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Our range of New Zealand independent tours has something for everyone. These New Zealand tours can depart daily and can be modified to suit and offer true New Zealand independent travel options. See what you want to see, when you want to see it on our range of independent coach tours.

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7 day Alpine Express

7 days from Christchurch to Christchurch

TSS Earnslaw, Queenstown, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 4 star - 6 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 29 times in the last 7 days
 

The 7 Day Alpine Express explores all the natural beauty of the West Coast Glaciers, the Southern Lakes region, Fiordland and Mt Cook National Park.  You’ll also enjoy 3 nights in the alpine ‘Adventure Capital’ of Queenstown.

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4 day Southern Circuit

4 days from Queenstown to Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 4 star - 3 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 27 times in the last 7 days
 

A 4 day introduction to the South Island including Mt Cook National Park, Queenstown and the West Coast Glaciers. A highlight is the renowned TranzAlpine scenic train journey.

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Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga Deluxe

4 days from Auckland to Auckland

Cape Reinga, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 4 star - 3 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 29 times in the last 7 days
 

Experience the Bay of Islands, tropical Northland including Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach plus the historic Waitangi Treaty grounds. A cruise to the hole in the rock is also included.

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Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga 3 day Experience

3 days from Auckland to Auckland

Paihia, Bay of Islands
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 3 star - 2 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 28 times in the last 7 days
 

This 3 day tour includes coach travel with Great Sights, a tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, a Russell mini tour, a full day adventure to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach plus a Hole in the Rock Cruise.

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9 day Coast to Coast

9 days from Christchurch to Christchurch

Dunedin railway station, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Motels - 8 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 27 times in the last 7 days
 

This is one of our most popular 9 day South Island touring itineraries. Travel the coastline from Christchurch to Dunedin with an afternoon to explore the 'Edinburgh of the South'. Cross the rich farmland of Southland to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Then visit Milford Sound and a 2 1/2 hour nature cruise. Return to Queenstown for 2 nights and a full day to explore at your leisure. Your journey continues north to the rugged West Coast and the unique Franz Josef region. A full day to fully enjoy the regions walks and unique activities. Then its onto Greymouth where you board the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train for your return across the Southern Alps to Christchurch.

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Auckland to Christchurch 17 day Ultimate Explorer

17 days from Auckland to Christchurch

Dart River Jet, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 4 star - 16 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 25 times in the last 7 days
 

The 17 day Ultimate Explorer visits Bay of Islands, Waitomo Caves, Mitai Maori Village, Hobbiton Movie Set, explore glacier lakes, Milford Sound, Dart River Safari jet boat tour, TSS Earnslaw cruise and dinner, a boutique wine tour and the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train plus much more.

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Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga 3 day Tour

3 days from Auckland to Auckland

Cape Reinga New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Motels - 2 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 29 times in the last 7 days
 

This 3 day tour includes coach travel with Great Sights, a tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, a Russell mini tour, a full day adventure to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach plus a Hole in the Rock Cruise.

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6 day South Island Highlights

6 days from Christchurch to Christchurch

Milford Sound cruise, Fiordland National Park
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 3 star - 5 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 34 times in the last 7 days
 

Travel Christchurch to Mt Cook and on to Queenstown, then visit Milford Sound before taking the Taieri Gorge Train to Dunedin & finishing your tour in Christchurch.

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Glacier Wonder

4 days from Christchurch to Christchurch

Tranzalpine train, New Zealand
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Hotel 3 star - 3 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 31 times in the last 7 days
 

A 4 day introduction to the South Island visiting Mt Cook National Park, 2 nights in Queenstown and a night in Glacier Country to explore the West Coast Glaciers.  A highlight is the renowned Tranz Alpine Scenic Train journey crossing the Southern Alps. This tour can easily be customised to your own schedule.

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4 day Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound highlights

4 days from Christchurch to Christchurch

Autumn Colours, Central Otago
Thrifty Tours
 New Zealand independent tour
 Motels - 3 nights
  Customisable? YES Enquire Enquire
 Viewed 19 times in the last 7 days
 

Highlights include: The world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train, The wild West Coast, Visit Franz Josef Glacier, Lakes Wanaka and Hawea, the Gibbston Valley, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Mt Cook National Park.

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Audrey and Reginald Smith, Kirra Tours 10 day Classic TranzAlpine Panorama - Early Bird, Travelled on 5th December 2018
It would be a pleasure to share my feedback on this terrific tour and impressive company. I could write a long list of details that pleased us about this trip as there was nothing to fault! Firstly, our welcome was warm and friendly and the hotel in...
Cinzia Iten, Independent Coach Northern Wonders, Travelled on 5th December 2018
Perfectly organized and a wonderful trip with beautiful places and funny tours. Thank you!
Monikin Tin-U, Customised North Island Tour for Monikin!, Travelled on 12th November 2018
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