2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo
Overview
Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo & Hamilton Gardens Tour, this small group, fully guided tour combines all the most popular attractions in the North Island into one non rushed trip, with the time and options to add extra activities if you choose.
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 modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
Highlights:
- Hobbiton Movie Set
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Rotorua Highlights & Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
- Taupo Highlights & Huka Falls
- Hamilton Gardens
What's Included
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry to Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Wai O Tapu & Hamilton Gardens
- Fully guided small group tour
- Lunch & Dinner
- Restroom on board
Meeting and Pickup
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (SkyCity Hotel). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there.*Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minute prior to your specific pickup 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. We are unable to wait for late guests.
What To Expect
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton
5 Stops
Rotorua to Auckland via Taupo & Hamilton Gardens
5 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- 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.
- Solo travellers will be required to pay a Solo Surcharge for Accommodation (+$150 NZD)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-56760P73
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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 (NZDT).
- 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.
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own).
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entry to Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Wai O Tapu & Hamilton Gardens.
- Fully guided small group tour.
- Lunch & Dinner.
- Restroom on board.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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 2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Space for luggage - 1 large & 1 small per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry to Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Wai O Tapu & Hamilton Gardens
- Fully guided small group tour
- Lunch & Dinner
- Restroom on board
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- 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.
- Solo travellers will be required to pay a Solo Surcharge for Accommodation (+$150 NZD)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
