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2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo

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Auckland, New Zealand
  • 2 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Entry to Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Wai O Tapu & Hamilton Gardens
    • Fully guided small group tour
    • Lunch & Dinner

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    - Pickup offered from listed locations only. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. - If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select The SkyCity Hotel for now. You can update this later. - Pick-ups begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside by this time. - Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance. - Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To ensure a timely departure, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late guests. - You will receive an email with important pickup information the day prior, please read this information.

    Operating hours
    .6:00 am

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton

    5 Stops

    Waikato Region (Pass By)

    1

    Waitomo Caves

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Hobbiton Movie Set

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Tirau (Pass By)

    3

    Rotorua

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: 1 night 3* double or twin share accom included in tour price. Option to upgrade at extra cost to single share

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    Rotorua to Auckland via Taupo & Hamilton Gardens

    5 Stops

    1

    Wai-O-Tapu

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Taupo

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Huka Falls Tracks

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    4

    Hamilton Gardens

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Auckland (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Not included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Solo travellers will be required to pay a Solo Surcharge for Accommodation (+$150 NZD)
    • Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have a car seat one can be provided (with 24 hours’ notice).
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 19 reviews
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    Good if you have limited time in North Island

    Ziyad_A, Feb 2026
    That was fun! Kim did a great job, and I enjoyed the tour on both days. We had some extra stops that weren’t in the schedule, which was nice.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Kia ora! Great to hear you enjoyed both days of your North Island adventure! Kim sounds like she made the trip extra enjoyable, and those bonus stops are always a fun surprise that make the tour feel even more special. Perfect for getting a taste of so many highlights in a short time. We’d love to welcome you back for more adventures soon. Until then, safe travels and thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi! Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

    Short trip, full experience

    Renard_L, Jan 2026
    Ride with Jeff. Lol! He was a great host. If you only have a short time in the country and want to see a lot this is the way to go no need to look for transportation or lodging it's all included in this trip. Make sure you got on some good walking shoes and be prepared to be bursting with excitement. The buses are used are pretty small but we were extra small on our tour which gave us a lot of time to see a lot more things with the smaller crowds. This is definitely best for short trips.

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Kia ora Renard, “Short trip, full experience” sums this one up perfectly. Great to hear Jeff looked after you so well and that the small group made it easier to see more without feeling rushed. That flexibility is a big part of why this tour works so well for shorter stays. Good call on the walking shoes too. There’s a lot packed in, but it sounds like you made the most of it and enjoyed the ride along the way. Thanks for travelling with us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another Cheeky Kiwi adventure in the future. Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

    It was great experience....

    SURESHKUMAR_S, Jan 2026
    It was great experience. The places covered had breathtaking views. Cheeky Kiwi's vehicle was very comfortable. Michael, the tour guide was super friendly and kept us with an excellent commentary

    Response from Host, Jan 2026

    Kia ora! Thanks for taking the time to share this. We’re really glad you enjoyed the mix of destinations across the two days, it’s a big route but those views make it worthwhile. Great to hear the van was comfortable and that Michael’s commentary helped keep the journey engaging along the way. Thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi, and we’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

    Best 2 day trip ever!

    Jesus_M, Dec 2025
    Absolutely recommend! Great company and staff. Our tour guide was highly knowledgeable and very accommodating. Everyone needs to do this 2 day tour!

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Kia ora, “Best 2 day trip ever” is a pretty strong endorsement. I’m stoked the whole experience landed so well. That Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupō combo packs a lot in, so having a knowledgeable guide who keeps things flowing and looks after everyone really makes the difference. Great to hear the team made it feel easy and welcoming across both days. Those longer trips often end up being where the best connections and memories are made. Thanks so much for the recommendation and for choosing to travel with us. We’d love to have you back for another adventure down the track. Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

    Great Experience

    Rachel_L, Nov 2025
    This tour was great! It included many of the highlights of the north island. Matt was an awesome tour guide! Very nice, kept us on schedule, and gave us tips on how best to do each experience and what pics to get. 🙂 He also had recommendations on what activities we could do with our extra day in Auckland. Would recommend!

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Kia ora Rachel, What an awesome way to explore the North Island in two days. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the mix of highlights and that Matt helped you make the most of every stop without feeling rushed. He’s brilliant at those little tips for photos and hidden angles, so I’m glad they came in handy. Love that he also helped you plan the extra day in Auckland - he’s a walking itinerary when you need one. We’d love to welcome you back for more adventures in the future. Until then, safe travels and thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi! Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

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