Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
- Watch the views rather than the road with included hotel pickup
- Hit two of the North Island’s most famous attractions in one day
- Receive personalized attention on an intimate small-group tour
- Lunch is included so you don't need to pack a picnic
What's Included
- Fully Guided Small Group Tour with local driver/guide
- Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Tour
- Complimentary Hotel Pickup & Drop off (select locations only)
- LunchSit down - free choice from a set menu
- Water & snacks provided
- Children below 8 are required to travel in a booster/safety seat. Hire for NZ$20 or provide your own
- Restroom on board
- Due to the delicate ecosystem within the Waitomo Caves, photography is not permitted inside.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Pickup details
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (SkyCity Hotel). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minutes prior to your specific pickup 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. We are unable to wait for late guests.
Operating hours.6:00 am
Itinerary
Auckland Central (Pass By)
Waikato Region (Pass By)
Hobbiton Movie Set
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Karapiro
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Otorohanga
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Auckland
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
- Due to uneven surfaces. steps & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Cancellation Policy
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