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Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland

Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including guided tour at Te Puia day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.

From

NZ$399.00

Per Person

13 Hours

Highlights

Hobbiton Movie Set & the newly opened Bagshot Row
Te Puia Geothermal Park
Maori Cultural Village & Arts School
Rotorua City Highlights
Alexander Family Sheep Farm

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Itinerary:

1. Auckland - Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.

2. Waikato - Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and a variety of farm animals along the way.

3. Hobbiton Movie Set – Arriving at the first feature attraction ‘Hobbiton’ you will board one of the big green Hobbiton buses and depart on a two & 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’.

4. Tirau – Departing for Rotorua we pass through Tirau on our adventure. 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.

5. Te Puia Geothermal Park – Arriving at our second feature destination, Te Puia, you will receive a fully guided tour to best experience the geothermal and Maori cultural wonders including: Pōhutu Geyser, Māori Architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters, geothermal events and even the chance to view a Kiwi bird in the Kiwi viewing house.

6. Rotorua City Highlights – To finish off our Rotorua experience we do a guided driving tour seeing the most famous sites in Rotorua city including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & the Blue Baths. If there is time, we may even visit a special souvenir shop for some discounted shopping and to try Manuka Honey.

7. Auckland – Sadly we must start to head north again but your day is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland including secret stops along the way.

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Includes

Entry Tickets to Hobbiton & Te Puia

Small Group Tour at 16 or Less

Bottled Water & Snacks

Fully Guided Tour

Meeting Point

Our main central meeting point is the SkyCity Hotel, Auckland. Please wait at the front of the hotel lobby, at the bottom of the Sky Tower, the tall pointy thing.

The closest pickup location we offer to the airport is The Sebel Auckland Manukau.

We also offer pickup from the below central locations.

Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart / Copthorne Hotel / Cordis Auckland / Crowne Plaza / Four Points by Sheraton / Grand Millennium / Heritage Hotel / Hilton Auckland / Ibis Budget / Kiwi International Hotel / Mercure Queen Street / Movenpick Hotel / M Social Hotel / Nesuto Stadium Hotel & Apartments / Park Hyatt Auckland / Pullman Hotel / Rydges Auckland / The Grand by Sky City / SO/ Auckland / Sofitel Viaduct Harbour / JW Marriott / Swiss-Belsuites Victoria Park / VR Auckland City.

Additional Information

Weather in New Zealand can be a little unpredictable and it is said we experience four seasons in one day! We recommend bringing a rain jacket, hat, sunscreen & some good comfortable shoes for walking in.

Lunch is not provided on this tour, but you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch throughout the day, at your own expense.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

From

NZ$399.00

Per Person

13 Hours

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Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand, 1010

Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland

This tour brings together nature and Māori culture, plus allows you to see the highlights of Rotorua City, all in one day!

Duration: 13 Hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the tour depart from Auckland and when do we return?

The tour departs at 6:00 AM from Auckland and returns at 7:00 PM.

What other attractions are included in the Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia tour?

Hobbiton Movie Set – A fully guided 2.5-hour tour of the 12-acre set, including hobbit holes, gardens, and a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn.
Te Puia – Explore geothermal wonders like the Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools, and the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, with opportunities to learn about Māori culture.
Rotorua City Highlights – A brief tour of key sites around Rotorua.
Optional Farm Visit – Some itineraries include a visit to a local working New Zealand farm, where you can see sheep shearing and farm animals.

Is there a stop for lunch during the tour?

Yes, there are stops for lunch.

What type of transport is used for the tour?

Air-conditioned minibuses consisting of a maximum of 16 guests.

Do we have free time to explore Hobbiton’s gift shop or café?

Yes, there is free time to explore Hobbitons gift shop and cafe.

Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland

NZ$399.00

Highlights

Hobbiton Movie Set & the newly opened Bagshot Row

Te Puia Geothermal Park

Maori Cultural Village & Arts School

Rotorua City Highlights

Alexander Family Sheep Farm

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

NZ$399.00

Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland

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Booking Form

Traveler Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the tour depart from Auckland and when do we return?

What other attractions are included in the Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia tour?

Is there a stop for lunch during the tour?

What type of transport is used for the tour?

Do we have free time to explore Hobbiton’s gift shop or café?

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Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland

NZ$399.00

Highlights

Hobbiton Movie Set & the newly opened Bagshot Row

Te Puia Geothermal Park

Maori Cultural Village & Arts School

Rotorua City Highlights

Alexander Family Sheep Farm

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

NZ$399.00

Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland

Your Order Summary

Booking Form

Traveler Details

Payment Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the tour depart from Auckland and when do we return?

What other attractions are included in the Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia tour?

Is there a stop for lunch during the tour?

What type of transport is used for the tour?

Do we have free time to explore Hobbiton’s gift shop or café?

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