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Hobbiton & Rotorua Buried Village Private Tour from Auckland
Remuera, Auckland
13 hours
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What You Will Do
Experience the magic of great value Hobbiton Movie Set Tour and the geothermal oasis of Rotorua in a exclusive luxury private tour from Auckland. Walk into the real-world landscape on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and listen to the haunting echoes of the past at the Buried Village of Te Wairoa, one of the most visited archaeological site where stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera volcanic eruption come to life and telling tales of the 8th Wonder of the World, the Pink and White Terraces including a café style lunch along the way.
What's Included?
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Private transportation
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet on-board the minibus
- Complimentary refreshments and water on board
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Lunch
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Admission to the self-guided walk to Buried Village of Te Wairoa
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Explore the archaeological sites which reveal the devastation
- Take the beautiful waterfall trail which showcases the stunning Te Wairoa Falls
- View the extensive collection of excavated objects from the 1800’s
- Listen to the fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
- On-board WiFi
- Admission to 2 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton Movie Set
- Gain unique insights on a self-guided walk across the Buried Village of Te Wairoa
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit hole
- Encounter the award-winning Museum of Te Wairoa exhibition
- Enjoy remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges
- Access to Te Wairoa Trail and Waterfalls
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages at Green Dragon Inn
What's Not Included?
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Auckland Central
15 minutes
We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: ExperienceKart.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy level of fitness is required and comfortable shoes with a good grip.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, and bring a camera & any essential personal items.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
- There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
- We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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