• Auckland Central - Begin the tour in New Zealand’s largest city. As the journey progresses out of the city, the guide will not only set the stage for the day’s adventure but also highlight and guide past some of the city’s top attractions.
• Waikato Region - Leaving Auckland, travel south through the breathtaking Waikato countryside, the largest farming area globally, offering stunning landscapes, powerful rivers, excellent photo opportunities, majestic mountains, and a variety of farm animals along the route.
• Hobbiton Movie Set - Upon arrival at the first major attraction, ‘Hobbiton,’ board one of the large green Hobbiton buses for a two and a half hour fully guided tour of this incredible 12-acre movie set. A professional Hobbiton guide will ensure a memorable visit. During the tour, explore the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, admire the beautiful gardens, learn the secrets and stories behind the movies, and enjoy a complimentary cold beverage at the renowned Hobbiton pub, ‘The Green Dragon Inn.’
• Tirau - On the way to Rotorua, pass through Tirau, known as the ‘Corrugated Iron Capital of the World’ due to its unique corrugated iron sculptures and buildings. This town always brings a smile, and the guides will point out all the main highlights along the way.
• Lake Rotorua - Upon reaching Rotorua, the guide will drop guests at their accommodation in Rotorua (central hotels only) or at a main central location in Rotorua.

• Entry ticket and fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set
• Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
• Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
• Water available & snacks provided

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
• Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip, visit the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and other stops and secret locations on the way from Auckland to Rotorua.

Highlights:
• Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Green Dragon Inn
• Rotorua
• Waikato Farming Region
• Surprise Stops

Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in a modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Children aged 7 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).
• The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
• Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.