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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland

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Experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one day. This unforgettable combo tour includes two of the top tourist attractions in the North Island.

Experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one day. This unforgettable combo tour includes two of the top tourist attractions in the North Island.

Highlights

  • Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Secret Animal Viewing Stops
  • Waikato Farming Region

Our small group tour from Auckland combines two of the North Islands top attractions! Your adventure-packed day will include guided tours of both Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Led by our passionate tour guides and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety. We at Cheeky Kiwi Travel are dedicated to providing the best tours by keeping groups small, having awesome guides and taking you to the top locations. With secret stops along the way, wildlife viewings, comfortable vehicles, complimentary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember..

Itinerary

  • Auckland - As we leave New Zealand’s largest city behind your guide will set the tone for the day and point out places of interest.
  • Waikato - A scenic drive through the countryside with mighty rivers, stunning mountain backdrops and perfect photo opportunities.
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - Experience the magic of the shire's lush surroundings, visit hobbit holes and enjoy a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn on a fully guided tour.
  • Karapiro - Home to one of New Zealand’s first hydro dams, this stunning lake and surrounding countryside makes for amazing photo opportunities.
  • Otorohanga - As we head for Waitomo on a scenic drive we pass through Otorohanga dubbed “The Kiwiana capital of New Zealand”!
  • Big Bird - Stopping off to meet our feathered friends at Big Bird & Miniature Animal Petting Farm. Although we don't have time to go in, you'll hopefully get the chance to meet them through the fence!
  • Waitomo Caves - This amazing tour will take you through the caves as you descend to an underground river for a boat cruise with thousands of glowworms sparkling above you. This must see activity is fully guided and definitely a highlight for most!
  • Auckland - The fun doesn't stop here, with secret stops along the way back to Auckland, your adventure is not over yet.
Adult $334.00
Child $268.00

What's included

  • Small Group Tour
  • Fully Guided
  • Entry Tickets
  • Bottled Water
  • Snacks
  • Optional extra - one-way option from Auckland to Waitomo

Duration

  • Allow approximately 12 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Pick up from Central Auckland hotels (specified hotels only)

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • The tour must have at least 4 people booked to run. If less than 4 people have booked you will be placed on a waiting list or offered a refund. Cheeky Kiwi Travel does not take responsibility for the weather and we reserve the right to alter the Itinerary or activity if required. No refunds will be given to late or no-show passengers..

  • Child Age is 4 - 14 years. Infants fares are under 4 years old..

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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susanm16 from United States wrote on 10 December 2022

Unique to New Zealand

Charming. Eautiful

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danielb54 from United Kingdom wrote on 20 November 2022

Great tour with a great guide

We had a fantastic day on the tour and got more than we expected thanks to our guide Grant. We were well looked after with complimentary water and snacks, and given a wealth of information by Grant throughout the day, making the travelling portions all the more enjoyable. Grant was a joy and really made the day, give that man a raise.

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clament28 from Malaysia wrote on 25 October 2022

YOU SHALL NOT MISS THIS!

Awesome Tour with CheekyKiwi, pickup time is sharp and way before the schedule time, be sure you arrive at least 15mins before the pickup lol. Jason is a great driver, smooth journey from akl to Waitomo Caves then the most exciting Hobitton Tour. He even shared us all the kiwis quick facts & tips around. Highly recommend to everyone ^_^

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Rachel Chou from Taiwan wrote on 08 October 2022

Not good memories

Hobbiton itself has no issue but the tour company is not providing good service and letting travelers have good memories in tour.

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thomasb13 from United Kingdom wrote on 21 September 2022

Amazing day out, great guide, brilliant value

Well worth the money, providing a full day of viewing some of New Zealand’s top sites

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