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$2,570
Price based on per person in Double / Twin for departure 12 January 2025
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Plan your adventure:
- Silver Operator
- Thrifty Tours
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Self-guided
- Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
- Guided in English
- Age range 1 to 100
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound
- Ride through towering mountains on the TranzAlpine
- Spend the night at the base of Mount Cook
- Gaze in awe at the stunning Franz Josef Glacier
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch
- Day 2 Christchurch to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
- Day 3 Explore the World Heritage area that is Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
- Day 4 Mount Cook National Park to Queenstown
- Day 5 Free day to explore Queenstown
- Day 6 Milford Sound day tour with Real Journeys
- Day 7 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
- Day 8 Explore Franz Josef and the Glacier region
- Day 9 Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, Tranz Alpine train to Christchurch
- Day 10 Depart Christchurch today
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Additional Services
- Transport
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Meals
- Optional
- Additional Services
Operated by
Thrifty Tours
Number of tours
28
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
11 hours
Response rate
95%
It's all about enjoying the flexibility of travelling where you want when you want with all arrangements and the driving taken care of by experts. Our itineraries include: accommodation to suit you; coach, train and ferry travel; and carefully selected activities and attractions. They offer the...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
- AAnonymous· July 7th, 2024Just all brilliant , best experience everTrip date: May 2024
- AAdrian BURCH· July 7th, 2024In my late 70’s and had one of the best experiences of my life
Thrifty Tours commented on this reviewHi Adrian, I am very pleased to hear that. Thank you so much for sharing this with us, much appreciated. You take care and we hope to see you again some time soon. Kind regards, MarissaTrip date: May 2024 - AAnonymous· July 7th, 2024Enough time at each venue to appreciate the sightsTrip date: May 2024
- ABAdrian· July 7th, 2024Made to feel very special. Looked after so well every day. Couldn’t fault anythingThrifty Tours commented on this reviewHello Adrian, I hope everything went well with your holiday. I am delighted to hear that the team made you feel special and well looked after, you are such a valuable client and you are most welcome. We thank you for sharing your experience with us. I... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
Kenia· January 7th, 2024Every little detail was taken care of. Marissa, our organizer, was fantastic. She communicated in a timely and professional manner. It was a truly marvelous experience!Thrifty Tours commented on this reviewKia Ora Kenia, We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience. Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review for us. It is my pleasure to help you make sure everything goes well and smooth. All the best with your... Show moreTrip date: December 2023- GKGoh· May 28th, 2023Fantastic tour. The pick ups were always on time! The accommodation arranged were all good and near to eateries~ Love the day tour too particularly from Christchurch to Mt Cook and Queenstown to Franz Josef! Thank u Malissa too for always prompt and reliable!Show moreThrifty Tours commented on this reviewThank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic tour and that the pick-ups were always on time. We'll make sure to pass on your appreciation to Marissa for her prompt and reliable service. We truly appreciate your kind... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- Gerardine· May 6th, 2023Enjoyed the tour...was a very good experienceThrifty Tours commented on this reviewThanks Gerardine! We are so glad you enjoyed your tour :)Trip date: October 2022
- Gerardine· November 9th, 2022Overall a very good experience. Staff responded very quickly to any query or difficultyThrifty Tours commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind review Gerardine. It's great to hear that you had a very good holiday experience. Thank you for choosing us for your South Island adventure!Trip date: October 2022
- DWDeborah· March 22nd, 2020Fantastic! I was pleased with the accommodations, especially at Mt Cook. I love that I was in the motel where I could walk in and out from my room sit and see the snow top Mtns while I soaked up the warm sun (22 C).Thrifty Tours commented on this reviewThat's fantastic feedback Deborah! I'm glad to hear you had a great time here in New Zealand, especially in Mt Cook!Trip date: March 2020
- SRSarah· March 17th, 2020I couldnt fault this trip if I tried. There was moments when we had no connection and were concerned and the team helped us straight away to get in contact with various tours etc. I would highly recommend!Thrifty Tours commented on this reviewThat's so great to hear Sarah! I hope you had a great time here in New Zealand! We really value this feedback.Trip date: March 2020
Dates & Availability
10 days
10 Day South Island National Parks
From Christchurch to Christchurch
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