Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Small Group Tour (One Way)
Overview
On this small group, fully guided One Way trip, visit the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and other stops and secret locations on the way from Auckland to Rotorua.
Highlights:
• Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Green Dragon Inn
• Rotorua
• Waikato Farming Region
• Surprise Stops
Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in a modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
What's Included
- Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Water available & snacks provided
- Entry ticket and fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking
Meeting and Pickup
- Enjoy the convenience of pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option & meet us there!- 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.PICKUP TIMES: Park Hyatt 5:40 AM Swiss Belsuites Victoria Park 5:40 AM Sofitel Viaduct Harbour 5:40 AM Hilton Hotel 5:45 AM M Social 5:45 AM Movenpick Hotel 5: 45 AM Adina Apartment Hotel 5:45 AM Copthorne Auckland City 5:45 AM Nesuto Stadium Hotel & Apartments 5:45 AM Pullman Auckland 5:45 AM SO/Auckland05:45 AM JW Marriott Auckland City 5:50 AM Heritage Auckland 5:50 AM Ibis Budget Auckland Central 5:50 AM Rydges Hotel 5:50 AM Crowne Plaza 5:55 AM The Grand By SkyCity 5:55 AM SkyCity Hotel 5:55 AM Four Points by Sheraton 5:55 AM Grand Millennium Auckland 6:00 AM Kiwi International Hotel 6:00 AM Mercure Queen St 6:00 AM VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street 6:00 AM Cordis Auckland 6:05 AM Sebel Manukau (not Viaduct Harbour) 6:15 AM
What To Expect
Auckland Central (Pass By)
Waikato Region (Pass By)
Hobbiton Movie Set
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Tirau (Pass By)
Lake Rotorua
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own or one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).
- The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Small Group Tour (One Way)?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Small Group & Fully Guided Tour.
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person.
- Water available & snacks provided.
- Entry ticket and fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
- Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Small Group Tour (One Way) is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Small Group Tour (One Way) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
- Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Water available & snacks provided
- Entry ticket and fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own or one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).
- The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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