Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) is New Zealand’s leading tourism operator.  We own and operate a comprehensive range of ‘uniquely New Zealand’ visitor attractions and tourism transport solutions.    

THL is a publicly listed company with assets valued at over $200 million and annual revenue of approximately $180 million. Our continued investment in plant and products over the years has positioned THL as a respected, innovative company committed to our customers and our industry.  Recent investments, acquisitions and highlights includes:

Johnston’s Coachlines
Johnston’s Coachlines operates the finest and largest fleet of touring  coaches, available for charter throughout New Zealand. Our drivers are award winners and the quality of our coach fleet is second to none. Johnstons Coachlines is New Zealands only national tour coach operator, with bases in AKL,CHC and ZQN. 

Great Sights
Great Sights offers a comprehensive range of city sightseeing, full day and overnight tours throughout New Zealand, aimed primarily at independent, international travelers. Coaches are fully equipped with air-conditioning, reclining seats, washroom facilities, on-board video an informative multi-lingual commentary and most coaches have glass ceilings.
 
Airbus
Airbus is Auckland’s best value airport transfer service. Airbus operates a scheduled service calling at most major hotels and backpackers in Auckland City, every 20 minutes.   

Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World
One of Auckland’s leading attractions, Kelly Tarltons is located just 10 minutes from AKL CBD.  The Antarctic Encounter experience includes a replica of Scott Base, and a snow cat ride to see live Penguins. Our world-renowned aquarium features sharks and marine life unique to the South Pacific. An ideal inclusion in any group itinerary, or as an optional pre/post tour activity. 

Waitomo Glowworm Caves
An icon of New Zealand tourism, these world famous caves are a necessary inclusion in any North Island touring itinerary. The guided tour features 250 metres of underground limestone caves and grottos.  The last part of the journey is completed by a boat ride through still waters, inside a cave lit by thousands of glowworms.

The Legendary Black Water Rafting Company
The Legendary Black Water Rafting Company created the sport of black water rafting and pioneered the way for underground adventure tourism in New Zealand. This activity/attraction features the original ‘cave tubing’ trip, an exciting but surprisingly gentle interactive adventure full of fun, mystery, glowworms, abseiling and a waterfall jump.

Milford Sound Red Boat Cruises
Incredible Sights. Unforgettable Sound. A cruise with Milford Sound Red Boat cruises is an essential New Zealand experience in an area which has been  described as the “Eighth Natural Wonder of the World”. 

New for the 2003/04 season ‘The Pride of Milford’ will provide passengers with an intimate Fiord experience on board our new 34 metre catamaran.  This vessel offers capacity for up to 400 passengers, extensive viewing decks, spacious lounge area with large viewing windows and television monitors linked to GPS display.

For the ultimate Fiord experience ‘The Pride of Milford’ offers a VIP lounge with seating for 25 – 40 passengers, offering a secluded and intimate experience.  The lounge offers the best position for viewing, with your own dedicated VIP host.

Ski Shuttle
Ski Shuttle offers a regular service shuttle transport service to the four major skifields in the Queenstown and Wanaka: Treble Cone, Cardrona, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables.  

Discover New Zealand/ Ski Express
‘Discover New Zealand’ is a full member of ITOC (Inbound Tourism Operators Council of New Zealand) and is responsible for packaging itineraries, modules  and products under the Newmans Holidays, Horizon Holidays and Ski Express brands.