Welcome to Hobbiton , Waitomo and Rotorua 2 days Tour
2 Day Tour
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Tour Details
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Welcome back NZ Traveler ! This is quite new & unique tour for all NZ traveler. This special tour is offered only by Navi - enjoy 3 popular destinations in two days ! Experience Hobbiton Movie Set Tour , Waitomo Glowworm Caves & arrange your own sightseeing in Rotorua! You will enjoy most popular destinations in North Island!. Also you can extend overnight stay in Rotorua.The requests are always welcome. Please feel free to ask.
DAY 1 - Departing from Auckland, we visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves and then Hobbiton Movie Set Tour. After the tour , catch the bus from Matamata & transfer to Rotorua. You will stay overnight in Rotorua ( or longer if you wish ).
DAY 2 - Freetime until departure. Enjoy the sightseeing by your own arrangement. ( Optional tour is also available ) Departing Rotorua in afternoon & heading back to Auckland by Bus .
Waitomo Glow worm Caves
The glow worm, Arachnocampa luminosa, is unique to New Zealand.
Thousands of these tiny creatures radiate their unmistakable luminescent light as our expert guides provide informative commentary on the Cave’s historical and geological significance.
Waitomo glowworm caves are a must see for any traveler, and were featured in Quora's 27 Surreal Places to Visit Before You Die.
Hobbiton Movie Set
Discover the real Middle-earth on the most picturesque private farmland near Matamata in the North Island of New Zealand, where you can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogy in a fascinating guided tour.
The set has been completely rebuilt and can be seen just as it appeared in the films.
Rotorua
Rotorua is known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, as well as showcasing our fascinating Maori culture .
You will find Geysers, Maori culture and the national bird, the kiwi bird, can also be seen in Te Puia. Also enjoy Sheep Shearing Demonstration
Show at Agrodome. The Agrodome in Rotorua is a major tourist attraction in New Zealand.
Special Notes
Tour Includes:
- Includes One way-trip transportation from Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo & Hobbiton Movie Set ,combination by Van & Coach.
- Includes One way-trip transportation from Rotorua Auckland by Coach.
- You can select pick up and drop off hotel from following 5 hotels.
Cordis / J W Mariott / M social/ Skycity / Pullman
- Admission to the Hobbiton Movie Set
- Admission to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- We offer English driver for our shuttle transport.
- Both Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves provides their own English-speaking guides for that portion of the tour.
☆ Accommodation in Rotorua is not included. We will help you choose from several options, depending on your budget and taste.
Trip Plan
Tour Length: Minimum 2 days ( Can be extended if you wish )
Minimum Number: 2 Adults
DAY 1
06:45- Leave Auckland to Rotorua by Van
09:30 - Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
12:10 - Cafe Lunch time( Lunch is not included in this tour, but you have time to stop at cafe)
13:10 - Visit Hobbiton Movie Set & Enjoy the tour !
16:20 - Catch the Intercity Bus at Matamata I Site & transfer to Rotorua
17:15 - Arrive at Rotorua Information Centre
DAY 2
AM - Free at Leisure until departure
= Optional tour can be available as bellow=
13:50 - Leave Rotorua by Intercity Bus
18:05 - Arrive at Auckland Sky City Bus Terminal
What to Bring: For the most enjoyable experience, we recommend that you bring-
- A camera!
- Lightweight jacket (in winter) or sun hat (in summer)
- Lunch( if needed, we have stop time at cafe so you can purchase there.)
Tour Cost
$595.00 NZD / person
$320.00 NZD / Child under 11 years old
Optional Tour in Rotorua
Please put note column if you wish to book these options.
< Option 1 : Halfday Rotorua sightseeing Tour>
09:30 pick up hotel =>10:00 Agrodome Farm Tour & Farm Show =>
12:00 Buffet Lunch at Skyline Gondra Restrant => 13:30 Terminate Hotel
< Option 2 : Mitai Maori Village Evening Experience >
NZ$155.00 per person / Minimum 1 Adult( till end of Sep 2024)
This is ticket only. No transportation service is included.
The tour departs 18:00 pm & 3 hour duration.
Enjoy the Maori culture performance and Maori style Buffet dinner.
Note : You can book this tour with 2 nights or more staying in Rotorua.
Tour Cost
The Navi Team works hard to bring you the best pricing anywhere! Let us know if you can find better pricing.
The Hobbiton movie set is closed on Christmas day.
Tour Application Terms & Conditions
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Special Note for this Tour
All terms & conditions below apply as normal, with these differences;
Booking
- A minimum of 2 adults must be attending the tour for the tour to take place.
- Application for a tour must be made by phone, fax or e-mail no later than 5:00 PM of the day before the tour.
- Your application may not be accepted if the tour is full, prior to your booking.
- Hobbiton Movie Set is closed on Christmas Day.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations and refunds are based on the working day we receive your request. Please note that requests must must be received before 5 PM ( NZT ) to be processed on that working day.
- Bookings cancelled more than 4 working days before your tour date are fully refundable.
- Bookings cancelled between 2 and 3 working days before the tour date are 50% refundable.
- Bookings cancelled within 1 working day of the tour date can not be refunded.
- If you are not present at the specified pick-up location at the departure time, the tour must depart without you.
- No refunds will be made after travel has commenced.
- Refunds for Paypal payments do not include card fees ( 3% ) as per Paypal terms & conditions.
The above cancellation policy may have exceptions for certain tours, which will be communicated to you at the time of booking.
Tour Costs
- If there are two adults attending the tour, the cost of the tour written is the cost for one person.
- If there are two adults attending the tour, children ( aged 5~11 ) will cost half of what is written.
Warning
- Please understand that changes of schedule, cost and tours may occur with no notice.
- Photos are only images.
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