Sharing the people that make New Zealand unique
New Zealand is world famous for kind hospitality, friendliness, and a beautiful clean green environment. Rural Tours offers you the chance to enjoy an authentic experience with local New Zealand people. In addition to being New Zealand's largest farmstay reservations company, we offer New Zealand lifestyle experiences, home visits with morning/afternoon tea or lunch; technical visits for special interest groups; and specialist programmes for student group tours.
Featured Farmstay Locations
Matamata, Waikato
Matamata is a rural town nestled at the base of the scenic Kaimai Ranges
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Rotorua is a city based on the shores of Lake Rotorua and is at the heart of the North Island.
Fairlie, Canterbury
Fairlie is a typical New Zealand rural town and a gateway to the MacKenzie Region
Your Opportunity to experience real rural life in New Zealand. Sharing the people that make New Zealand unique.
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New Zealand Farmstays
A Rural Tours Farmstay offers a unique opportunity for you to enjoy the hospitality of friendly New Zealanders in the comfort of their homes.
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Group Tour Options
Unlike some countries that offer one large 'ranch' with commercial accommodation on-site, Rural Tours offers accommodation on individual working farms for groups of 10-300 people.
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About Us
Rural Tours is New Zealand’s largest farmstay and specialised accommodation provider.
Explore“We had a fantastic day with Frank and Charlene at their farm. I am just writing to say thank you for all the help with the booking process. ...”
Larry (China)
“We had a fantastic stay with Linda and Garth. They are amazing hosts and went the extra 1000 miles to make us and our daughter comfortable. Trul...”
Kim & Family (Malaysia & NZ)
“The stay with Cathy was 10 out of 10. No exaggeration. It was fantastic to have such interesting discussions with a passionate local who has ...”
Richard & Deborah (Australia)
“Hi Jenny, Just wanted to let you know we had a lovely stay at Lynda & Badan Broughton's farm stay in May. We will recommend them to our friends...”
Chris & Faye (Australia)