After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It is just a short distance from your hotel .

Duration :1 hour

What's Included

• Open Top Buses
• Daily Departures
• Visit the Top Auckland Sights
• English Commentary
• Choose from 24 passes

Overview

Set out on a flexible sightseeing journey through Auckland with the convenient hop-on hop-off Explorer Bus, designed to let you explore the city at your own pace while enjoying engaging onboard commentary. Travel in comfort on a modern bus featuring either an open-top deck or a glass roof, offering fantastic views as you discover why Auckland is known as the “City of Sails.”

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With departures running every 30 minutes, your 24 hour pass gives you easy access to many of the city’s top attractions, including Downtown Auckland, SkyCity, Auckland Museum, Parnell Village, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium, along with plenty of other must-see spots.

Enjoy a relaxing free day in Auckland, giving you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace. Whether you choose to stroll along the vibrant waterfront, discover local shops and cafés, or simply unwind and take in the stunning harbor views, the day is yours to design. You might visit cultural landmarks, enjoy world-class dining, or venture out to nearby neighborhoods for a taste of local life. This leisure day offers the perfect balance to your itinerary, allowing you to experience Auckland in a way that suits your personal interests and style.

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It is just a short distance from your hotel, or you will have a pickup from your hotel.

Duration : 12 hours

What's Included

• Full day tour that operates daily
• Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
• Guided tour of Waitomo Glow worm Caves
• Picnic lunch enjoyed on the coach
• Spacious and scenic coach travel with commentary
• Free Wi Fi on board coaches

Overview

Discover two of New Zealand’s most iconic attractions on a full-day journey from Auckland to the enchanting Waitomo Caves and the famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury coach as you head south through the country’s picturesque countryside, with rolling green hills and farmland stretching as far as the eye can see. Along the way, your driver-guide will share engaging commentary, bringing the landscapes and local history to life.

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Begin your adventure at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, a remarkable underground world shaped by stunning limestone formations. Enjoy a guided exploration through the caves, followed by a მშვიდ and memorable boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of tiny glowworms illuminate the darkness like a starry sky. As you continue your journey, a picnic lunch will be provided for you to enjoy on board the coach.

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Next, visit the world-renowned Hobbiton Movie Set, located on a working farm near the town of Matamata. This magical site was transformed into the beloved setting for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, and today offers visitors a chance to step into Middle-earth. Your guided tour includes entry into a Hobbit Hole™, carefully designed by the original film crews, offering a unique look into the charming homes of the Shire™ along Bagshot Row™.

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As you explore, you’ll encounter famous landmarks such as the Hobbit Holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and the Party Tree, while your guide shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights and stories from the film productions.

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After a day filled with unforgettable sights and experiences, relax on the return journey to Auckland, arriving back in the early evening.

After breakfast, meet your driver for your transfer to Auckland Airport ( AKL ) . We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up approximately 4 hours before your flight departure time to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey to the airport.

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Please note that hotel check-out time is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out is subject to availability and may incur additional charges depending on the hotel policy.