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3-Day Hobbiton, Rotorua, Whakarewarewa, and Waitomo Tour

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Duration

3 days

Group Size

1 to 9 people

Ages

14 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Discover some of the best attractions of the North Island on this 3-day trip from Auckland. Hobbiton, the movie set for the award-winning The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. Home of Tolkien's beloved hobbits Bilbo, Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin has been preserved since filming wrapped, and now draws visitors around the world. Explore the picturesque lakeside setting of Rotorua and experience the amazing geothermal wonders of Whakarewarewa. Also included is Waitomo Caves, you'll be taken on a 45-minute guided tour through the world-famous Glowworm Caves, which were discovered in 1887 and are now one of New Zealand's most popular tourist destinations. Wander through subterranean caverns and learn how the stalagmites, stalactites and other spectacular limestone rock formations were formed over millions of years. The tour includes travel the Glowworm Grotto a magical boat ride, surrounded by the twinkling lights of thousands of glowworms. All this plus 4 Star Hotel Accommodation

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Independent Touring - this is not a Group Tour - we use local suppliers and you will have a different coach & driver each day

Pickup

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

What's included

2 nights accommodation

Hotel pickup and drop-off

All activities listed

Driver/guide

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland - Hobbiton - Rotorua

From Auckland, your tour starts with a scenic drive through Auckland City on the Southern Motorway and through the lush Waikato farming district to Matamata. Along the way your local driver guide will provide informative commentary and share stories about the region and its history. Just outside of Matamata is the private working farm that was transformed into The Shire for the award-winning The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie trilogies. Take a guided tour of the movie set and learn how this picturesque farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth. Your guide will show you Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, the Mill and many other structures from the movies. Enjoy Lunch at Hobbiton, then transferred through to Rotorua

Millenium Hotel Rotorua or similar

Lunch:

Day 2: Rotorua

This morning collected from your accommodation and transferred to Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and Maori Living Village. Here you will enjoy a guided tour and Maori Cultural performance.

Millenium Hotel Rotorua or similar

Day 3: Auckland - Waitomo - Auckland

Leaving the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua early afternoon, we travel through lush farmland into the King Country region. Enjoy spectacular sights like Fitzgerald Glade, where the trees arch overhead to form a tunnel of natural greenery. After arriving in the small town of Waitomo, you'll be taken on a 45-minute guided tour through the world-famous Glowworm Caves, which were discovered in 1887 and are now one of New Zealand's most popular tourist destinations. Wander through subterranean caverns and learn how the stalagmites, stalactites and other spectacular limestone rock formations were formed over millions of years. To end your tour, travel through the Glowworm Grotto on a magical boat ride, surrounded by the twinkling lights of thousands of glowworms

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Min 6 days: 100%
From 2 to 6 days: 50%
From 0 to 2 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (14 - 99 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 9