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Auckland to Rotorua, Hobbiton and Waitomo 1 Way Small Group Tour
(19) Reviews
Auckland CBD
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can hire seats ($20NZD per seat) or you can provide your own
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Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set and the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves on this one-way small group tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Guided by knowledgeable locals, enjoy a day filled with picturesque landscapes, intriguing cave formations, and an immersive experience into the world of The Lord of the Rings. Capture photos of charming towns, witness the magical glowworms, and savor a complimentary beverage at the Hobbiton pub. Finish your adventure with a scenic drive through Rotorua's highlights before check-in at your accommodation.
- Small group tour with passionate, expert guides - Visit the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves - Includes entry tickets, bottled water, and...
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Hotel drop off in Rotorua (central locations only)
Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
Bottled water & snacks
Hotel pickup in Auckland (listed locations only)
Fully Guided 1-Way Small Group Tour
Accommodation in Rotorua
Meeting Points
Departure
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Please wait outside the SkyCity Hotel Lobby, by the glass doors, at the bottom of the Sky tower.
Return
Rotorua
Drop available to central locations
Auckland to Rotorua, Hobbiton and Waitomo 1 Way Small Group Tour
(19) Reviews
Auckland CBD
About
Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set and the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves on this one-way small group tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Guided by knowledgeable locals, enjoy a day filled with picturesque landscapes, intriguing cave formations, and an immersive experience into the world of The Lord of the Rings. Capture photos of charming towns, witness the magical glowworms, and savor a complimentary beverage at the Hobbiton pub. Finish your adventure with a scenic drive through Rotorua's highlights before check-in at your accommodation.
- Small group tour with passionate, expert guides - Visit the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves - Includes entry tickets, bottled water, and...
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Hotel drop off in Rotorua (central locations only)
Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
Bottled water & snacks
Hotel pickup in Auckland (listed locations only)
Fully Guided 1-Way Small Group Tour
Accommodation in Rotorua
Meeting Points
Departure
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Please wait outside the SkyCity Hotel Lobby, by the glass doors, at the bottom of the Sky tower.
Exiting Auckland we drive south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering stunning scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, beautiful mountains and several farm animals along the way. After learning about some local history we stop in the idyllic little town of Pirongia for a quick coffee break. Continuing our adventure we pass through Otorohanga “The Kiwiana capital of New Zealand”. See all things Kiwi in this unique and charming town.
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Waitomo Caves
Arriving at our first feature attractions you will be guided through the ancient and amazing caves seeing many different cave formations, including Stalactites, Stalagmites and Lime Columns, before descending even further underground for your Glowworm experience. Board your boat for a cruise on the grotto river with thousands of Glowworms sparkling above you. Unique to New Zealand for over 120 years, Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must see for any traveller.
1 hour
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Hobbiton Movie Set
Arriving at our second feature attraction, Hobbiton, you will have time to buy lunch before boarding one of the big green Hobbiton buses. You then depart on a two and a half hour fully guided tour of this amazing 12 acre movie set with a professional Hobbiton guide, to ensure you get the most out of your visit. During your tour step into the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, see amazing gardens, hear the secrets and stories about the making of the movies and enjoy a cold complimentary beverage at the famous Hobbiton pub ‘The Green Dragon Inn’.
3 hours
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Tirau
Continuing our adventure we depart for Rotorua and pass through Tirau, famously dubbed the 'Corrugated Iron Capital of the World' because of the many unique corrugated iron sculptures and buildings, this town never fails to get a look and a laugh and our guides will point out all the main highlights on the way through.
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Rotorua
To complete the formal part of the tours first day we arrive in Rotorua and do a quick guided driving tour, seeing the most famous sites in Rotorua city including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & the Blue Baths. We then drop you off at your hotel to check in for the night (accommodation not included)
