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11 Day New Zealand's Finest

11 days
From Auckland to Christchurch
5.0
2 traveler reviews
11 Day New Zealand's Finest - Thrifty Tours
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Plan your adventure:
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 50
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Take a dip in the geothermal mud pools at Rotorua
  • Enjoy a traditional Maori dinner and performance
  • Cruise through the majestic Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
  • Witness crystal clear lakes and towering mountains

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Auckland City
  2. Day 2 Auckland to Waitomo to Rotorua
  3. Day 3 Hobbiton day tour from Rotorua
  4. Day 4 Fly Rotorua to Christchurch today
  5. Day 5 Christchurch to Mt Cook National Park
  6. Day 6 Mt Cook National Park to Queenstown
  7. Day 7 Free day to explore Queenstown
  8. Day 8 Milford Sound day tour with Real Journeys
  9. Day 9 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier by Newmans coach
  10. Day 10 Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, Tranz Alpine train to Christchurch
  11. Day 11 Depart Christchurch today
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Thrifty Tours

Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

96%

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...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.5
  • CC
    · August 14th, 2023
    Arrangements for hotels, bus/van pickups were flawless. Every tour was on time and drivers/tour commentators were excellent. Good selection of tours and down time to enjoy New Zealand culture and scenery. Hotels for the most part very good. Some of the smaller vans were cramped with full set of passengers, but coaches comfortable and vans fine with fewer passengers. Overall highly recommended.
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hi Christine! Thank you for sharing your feedback - we really appreciate it! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your New Zealand holiday with Thrifty Tours NZ :)
    Trip date: August 2023
  • RB
    · September 6th, 2019
    All tours and transfers were meticulously planned. Drivers and tour guides were knowledgeable and provided informative commentary. Staff in the hotels were welcoming and friendly, we were given an upgrade at the Millennium Rotorua. Overall, we had a fabulous time in New Zealand, covered a lot of ground in a short timescale and wouldn’t have been able to do that without such a great itinerary planned by Thrifty tours. Kia ora.
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    Trip date: August 2019

Dates & Availability

11 days
11 Day New Zealand's Finest
From Auckland to Christchurch

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Will I receive reminders for important itinerary details?

      You will get reminders and confirmations via our app and email as your departure date approaches.

    • What are the options for accommodations during the tour?

      You can choose between various types of accommodations ranging from 4-star hotels to motor lodges.

    • Can I customize the tour with specific dates and additional nights?

      Yes, you can customize your tour dates and add extra nights based on availability.

    • Is a private tour available?

      The tour is not fully private; you will travel with different groups each day, but some transfers can be private.

    • What happens if I need to change my flight details?

      You can update your flight details with us, and we will arrange the necessary adjustments for your transfers.

    • How do I split payments if multiple travelers are booking?

      During booking, you will have the option to split payments using different cards.

    • Do I need to provide dietary restrictions?

      Yes, please let us know if you have any dietary requirements so we can accommodate you during the tour.

    • What is the price for a single occupancy room?

      The cost for a private room for one person during the tour is available upon request, generally more than the twin share option.

    • How do I make sure my accommodations are confirmed?

      As soon as all bookings are locked in, you will receive the final itinerary confirming your accommodations.

    • Will transportation from the airport to the hotel be provided?

      Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour package from the airport to your hotel.

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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 141112

    • Currency
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      New Zealand
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type I.

      Type I
      New Zealand
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before March 14th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 14th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Thrifty Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Thrifty Tours will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Thrifty Tours" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
    • Cancellation Policy
    • Accessibility
      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.