4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour

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4 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

An independent four-day tour package departing Auckland daily with three nights 4 to 4.5 star accommodation in Rotorua and Wellington. Get the most out of this unique opportunity by marvelling at the shimmering lights of tiny glow worms during a magical subterranean experience at the Waitomo Caves and then enjoy a trip to the Hobbiton Movie Set. On Day 2 take in Rotorua’s impressive geysers, bubbling mud pools, and cultural Maori performances at Te Puia. and a sightseeing tour of Wellington on your final day. Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are included for all transfers and activities listed.

What's Included

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Admission fees and all transport/tour fees listed in itinerary
Hotel pickup and drop-off for Auckland, Rotorua and Wellington
2-nights accommodation in Rotorua; 1-night accommodation in Wellington
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from most central locations in Auckland City. If you are based outside this area, then please advise and we provide a meeting location for pick-up.

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Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Hobbiton - Rotorua

    3 stops
  • 1
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    Travelling by road from Auckland to Rotorua via the Waitomo Glowworm caves, which includes a guided tour of the caves including a boat through the glowworm grotto.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Hobbiton Movie Set

    head to the world famous location of Hobbiton: a farm that has been transformed for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set. See fairytale landscapes of the Shire as well as 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge, the party tree, and visit the Green Dragon Inn. Take a photo at the door of Bilbo’s house and learn about some interesting stories and trivia from enthusiastic guides.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Arriving Rotorua late afternoon and transferred to your central Rotorua accommodation.

    14 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Rotorua - Whakarewarewa Geothermal Reserve and Living Maori Village

    2 stops
  • 4

    This morning collected from your accommodation and transferred to Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and Maori Living Village. Here you will enjoy a guided tour and Maori Cultural performance.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Early afternoon transferred back to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore Rotorua, this thermal wonderland on your own. You may like to visit the Government Gardens, wander along the lake front, do some shopping in the central township or visit one of the many attractions the city has to offer, such as the Skyline Gondola, Agrodome or Canopy Ziplining.

    18 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Wellington

    2 stops
  • 6

    After being picked up from your accommodation, travel from Rotorua to Wellington by road via Lake Taupo, the Central Plateau (home to several active volcanoes), Palmerston North and the Kapiti Coast, arriving in Wellington by late afternoon.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Arriving Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand late afternoon and transferred to your central city accommodation.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Wellington

    1 stop
  • 8

    Spend the morning doing a comprehensive city sights tour of Wellington, after which your 4 day tour will conclude.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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