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Testimonials for Thrifty Tours

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David & Rachelamma Thomas, David & Rachelamma's North Island Experience, Travelled on 22 Jun 2025

Absolutely everyone, without exception, was superb. We thank you, Emily, and everyone for a very enjoyable experience.

Darayes Parakh, New Zealand Adventure holiday for Darayes, Travelled on 11 May 2025

Deeply appreciate the time given and your prompt responses from my initial enquiry, finalizing the trip and day to day support and communication till the last date of my stay in NZ. The support of the app proved to be the best thing I experienced. I travelled solo without much concern or worry. My trip planner Georgina had included each and everything I wanted to experience. I did miss the glacier express train journey which was under maintenance but the alternate to that was the road journey which was absolutely beautiful. Most importantly, I selected NZ Fine Touring from the names of various travel agencies hosted on New Zealand Tourism website and without any other reference or previous feedback and I am glad of having made a very good choice and a correct decision. I deeply appreciate your thoroughness and the trust maintained by your organization and all employees throughout. All dealings were clear and transparent. My once in a lifetime experience to visit NZ has proven to be a very happy and memorable trip. Sincere thanks to all of you who supported and responded.

Ramchand Burra, Bhaskara Ivaturi and Lakshmi Rajyam Kesapragada, 2 day Christchurch to Queenstown Journey including TranzAlpine Train, Travelled on 16 May 2025

Georgina was brilliant at anticipating our travel requirements and making arrangements that resulted in a smooth and pleasant trip.

Robyn Trend & Jenny Borrill, Bay of Islands 3-day Tour, Travelled on 4 Apr 2025

We were very happy with the changes and suggestions Sophie was able to make when we were initially planning our trip. Everything went really smoothly. We were lucky to have a private tour of Russell with the owner’s husband as tour guide. On reflection, we felt Russell would have been a great alternative to stay rather than Paihia. Thank you for a wonderful 3 days.

Ria Joseph, Nikita Joseph and Gabrielle Brook, Ria, Nikita & Gabrielle's South Island trip, Travelled on 21 Apr 2025

Georgina was fantastic! She did such a great job in planning our holiday for us. We especially enjoyed our stay at the Hermitage hotel at Mt Cook and the glacier tour. Would definitely recommend!

Susan & Chris Sturzl, Southern Heights Circuit including the TranzAlpine Train, Travelled on 22 Apr 2025

As older adults next time we have such a busy itinerary we will have to build in some “down time”. That is on us, however. Everyone we met was wonderfully gracious and extremely helpful. Thank you for sharing your beautiful country and people with us. It was the trip of a lifetime!

Mary Ann Unholzer, Southern Highlights with Milford Sound, Travelled on 17 Apr 2025

This was my first trip to New Zealand, and the experience, thanks to Thrifty Tours, was amazing. I had no idea what awaited me when I arrived in this beautiful country. Thrifty Tours made my travel easy and stress-free! The tours were perfectly coordinated, and I enjoyed some of the most beautiful places on earth. Special thanks to Kayla, who was my main contact for this adventure. I will definitely use Thrifty Tours whenever I travel to New Zealand.

Thea Visser and Gaye Lawrence, Alps and Lakes of the South Island for Thea & Gaye, Travelled on 2 Apr 2025

We found the connections excellent. Transport arranged was always on time by helpful friendly people. Particularly the personalised tour of Christchurch when the weather was inclement. Great suggestions for places to stay and visit. Thank you

Kevin Harris & Bishesta Sapkota, The Southern Scenic Wonders Tour, Travelled on 16 Mar 2025

Our whole three week holiday down South was planned and executed perfectly by the team. Each transport method and accommodation was top notch, very happy with our whole experience and with booking everything this way. Easy to use web portal for the planning, changes and payments. Communication throughout the planning and travelling parts was awesome. Would highly recommend their services when booking holidays in the ever beautiful New Zealand.

Tomlinson Rauscher & Carol Pines, Overnight Adventure in Doubtful Sound - reverse, Travelled on 31 Mar 2025

We really enjoyed our tour of Doubtful Sound on the overnight cruise, our time in Te Anau, and the tour of the Glowworm Caves. Our specialist Carly handled our special request, and the plans worked perfectly - great connections on the transportation, great events, great support - THANK YOU!!!