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- Silver Operator
- Thrifty Tours
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English
- Group Size 2 - 48
- All Ages Welcome
Highlights
- Take in the incredible scenery of Milford Sound
- Enjoy a thrilling jet boat on Lake Manapouri
- See the magical display of thousands of glowworms
- Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw with lunch at Walter Peak
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Journey to Milford Sound for an unforgettable day
- Day 2 A day for adventure in Te Anau
- Day 3 Check out the enchanting glowworms before travelling back to Queenstown this evening
- Day 4 Cruise on the beautiful Lake Wakatipu
- Day 5 Ride the Gondola up the hill this morning
What's Included
- Accommodation
- 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
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 48 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Operated by
Thrifty Tours
Number of tours
28
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
11 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
- TransportGood
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- JSJOSEPH· February 28th, 2025We enjoyed our tour. All activities, lodging and transportation were scheduled and very smooth. The "New Zealand" app sent was very helpful laying in detail our itinerary and instructions. Communication to the vendor was easily made using the app.Show moreTrip date: February 2025
Dates & Availability
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- From Saturday2 Aug, 2025To Wednesday6 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday3 Aug, 2025To Thursday7 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday4 Aug, 2025To Friday8 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Tuesday5 Aug, 2025To Saturday9 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday6 Aug, 2025To Sunday10 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Thursday7 Aug, 2025To Monday11 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Friday8 Aug, 2025To Tuesday12 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday9 Aug, 2025To Wednesday13 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday10 Aug, 2025To Thursday14 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday11 Aug, 2025To Friday15 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,470 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- S
Sandra
Asked on March 16th, 2025How do I handle dietary requirements during the tour?
Thrifty ToursOperator•Written March 2025Please inform us of any dietary requirements so that we can accommodate them during the tour.
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Heinz
Asked on November 26th, 2024Can I be picked up from my hotel for the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written November 2024
Yes, you will be picked up at a location very close to your hotel.
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Carole
Asked on September 23rd, 2024Is this fully guided and on day 2 with the different walks you can do is a guide provided in the cost when doing these walks or will one have to arranged and paid for? And is accommodation included on the 5th night at the end of the tour?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written September 2024
The Milford Sound tour on day 1 is fully guided. You will receive commentary throughout the day on the coach and cruise from their knowledgeable guides. On day 2 the listed walks are free and not guided. We can arrange a guided tour for an additional cost if you would like. The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation however we can customize the tour to add an extra night on day 5 if you wish.
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Hannah
Asked on July 29th, 2024Is there a single supplement fee?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written July 2024
Yes, the single supplement fee is typically higher due to the fixed costs being covered by one person.
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Nadia
Asked on July 20th, 2024Can I book flights and hotels now?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written July 2024
Yes, you can start booking your flights and hotels now since your tour is confirmed.
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Kristen
Asked on June 10th, 2024What activities are included in the tour itinerary?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written June 2024
The tour includes various activities like visits to places like Milford Sound and several outdoor experiences.
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Youness
Asked on May 3rd, 2024How much is the airport transfer to the motel?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written May 2024
The airport transfer usually costs around $165-$225.
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Julie
Asked on April 8th, 2024Can I use my credit card for transportation in New Zealand?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written April 2024
Yes, you can absolutely use your Visa or Mastercard for transportation in New Zealand.
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Marijn
Asked on February 20th, 2024Is accommodation included in the tour price?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written February 2024
Accommodation is included as part of the tour package, depending on the selected options.
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Denise
Asked on February 2nd, 2024How far is the motel from the central area?
- Thrifty ToursOperator•Written February 2024
The motel is typically a 5-10 minute walk to the central area.
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