• Auckland Central - Begin your journey in New Zealand’s largest city. As the tour departs, the guide will not only set the stage for your adventure but also highlight and navigate you 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 you make the most of your visit. During the tour, explore the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, admire the beautiful gardens, learn secrets and stories about the film’s production, and enjoy a complimentary cold beverage at the renowned Hobbiton pub, ‘The Green Dragon Inn.’

* Maintenance & restoration construction at Hobbiton is scheduled to start on 01 June 2025, with major works concluding in September 2025. During this time, construction and maintenance equipment and noise will be present. Tours will proceed as usual but will follow an alternate route around the construction area, offering a glimpse into the efforts to maintain the magical appearance of the Hobbiton Movie Set as seen in the films.

• Tirau - On the way to Rotorua, pass through Tirau, known as the ‘Corrugated Iron Capital of the World’ due to its numerous unique corrugated iron sculptures and buildings. This town always provides a sight and a laugh, and our guides will highlight all the main attractions along the way.
• Te Puia - Upon reaching our second major destination, Te Puia, enjoy a fully guided tour to experience the geothermal and Maori cultural marvels, including: Pōhutu Geyser, Māori Architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters, geothermal events, and even the opportunity to see a Kiwi bird in the Kiwi viewing house.
• Rotorua - Conclude the Rotorua experience with a guided driving tour of the city’s most famous sites, including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring), and the Blue Baths. If time permits, there may be a visit to a special souvenir shop for discounted shopping and a chance to try Manuka Honey.
• Auckland - Unfortunately, it’s time to head north again, but the day continues with a fully guided return trip to Auckland, featuring secret stops along the way.

• Intimate Fully-Guided Group Tour
• Entry Tickets
• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Rotorua

• Gratuities

Explore the iconic Hobbiton film set from The Lord of The Rings, along with the thermal wonders and rich Maori culture of Te Puia in a single day. This remarkable combined tour takes you to two of North Island’s most popular visitor sites.

Key Points:
• Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Te Puia Geothermal Park & Pohutu
• Maori Cultural Village and Arts School
• Highlights of the city of Rotorua

Sure, the locations we’ll visit are nothing short of magnificent, but we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe our tours truly excel because of our small groups, our tour guides, the overall journey, and the attention to minute details. There are secret stopovers, chances to view wildlife, unique vehicles, and numerous delightful surprises, adding charm to our tours.

Run by our famously enthusiastic guides known for enlivening your trip with their narrative and ample background information, our tours take place in modern, cozy minibuses, fully equipped for your convenience and safety.

• 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).
• Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Minimum numbers apply - if minimum numbers are not met you will be offered an alterative tour, reschedule, or full refund
• The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required

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