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Back-Roads Small Group Tours

Back-Roads small group tours offer rich local encounters and scenic leisurely itineraries with unique cultural insights and unexpected delights around every corner!

Hurry! Sale ends 03 November 2025.

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Tracie Thome

Tracie Thome

House of Travel Hamilton East

My travel career started in South Africa in the early 1990s and I have been involved in many different aspects of the travel industry since then. I thoroughly enjoy the diversity travel offers, especially learning about new and exciting destinations. I am very people focused and thrive on planning the perfect holiday experiences for my clients. 


Tracie

Lisa Glassey

Lisa Glassey

House of Travel Johnsonville

I've been in the industry for over 25 years and love creating amazing holidays from Tours, Cruising, Luxury holidays through to Expeditions.

My aim is to turn the ordinary into extraordinary where clients have wonderful memories for years to come.

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Debra-Lee Showler

Debra-Lee Showler

House of Travel Whangarei

Being a friendly and bubbly person, I appreciate spending time with my clients building their dream holidays, listening and paying attention to their needs to create special memories. Let me help you discover the world the way that you would like to.

I feel so fortunate to be a part of this wonderful travel industry that I am so enthusiastic about and find that my passion to help others shows when working in my happy place.

I have travelled through Europe with Contiki in my early 20's which was such a wonderful way to get a taste for the European culture and food, opening my mind to Europe's uniqueness. In 2023 I travelled to London to watch an All Blacks game at Twickenham Stadium which was absolutely fantastic, then completed a Trafalgar tour of England and Scotland. I was so blown away by the historic palaces and magnificent landmarks as well as iconic attractions.

Recently I was in Central Europe and embarked on a Scenic River cruise from Budapest through Vienna and Bratislava on the Danube. Cruising through the European waterways being inspired by the picture-postcard villages and castles. It was like being in a dream. If you have ever thought of doing a European River cruise, I highly recommend it. Come see me to have a chat about this incredible way of travelling as well as giving you some tips and insights before you go.

Selling river and ocean cruises is a passion of mine. It is such an easy way to travel. Unpacking once, having food included as well as entertainment. Why would you not love to travel like this.

I love Asia and the wonderful people, culture and food you experience in these destinations. I have been to Bali, travelled through Cambodia and the South to North of Vietnam, as well as parts of Eastern Canada and New York. I cruised Alaska which I absolutely loved and have had many trips to different parts of Australia, South Pacific, Asia and South Africa.

My favourite country would have to be Cambodia, where I thoroughly enjoyed meeting the locals, travelling this beautiful country, and experiencing the local food. Waking up at 5am to have a cup of tea whilst watching the sun rising over Angkor Wat as the local monks walked past. It was a magical moment and one that will be engraved in my mind forever.

I can’t wait to meet with you to discuss your individual travel enquiries.

Debra-Lee
Namrata Patel

Namrata Patel

House of Travel Hobsonville

Hi, I’m Namrata — a travel consultant who genuinely cares about your time, your budget, and your hopes for that memorable holiday. I love turning travel ideas into something real and unforgettable. For me, building an itinerary is like solving a puzzle — shaped by your interests, personality, and sense of adventure.

I’m research-driven and love digging into the details that make a trip special. Whether it’s tricky airfares, island-hopping cruises, or crafting meaningful family journeys, I’m here for it.

Travel is never one-size-fits-all, and I look forward to discovering your unique travel style.
Every trip starts with a good chat — let’s start there.

Namrata

T&CS:

T&Cs: Sales to 03 Nov 25 or until sold out. Prices are correct as 29 Sep 25. Prices are thereafter subject to change without notice until time of confirmation. Prices displayed are per person, based on two people travelling together. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements and availability. Valid for new bookings only and does not apply to existing bookings. Availability may be limited over peak periods. Travel must be commenced and completed as specified. Min/max stays apply. Advertised prices are per person share twin based on payment by cash or eftpos. Credit card fees will apply. $325NZDpp off applies to selected UK & Ireland tours departing between April and October 2026, subject to availability. Discount applies to package price only and does not apply to pre/post accommodation, transfers, or other additional services. Airfares are not included. Offer is combinable with loyalty discounts only. Back-Roads Touring reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time. Amendment and cancellation fees apply. FINANCE CONDITIONS: *16 Months Interest Free with No Payments and No Interest (“Payment Holiday”) is available on Long Term Finance (LTF) for in-store purchases only until 24/12/25. Min Spend $499. Lending criteria, $50 annual Account Fee, fees, T&Cs apply. $55 Establishment Fee applies to your first Long Term Finance (LTF) transaction, $35 Advance Fee applies to subsequent LTF transactions. Standard Interest Rate of 28.95% p.a. applies to outstanding balance at the end of LTF interest free period. Other interest rates and fees may apply. Rates and fees correct as at date of publication, subject to change. New customers need to apply and be approved for a Q Mastercard credit card. Columbus Financial Services. Limited and Consumer Finance Limited reserve the right to amend, suspend or terminate the offer and these T&Cs at any time without notice. A 2.5% House of Travel fee applies. Lending criteria, fees, terms & conditions apply. Visit hot.co.nz/paymentoptions. HOT CODE: CMPBR1310T&Cs: Sales to 03 Nov 25 or until sold out. Prices are correct as 29 Sep 25. Prices are thereafter subject to change without notice until time of confirmation. Prices displayed are per person, based on two people travelling together. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements and availability. Valid for new bookings only and does not apply to existing bookings. Availability may be limited over peak periods. Travel must be commenced and completed as specified. Min/max stays apply. Advertised prices are per person share twin based on payment by cash or eftpos. Credit card fees will apply. $325NZDpp off applies to selected UK & Ireland tours departing between April and October 2026, subject to availability. Discount applies to package price only and does not apply to pre/post accommodation, transfers, or other additional services. Airfares are not included. Offer is combinable with loyalty discounts only. Back-Roads Touring reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time. Amendment and cancellation fees apply. FINANCE CONDITIONS: 
*16 Months Interest Free with No Payments and No Interest (“Payment Holiday”) is available on Long Term Finance (LTF) for in-store purchases only until 24/12/25. Min Spend $499. Lending criteria, $50 annual Account Fee, fees, T&Cs apply. $55 Establishment Fee applies to your first Long Term Finance (LTF) transaction, $35 Advance Fee applies to subsequent LTF transactions. Standard Interest Rate of 28.95% p.a. applies to outstanding balance at the end of LTF interest free period. Other interest rates and fees may apply. Rates and fees correct as at date of publication, subject to change. New customers need to apply and be approved for a Q Mastercard credit card. Columbus Financial Services. Limited and Consumer Finance Limited reserve the right to amend, suspend or terminate the offer and these T&Cs at any time without notice. A 2.5% House of Travel fee applies. Lending criteria, fees, terms & conditions apply. Visit hot.co.nz/paymentoptions.

Hot Code: CMPBR1310

 

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