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On this tour you will be picked up from the hotel in our comfortable 12-seater mini-bus and driven through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, on a fully guided journey to Hobbiton. During the trip south you will encounter stunning scenery, great photo opportunities, beautiful mountains and see several different farm animals along the way. After our drive we will arrive at the Alexander family sheep farm and Shire's Rest, the entrance to Hobbiton, where you can see thousands of sheep, grab a bite to eat, get your coffee fix or enjoy an ice cream while we collect your tickets to the movie set. Next you will board one of the big green Hobbiton buses to depart on your 2 hour fully guided tour of this amazing 12 acre movie set with a professional Hobbiton guide to ensure you get the most out of your visit. During your tour you will step into the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, see amazing gardens, hear the secrets and stories about the making of the movies, and finish your LOTR experience with a cold beverage at the famous Hobbiton pub, The Green Dragon Inn. After your Lord of the rings experience you will be guided back through the Alexander family sheep farm, before continuing south to the active geothermal area of Rotorua. During the trip we will pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) and the stunning Fitzgerald Glade, plus see many more attractions along the way. In Rotorua we will guide you past many of its famous and historical sites including Lake Rotorua, The Government Gardens, Blue Baths, Thermal Springs and Polynesian Spa. From here we head to one of the most famous attractions in New Zealand, Te Puia Geothermal Park. Once inside the park we stop for lunch, and we highly recommend trying the traditional Maori Hangi meal. After lunch we set off for a fully guided tour around this amazing park to see it's geothermal and cultural wonders. You will see Pōhutu Geyser, Māori Architecture, the National Māori Arts Schools, geothermal craters, geothermal events and even the chance to view a kiwi bird in the kiwi viewing house. We will drive by Lake Rotorua, historic art deco Blue Baths and beautiful Government Gardens before heading back to Auckland. Inclusions - Fully guided small group return tour from Auckland (maximum 11 passengers)
- Hotel pick ups and drop offs (specific central Auckland hotels only)
- Complimentary beverage at the famous Green Dragon Inn
- Alexander Family Sheep Farm & Shire's Rest
- Pohutu Geyser
- Rotorua City Highlights Tour
- Refreshments and snacks whilst driving
- On screen entertainment during the drive
- Transport in modern and comfortable 7 or 11 seater minibuses
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Entry fee & fully guided tour - Te Puia Geothermal & Maori Cultural Park
- Entry ticket and fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set
- Entry/Admission - Te Puia
- Entry/Admission - Hobbiton Movie Set
Exclusions - Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
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