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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland with a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all …More

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Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (1,269)

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland with a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all...

240 to 250 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,269)
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$41
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Enter the world of Mitai Māori Village and embrace our history and culture. Watch our stories unfold through the dynamic scenes of our warriors paddling …More

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Rotorua, New Zealand
4.7 (1,368)

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Enter the world of Mitai Māori Village and embrace our history and culture. Watch our stories unfold through the dynamic scenes of our warriors paddling...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,368)
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$103
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative …More

Rotorua, New Zealand
4.6 (580)

Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (580)
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$189
Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland

One day. Two worlds you won't find anywhere else. Above ground, step into the storybook setting of Hobbiton Movie Set, where rolling green hills and …More

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Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (1,262)

Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland

One day. Two worlds you won't find anywhere else. Above ground, step into the storybook setting of Hobbiton Movie Set, where rolling green hills and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,262)
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$247
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Enjoy a full day, all-inclusive adventure in Wellington, the home of middle-Earth. Visit some amazing locations from the Lord of the Rings movies, enjoy a …More

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Wellington, New Zealand
4.9 (601)

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Enjoy a full day, all-inclusive adventure in Wellington, the home of middle-Earth. Visit some amazing locations from the Lord of the Rings movies, enjoy a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (601)
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$187
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour from Auckland

Join a magical journey to the heart of Middle-earth with an intimate small group tour to the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Immerse yourself in the …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (1,628)

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour from Auckland

Join a magical journey to the heart of Middle-earth with an intimate small group tour to the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Immerse yourself in the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,628)
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$183
Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

Enjoy a magical 6-6.5 hour tour to the Hobbiton Movie set, used for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series, which has …More

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Tauranga, New Zealand
4.9 (363)

Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

Enjoy a magical 6-6.5 hour tour to the Hobbiton Movie set, used for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series, which has...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (363)
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$201
Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER …More

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Tauranga, New Zealand
4.8 (168)

Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (168)
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$57
Premium Tasting, 4-Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h

Join our Best Wine Tour group with Best tour guide to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 different …More

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Napier, New Zealand
4.8 (177)

Premium Tasting, 4-Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h

Join our Best Wine Tour group with Best tour guide to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 different...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (177)
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$106
Auckland City Top Spots Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

A Half-day tour that satisfies all visitors to Auckland. Recommended for travelers short on time and those eager to see the city's top attractions. Includes …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (293)

Auckland City Top Spots Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

A Half-day tour that satisfies all visitors to Auckland. Recommended for travelers short on time and those eager to see the city's top attractions. Includes...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (293)
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$92
Waiheke Island: 3 Vineyards, Stunning Views & Wine Tastings

Waiheke's most booked wine tour — and for good reason! Three stunning vineyards, fabulous wine tastings, breathtaking scenery and local guides who know the island …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand
4.9 (376)

Waiheke Island: 3 Vineyards, Stunning Views & Wine Tastings

Waiheke's most booked wine tour — and for good reason! Three stunning vineyards, fabulous wine tastings, breathtaking scenery and local guides who know the island...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (376)
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$112
Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf. The Bay of Islands …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand
4.6 (351)

Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf. The Bay of Islands...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (351)
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$141
Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Hot Tubs & Lunch from Auckland

Discover the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation on this full-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Explore the geothermal wonders of Wai O Tapu, before …More

Rotorua, New Zealand
4.8 (132)

Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Hot Tubs & Lunch from Auckland

Discover the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation on this full-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Explore the geothermal wonders of Wai O Tapu, before...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (132)
from
$221
Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and …More

Napier, New Zealand
5.0 (49)

Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (49)
from
$101
Waiheke Island: Premium Wine Tour 3 Vineyards + Seafront Lunch

Afternoon Wine Affair – Waiheke Island Escape Auckland for an unforgettable afternoon on Waiheke Island, where beautiful wines, coastal scenery and exceptional food come together. …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand
4.8 (35)

Waiheke Island: Premium Wine Tour 3 Vineyards + Seafront Lunch

Afternoon Wine Affair – Waiheke Island Escape Auckland for an unforgettable afternoon on Waiheke Island, where beautiful wines, coastal scenery and exceptional food come together....

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (35)
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$187
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Join this tour to visit two of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves, in one easy day trip from Auckland. …More

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Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (3,137)

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Join this tour to visit two of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves, in one easy day trip from Auckland....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3,137)
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$215
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Explore and admire Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges, on this 5 hour afternoon eco-tour. The perfect way to get out of the city …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (922)

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Explore and admire Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges, on this 5 hour afternoon eco-tour. The perfect way to get out of the city...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (922)
from
$121
Hobbiton, Rotorua and Waiotapu Small Group Tour from Auckland

Want to see more of New Zealand than Auckland? This is the day for it. Start in the rolling countryside of the Waikato at Hobbiton …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (514)

Hobbiton, Rotorua and Waiotapu Small Group Tour from Auckland

Want to see more of New Zealand than Auckland? This is the day for it. Start in the rolling countryside of the Waikato at Hobbiton...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (514)
from
$258
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

Enter the magical world of ‘the Shire’ on this small-group movie set tour to Hobbiton from Auckland. See where the The Lord of the Rings …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.9 (515)

Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

Enter the magical world of ‘the Shire’ on this small-group movie set tour to Hobbiton from Auckland. See where the The Lord of the Rings...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (515)
from
$244
Half Day Tour of Wellington

Must See and Fun Tour of Wellington Where your Wellington adventure begins … Features include: • Downtown entertainment area of Wellington • Mt Victoria • …More

Wellington, New Zealand
4.8 (657)

Half Day Tour of Wellington

Must See and Fun Tour of Wellington Where your Wellington adventure begins … Features include: • Downtown entertainment area of Wellington • Mt Victoria •...

3 hours 20 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (657)
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$74

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