Budget
NZD $250 – $400 per person per day
Comfortable, no-frills travel with the logistics still handled for you.
- Hostel and holiday-park accommodation
- Shared or economy transport
- One or two paid activities per week
- Self-catered meals
Costs explained
New Zealand Private Tour Pricing Guide
Private tour pricing in New Zealand is driven by four things: accommodation level, distance travelled, activities and season. These are the per person, per day bands we work to.
Tour pricing by level
All figures are in New Zealand dollars per person per day, based on two travellers sharing.
Standard
NZD $400 – $700 per person per day
Our most popular level, balancing quality accommodation with a full activity programme.
- 3 to 4 star hotels and motels
- Private vehicle and driver
- An activity most days
- Breakfast included
Premium
NZD $700 – $1,200 per person per day
Boutique stays, signature experiences and a more spacious pace.
- 4 to 5 star boutique hotels
- Private driver-guide
- Signature experiences such as heli-hikes
- Breakfast and selected dinners
Luxury
NZD $1,200+ per person per day
New Zealand's finest lodges with everything arranged before you land.
- Luxury lodges and suites
- Private guide and helicopter transfers
- Exclusive-use experiences
- All meals and fine dining reservations
Pricing questions
How much does a private New Zealand tour cost?
Expect NZD $400 to $700 per person per day for a standard private tour including accommodation, private vehicle and driver-guide, and a daily activity. Shorter trips and peak-season dates sit at the higher end of each band.
How much should I budget for New Zealand?
As a planning figure, a 10 day standard private tour for two travellers is roughly NZD $8,000 to $14,000 in total. Add international flights and personal spending on top of that.
Is a private tour worth it?
A private tour costs more than self-driving but removes the planning, the driving on unfamiliar roads and the risk of missing sold-out activities. It is most worthwhile on short trips and in peak season, when the best accommodation and activities book out months ahead.
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Itineraries
Indicative total pricing for eight complete routes.
Destinations
Daily from-pricing for each destination.
Activities
What individual experiences add to your total.
Frequently asked questions
Customisation, confirmation and accommodation.
Travel guides
How season affects what you pay.