of 23kg each.

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      We can suggest several hotels in Auckland such as CityLife, Heritage, and Pullman Auckland for your stay.

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      While it's not mandatory, we highly recommend obtaining travel insurance for peace of mind.

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      Our cancellation policy provides flexibility, with specific terms outlined during the booking process.

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      You'll check in at your hotel according to their policies; we can provide you with detailed information.

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      Yes, the tour is completely customizable to better suit your preferences.

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