Top Tauranga Travel & Transportation Services

On this full-day tour from Tauranga, take a journey deep into Middle-earth—to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set—without the stress of driving yourself on unfamiliar rural roads. Be driven from Tauranga into the heart of the Waikato with a group and guide. Also spend some time in the secluded New Zealand bush at McLaren Falls Park and see the striking waterfall of the same name. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Explore the wonders of Rotorua with a private tour made up of your choice of sights to visit (up to 11 passengers). Six hour min duration, ensuring you get the full experience. Please note that entry fees to destinations are not included in the tour price. On our journey back to your ship, sit back and enjoy the memories you made while you were exploring “our backyard”.

Bound for Rotorua (appx 1.5hr), enjoy an array of our all inclusive snacks & bottled water, sit back and take in the many beautiful scenic views. Take a geothermal walk which takes between one and one and a half hours, as well as Māori carving. Then bathe in our world-famous mud baths and soak in the sulphur spas and cool plunge pool. TIME PERMITTING WE WILL MAKE VARIOUS OTHER STOPS AT LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS

Experience the unique and special natural beauty of Rotorua, the geothermal hot spot of New Zealand, just 1 hour's drive from Tauranga. Learn about the geothermal features and its use by the Maori people, the first to settle in New Zealand over 800 years ago. Entry is not included to the private geothermal reserves, but we do see boiling mud pools, crystal clear bubbling hot springs and volcanic lakes. Relax at the foot bathing pools in Kuirau Park, (towels provided) after a short walk to see the bubbling mud and steaming lakes. Whakarewarewa Village is our stop for a snack lunch, here you can take a peek at the village (entry not incl.) before our final stop, the Redwoods Forrest. Here we take a short, guided tour through a purpose-built Glow Worm Cave, then a walk among the treetops on a network of easy-to-use rope swing bridges, with access by a gentle spiral ramp, no steps are needed. The tour start time will be confirmed when your booking is accepted by us.

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!

Let us take you on a tour to remember (up to 15-18 pax). We can offer some highlights to visit and you can add to or choose your own agenda for the day. You may like to visit the gondola and go for a luge ride or maybe a cultural performance. Many options available so let's talk and make it a day to remember. We will have you back at your ship at the Port of Tauranga well prior to your sailing time.

I will meet you 10 minutes prior to your advised start time at the Tauranga Port entry/exit gates 5 minutes walk from your ship. I will be waiting there with your name sign. Visit NZ's best surf beach, travel through lush green countryside, dairy farms, kiwifruit orchards, pine forests, and the scenic lakes district. Next stop, Rotorua and Te Puia Geysers for a 2.hr guided tour of this amazing geothermal park. Time for a lunch break. Finish our day with a relaxing 1.hr therapeutic soak in the Polynesian Mineral Spa. We return to Tauranga Port via a different scenic route. .