3-Day Waitomo, Rotorua & Hobbiton Tour from Auckland
4.6
(14 reviews)
Tour Code: 447727
Departure City
Auckland
End City
Auckland
Duration
3 days
Language
English Live
Tour Themes
Cultural & Historical
Cultural & Historical:Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities
Guide Type
Independent Tour
Independent Tour:No guide will be available except during included excursions/activities/transfers
Group Size
Standard Group Tour
Standard Group Tour:Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world
Activity Level
Moderate
Moderate:Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Highlights
• Tour the cave formations, stalactites, and stalagmites as we travel by boat through a Glowworm Cavern
• Enjoy a Maori Cultural performance at the Te Puia Marae
• Explore the geothermal features at Roturua
• Travel to a magical land when you visit the movie sets of the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit at Hobbiton
Itinerary
D1
Auckland - Waitomo Caves - Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua or similar
Waitomo Glowworm Cave
Agrodome
Te Puia Thermal Village
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
Today we'll depart from Auckland for the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Here we'll tour the cave formations, stalactites, and stalagmites as we travel by boat through a Glowworm Cavern lit up with thousands of tiny glowworm lights.
Continue to Rotorua, where we'll arrive at the Agrodome feed the sheep, see a sheep shearing demonstration and a sheep dog trial.
Next enjoy a Maori Cultural Performance inside the Te Puia Marae. Enjoy the Poi and Haka. Finally the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and the thermal valley surrounded by boiling mud pools.
D2
Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua or similar
Day at Leisure to explore the Rotorua or take in some of the other attractions, such as Rainbow Springs or Skyline Gondola.
D3
Rotorua - Hobbiton - Auckland
Hobbiton
Green Dragon Pub
The morning is free for your to relax.
In the early afternoon we'll depart for Hobbiton, a former farm that has been transformed into The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie sets.
See fairytale landscapes of the Shire, composed of 44 hobbit holes, the Mill, a double arch bridge, the party tree and visit the Green Dragon Inn. Take a photo at the door of Bilbo’s house, Bag End.
Afterwards we'll return you to Auckland.
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
What’s Included
Includes
2 nights 4 - 4.5 star accommodation
Admission and tours in Rotorua of the Agrodome, Rainbow Springs and Te Puia
Auckland Hotel transfers
Transportation by air conditioned coach
A guided tour of the glowworm caves
A guided tour of the The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings movie set
Excludes
All personal expenses
Optional activities
Airport Transfers
Special Notes
The itinerary and operating dates may change due to weather, traffic and other reasons during the busy season.
We offer complimentary pick-up service. Pick-up location and time must be double checked with local operator at least one day prior to departure.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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Pricing Info
* Price for child applies when a 3-14 years old child staying in one standard room as a third person.
* Children 2 years old and under are free of charge if not occupying a seat.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
Booking Info
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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