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This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private tour which means you will be joined at the Hobbiton movie set as they are doing only group tours. You will experience Middle Earth and the Shire on a 2.5 hour tour that is shared with other guests.

Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata. This farm is one that Peter Jackson fell in love with, and we now know as Middle Earth. The Lord of the Rings director picked a spot of lush, rolling, green hills to create the Hobbiton set. Enjoy a guided tour through the hobbit holes, Bagshot Row, the Mill, the famous bridge and finish up the tour with a beverage at the Green Dragon Inn. Even if you are not a Lord of the Rings fan, the landscape of the area is magical enough, and you will get to see a working New Zealand sheep and beef farm. Soak up the atmosphere of the Kaimai Ranges and don't forget to grab some movie set souvenirs on your way out. The remaining hours of the total hour duration of the tour is allotted to travel time.

Cruise passengers can make the most of their time on land with an easy private shore excursion from Tauranga to Rotorua. After being picked up from the port, travel inland to Rotorua, a hub of Maori culture that’s notorious for its sulfurous geothermal attractions. Stroll through the giant redwood forest; see the bursting Te Puia geysers and bubbling mud pools while learning about geothermal activity; observe New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi, and much more.

Go First Class-Small Groups 1-4 People. “Return to Ship” Guarantee-On Board On Time. Your adventure starts the moment we meet at Tauranga port. Visit New Zealand’s best surf beach, travel through lush farmland, waterfalls, lakes district and pine plantations. We drop by a Kiwifruit orchard and spectacular waterfall, popular with white water rafters Whakarewarewa Living Māori Village, (2.hrs) A remarkable geothermal area where Māori families have lived for generations among the earth’s geothermal power. Here, homes sit beside erupting geysers, boiling mud pools, steam vents, and naturally heated hot pools-using natural geothermal resources to cook and bathe See Pohutu the biggest active geyser in the southern hemisphere erupting boiling steam and water Explore Rotorua lake front, the wonderful Govt Gardens-an architectural gem, the Old Spa Bath House The final stop is the fun and fascinating Zorb Balls, a uniquely Kiwi attraction Return to port via a different scenic route

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Tauranga - Magical Hobbiton Movie Set. Discover the awe-inspiring allure of Hobbiton Movie Set, marvel at the grandeur of Tauranga, and capture iconic moments and many more. Our excursions are meticulously designed schedule. We'll greet you directly at the hotel and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your way to Rotorua, you will smell it before you see it, a geothermal wonderland that is still home to Tuhourangi and Ngati Wahiao people. Wander the trail network circling around bubbling mud pots and spouting geysers while learning about the heritage of those that have inhabited the area and lived off its features for over 200 years. We recommend the optional Cultural Performancel to see the famous Haka live! We will also visit The Redwoods & Whakarewarewa Forest, one of Rotorua’s most spectacular natural assets and one of the city’s greatest treasures. Important to have comfortable shoes, sunhats, swimming gears, drinking water. You will head back to sea with a new appreciation for the land and a smile on your face!