• Auckland Central - Begin the tour in New Zealand’s largest city. As the journey departs from the city, the guide will not only set the stage for the day’s adventure but also highlight and navigate past some of the city’s top attractions.

• Waikato Region - Travel through the breathtaking Waikato countryside, the largest farming area globally, on a fully guided trip to the next destination. Along the way, enjoy stunning landscapes, mighty rivers, excellent photo opportunities, beautiful mountains, and various farm animals.

• Hobbiton Movie Set - Hop on one of the large green Hobbiton buses for a two and a half hour fully guided tour of this incredible 12-acre movie set. A professional Hobbiton guide will ensure a memorable visit. During the tour, explore the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, admire the beautiful gardens, learn secrets and stories about the movie-making process, and enjoy a refreshing drink at the renowned Hobbiton pub, The Green Dragon Inn.

• Tirau - Known as the ‘Corrugated Capital of the World’ due to its numerous unique Corrugated Iron sculptures and buildings, this town always brings a smile. Guides will highlight all the main attractions along the way.

• Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Discover Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland, regarded as one of the most surreal places on earth. Witness the famous Champagne Lake, Devil’s Bath, local mud pools, geothermal craters, and other geothermal marvels. The vibrant colors and activity are truly breathtaking.

• Rotorua - Conclude the Rotorua experience with a guided driving tour of the city’s most famous sites, including Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring), and the Blue Baths. If time permits, there may be a visit to a special souvenir shop for discounted shopping and a taste of Manuka Honey.

• Auckland - Unfortunately, it’s time to head north again, but the day continues with a fully guided return trip to Auckland, featuring secret stops along the way.

• Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Hobbiton Movie Tour & Waiotapu Entry

• Lunch (opportunities to purchase at own expense)
• On-board restrooms

Embark on a thrilling day journey from Auckland, uniquely combining two notable North Island attractions. Unlike other travels, our guided tours to Hobbiton & Wai-O-Tapu are designed to deliver a comprehensive experience.

Key Takeaways:
• Experiencing Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Excursion to Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park
• Sights of Champagne Lake & Devils Bath
• Touring Rotorua City Highlights

Our enthusiastic tour guides, known to enliven your voyage with their interesting narratives and background insights, facilitate the tours in modern, well-equipped minibuses ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.

Cheeky Kiwi Travel prides itself on providing experiences that go beyond visiting spectacular destinations. It’s the tour packages full of secret locations, wildlife spotting, customized vehicles, free refreshments, and several other unexpected delights that truly set us apart. We believe in creating journeys that you will cherish forever.

• 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
• Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties - A moderate amount of walking is involved.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.