Hobbiton & Rotorua with Wai-O-Tapu Tour from Auckland

Set off on a full-day journey from Auckland, travelling in a small group towards the Waikato countryside, with rolling hills, rivers, and farmland along the way. Your first stop is the world-famous Hobbiton movie set, where a two-hour and 30-minute guided tour takes you deep into the Shire. Explore hobbit holes, their gardens, and hidden corners of the 12-acre set before enjoying a complimentary drink inside the Green Dragon Inn.

From there, the adventure continues to Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland, where you'll wander past hot springs, mud pools, and striking geothermal craters. To round out the day, enjoy a guided city highlights tour of Rotorua, taking in landmarks like Lake Rotorua, Government Gardens, and the Blue Baths. With hotel pick-up and drop-off, entry tickets, and even surprise stops on the return to Auckland all included, this tour is the best way to see the North Island in one amazing day.

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Inclusions

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from select locations
• Guided tour through the Waikato countryside
• Expert guides and commentary
• Hobbiton movie set entry tickets
• Two-hour and 30-minute guided tour of Hobbiton
• One drink at Green Dragon Inn
• Complimentary bottled water and snacks
• Surprise stops on return
• Wai-O-Tapu guided tour
• Rotorua city highlight tour

Exclusions

Time

• Hotel pickups start at 5.40am
• Please be ready at your selected pickup location 10 minutes prior to departure

Duration

• This experience is approximately 13 hours in duration.

Departure Location

• This experience includes return transfers from selected Auckland Central hotels. Please advise your address at the time of booking.

Hotel Pickup

• Park Hyatt 5.40am
• Swiss Belsuites Victoria Park 5.40am
• Sofitel Viaduct Harbour 5.40am
• Hilton Hotel 5.45am
• M Social 5.45am
• Movenpick Hotel 5.45am
• Adina Apartment Hotel 5.45am
• Copthorne Auckland City 5.45am
• Nesuto Stadium Hotel & Apartments 5.45am
• Pullman Auckland 5.45am
• SO/Auckland 5.45am
• JW Marriott Auckland City 5.50am
• Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Auckland 5.50am
• Ibis Budget Auckland Central 5.50am
• Rydges Hotel 5.50am
• Crowne Plaza 5.55am
• The Grand By SkyCity 5.55am
• SkyCity Hotel 5.55am
• Four Points by Sheraton 5.55am
• Grand Millennium Auckland 6am
• Kiwi International Hotel 6am
• Mercure Queen St 6am
• VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street 6am
• Cordis Auckland 6.05am
• Sebel Manukau 6.15am

What To Bring

• Closed in footwear
• Water bottle
• Rain jacket

Terms And Conditions

• Not recommended for travellers with severe mobility difficulties; a moderate amount of walking is involved
• Minimum numbers apply with a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if not met; you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
• If you are visiting from a cruise ship, please be aware that return times cannot be guaranteed to be back in time for a 6.30/7/7.30pm cruise departure
• Children aged seven years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat; you can provide your own, or one can be provided for $20 NZD with 24 hours notice

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
• Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements