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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
- 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
- Introduction
- Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves and Te Puia
- Day 2 Some free time in Rotorua before heading off to Hobbiton Village
- Day 3 Rotorua to Wellington, the coolest little capital in the world
- Day 4 A full day Lord of The Rings focussed tour
- Day 5 Today you fly to Queenstown
- Day 6 Full day tour into Milford Sound including cruise
- Day 7 Take a 4WD Lord of the Rings Safari than free time in Queenstown
- Day 8 Today return to Christchurch via Mt Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo
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
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Thrifty Tours
Number of tours
28
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
12 hours
Response rate
100%
It's all about enjoying the flexibility of travelling where you want when you...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
- Llarry· May 2nd, 2023New 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!Show more
Thrifty Tours commented on this reviewHello Larry, We are delighted to hear your feedback. Thank you very much. The Thrifty Tours TeamTrip date: April 2023 - SGStephen· March 7th, 2020Wonderful experience- saw the most beautiful...Show moreThrifty Tours commented on this reviewHi Stephen, Thanks for the great feedback, and fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your time here in New Zealand! Kind regards, The Thrifty TeamTrip date: February 2020
- SJSherie· January 9th, 2020overall, this was an outstanding tour! amanda,...Show moreThrifty Tours commented on this reviewThanks 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!Trip date: December 2019
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- From Sunday3 Aug, 2025To Sunday10 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday4 Aug, 2025To Monday11 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Tuesday5 Aug, 2025To Tuesday12 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday6 Aug, 2025To Wednesday13 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Thursday7 Aug, 2025To Thursday14 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Friday8 Aug, 2025To Friday15 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday9 Aug, 2025To Saturday16 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday10 Aug, 2025To Sunday17 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday11 Aug, 2025To Monday18 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Tuesday12 Aug, 2025To Tuesday19 Aug, 2025This departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $5,515 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- L
Lawrence
Asked on December 27th, 2024Are there any dietary options available during the tour?
Thrifty ToursOperator•Written December 2024We can accommodate dietary restrictions, just let us know your requirements ahead of time.
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Kirsten Janieke
Asked on December 26th, 2024How many travelers are typically in a group?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written December 2024
Group sizes vary, but we can accommodate small to larger groups; please specify your preference.
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Marisa
Asked on September 13th, 2024How do I arrange for airport transfers?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written 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, 2024What is included in the tour price?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written September 2024
The package includes several lunches and some dinners, with options to add meals as needed.
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Eric
Asked on August 5th, 2024What is the baggage allowance for flights during the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written August 2024
The flights typically allow a carry-on of 7kg and two checked bags of 23kg each.
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Gretha
Asked on July 27th, 2024What are the accommodation options for our stay in Auckland?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written July 2024
We can suggest several hotels in Auckland such as CityLife, Heritage, and Pullman Auckland for your stay.
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Jacqueline
Asked on June 11th, 2024Is travel insurance recommended?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written June 2024
While it's not mandatory, we highly recommend obtaining travel insurance for peace of mind.
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Ashley
Asked on May 23rd, 2024What is the policy for cancellations or refunds?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written May 2024
Our cancellation policy provides flexibility, with specific terms outlined during the booking process.
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Sven
Asked on January 23rd, 2024What are the check-in and check-out procedures?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written January 2024
You'll check in at your hotel according to their policies; we can provide you with detailed information.
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Alexa
Asked on November 22nd, 2023Can I customize my tour itinerary?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written November 2023
Yes, the tour is completely customizable to better suit your preferences.
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