2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo

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2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo

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Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo & Hamilton Gardens Tour, this small group, fully guided tour combines all the most popular attractions in the North Island into one non rushed trip, with the time and options to add extra activities if you choose.

Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Highlights:

Hobbiton Film Set
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Rotorua Highlights & Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
Taupo Highlights & Huka Falls
Hamilton Gardens

Activity location

Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

Air-conditioned vehicle
Fully guided small group tour
Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
Entry to Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Wai O Tapu & Hamilton Gardens
Lunch & Dinner
Children below 8 are required to travel in a booster/safety seat. Hire for NZ$20 or provide your own

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Solo travellers will be required to pay a Solo Surcharge for Accommodation (+$150 NZD)
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.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton

5 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: 1 night 3* double or twin share accom included in tour price. Option to upgrade at extra cost to single share

Waikato Region (Pass by)

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.

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.

Hobbiton Movie Set

2h 30m
Admission ticket included

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 hour fully guided tour of this amazing 12 acre film 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 films and enjoy a cold complimentary drink at the famous Hobbiton pub ‘The Green Dragon Inn’.

Tirau (Pass by)

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.

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 hotels to check in for the night however your day does not have to finish there. We recommend adding the optional extra Maori cultural evening experience and Traditional Hangi Buffet Dinner to enjoy the complete your Rotorua experience.

Day 2: Rotorua to Auckland via Taupo & Hamilton Gardens

5 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Wai-O-Tapu

1h 30m

Starting day two of with a bang, we head straight to Wai-O-Tapu to view the eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser before experiencing a fully guided tour of Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland. Considered one of the most surreal places on earth, here you will see the famous Champagne Lake, Devil's Bath, local mud-pools,geothermal craters and other geothermal wonders. The colours and activity will take your breath away.

Taupo

ur journey south continues towards Taupo, New Zealand’s largest lake that is not really a lake but a giant volcanic crater responsible for one of the largest eruptions ever recorded. Here you will have time to buy some lunch before receiving a Taupo highlights tour and learn local interesting facts.

Huka Falls tracks

30m
Admission ticket included

Beginning our journey north again we will stop at Huka Falls, one of New Zealand’s most popular and beautiful waterfalls.

Hamilton Gardens

1h
Admission ticket included

In the fastest growing city in New Zealand, Hamilton, explore the unexpected delights at Hamilton Gardens, where 18 Enclosed Gardens transport you through diverse cultures and times.

Auckland (Pass by)

Sadly we must continue north towards your tour end point, but your day is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland with secret stops along the way.

Location

Activity location

Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

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