Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua Pick Up Day Tour

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Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 15 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    07:00 AM
  • Departure Details :
    Traveler pickup is offered
    Please note that this tour is a Rotorua pick up and drop of Tour / There is no pick up from Auckland!
    Please state your Rotorua accomodation / airbnb for pick-up!
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  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Explore two of New Zealand's top attractions in one day with this fantastic guided tour from Rotorua!

Waitomo Glowworm cave's in the morning and "The Hobbiton Movie Set" in the afternoon!

The start of the day is a pick up from your accomodation and travel to Waitomo to visit the Glowworm caves! Take a magical boat ride through the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves, from here we Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the bucolic setting for The Shire that featured in the Peter Jackson directed films, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies.

Relax and join this small group full day tour in a modern air conditioned mini van with your driver guide!

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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: New Zealand Discovery Tours, Fenton Street, Glenholme, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
After being picked up from your hotel/accomodation (inc airbnb) in Rotorua, enjoy a pleasurable and scenic drive through the New Zealand countryside and learn about the region from your professional local driver/ guide.
Travel in the comfort of your modern and fully air-conditioned vehicle.
This tour is the ultimate full day tour for Rotorua and New Zealand!
Duration: 15 hours
Stop At: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, 39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3943 New Zealand
Discovery the infamous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Sit back and relax as you take a magical boat ride beneath thousands of glowworms. Discover more about the 120 years of cultural and natural history on this fully guided tour and marvel at this mesmerizing natural light display as you silently glide through the wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hobbiton Movie Set, 501 Buckland Road Matamata, Hinuera 3472 New Zealand
Continuing your fantastical journey, step into Hobbiton, where an official guide will show you around this breathtaking and impressive movie set. Wander into Hobbit holes, including Bilbo and Frodo's home, and take a turn around their vegetable patches with giant pumpkins! At the end of the tour, be transported to Middle Earth as you enjoy a complimentary drink in the Green Dragon Inn. If you're looking to experience some of New Zealand's top attractions, or are an avid Lord of the Rings fan, then this is a truly unmissable and unforgettable experience!
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Tamaki Maori Village, 1220 Hinemaru St, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand
Tamaki Mori village is delivered with genuine heart and soul. What visitors experience goes far beyond a performance to a riveting, spirited way of life!
Visitors are taken on journey and are swept away by master storytellers who will share customs, traditions of the Maori way of life throughout history!
You will be welcomed onto the sacred grounds in a traditional Mori ceremony, come to a better understanding of the world of Mori, and in the process takeaway a genuine sense of belonging here.
Journey back to a time of proud warriors and ancient traditions with Tamaki Mori Village, the most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand.
Set in a magnificent 200 year old ancient Tawa forest, visitors are invited to participate in and learn the poi, the haka and enjoy displays of our art forms.
Tamaki Mori village is delivered with genuine heart and soul. What visitors experience goes far beyond a performance to a riveting, spirited way of life. visitors are swept away by master storytellers who will share customs, traditions and the Maori way of life.
You will be welcomed onto the sacred grounds with a traditional Mori ceremony, come to a better understanding of the world of Mori, and in the process takeaway a genuine sense of belonging here.
3.5-hour Mori cultural experience
Courtesy drop off central Rotorua accommodation (airbnb may not be accommodated if not central Rotorua Drop off is provided)
Traditional Mori welcome ceremony
Interactive tour of pre-European village
Participate in hands-on cultural activities
Viewing of geothermal hangi meal prep
Traditional dinner and dessert buffet feast
Special dietary requirements catered for
Licensed bar available
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Inclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Air-conditioned vehicle

Alcoholic Beverages - Complementary at the Green Dragon Inn in Hobbiton

Entry/Admission - New Zealand Discovery Tours

Entry/Admission - Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Entry/Admission - Hobbiton Movie Set

Exclusions

Lunch - Food is available to purchase from Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Not wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Gear/equipment sanitized between use

Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Guides required to regularly wash hands

Regular temperature checks for staff

Traveler Reviews

  • 09-Dec-2019

    An excellent activity for families. Informative and quite surreal as you observe the glow worms in silence.