Itinerary Reference:

Outbound: Pick‑up service. Please provide your preferred location on the payment page; the supplier will reconfirm with you. The supplier will reconfirm the pick‑up time before departure.

Attraction / Experience: 2 hours 30 minutes, Guided Tour, Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour

Attraction / Experience: 1 hour 30 minutes, Guided Tour, Te Puia

Meal: 1 hour, Lunch, Te Puia

Return: 19:00 ‑ 19:30, Transfer included

*Itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Tour Highlights

Small group tour, travelling in a luxury vehicle.

Pick‑up from all accommodation locations

Our vehicles are all newer model Mercedes. Most vehicles have one fewer row of seats than the factory standard, providing you with more comfortable legroom.

Guaranteed Departure Due to low participant numbers and ongoing losses caused by the COVID‑19 pandemic, until further notice, we require a minimum of 4 people (or equivalent) to form a tour group.

Want to take in both the magical landscapes and raw geothermal scenery of New Zealand's North Island in one go? This one‑stop curated day tour supports flexible departure and arrival points in both Auckland and Rotorua, allowing you to customise your own exclusive journey. No need to plan your own route or drive yourself — enjoy two classic marquee attractions with ease and unlock the most iconic natural and cultural experiences New Zealand has to offer.

The first stop of the journey takes you into the Hobbiton movie set, a place that has captured the imagination of countless film fans, stepping into the real Middle‑earth Shire. Rolling emerald‑green hills, charming hobbit holes scattered across the landscape, and the vintage ambience of the century‑old Party Tree recreate the classic film scenes from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Every detail mirrors the scenes from the films, immersing you in the unique charm of this magical IP. During the tour, you can also enjoy a complimentary signature drink at the Green Dragon Inn, taking a short break in a vintage rural atmosphere and experiencing the healing and romance of the Shire — a must‑visit experience for Tolkien fans and travel enthusiasts alike.

Bidding farewell to the dreamy movie village, travel by vehicle to Rotorua to explore this unique geothermal cultural capital of New Zealand. The tour includes a buffet lunch at the Te Puia scenic area, where you can savour authentic New Zealand flavours at the Pataka Kai restaurant to refuel for the journey. After lunch, take an in‑depth tour of the Te Puia nature reserve, watch the spectacular eruption of the Pohutu Geyser up close, view the bubbling and boiling mud pools, and witness the Earth's most primal geothermal wonders.

In addition, visit the local arts and crafts institute to gain a deeper appreciation of the heritage and charm of Māori culture and to understand the unique cultural character of Rotorua. In one trip, you can wander through a fairytale rural landscape, enjoy the fresh and natural pastoral scenery, explore the awe‑inspiring geothermal terrain, and immerse yourself in authentic Māori culture.

With flexible entry and exit options, an all‑inclusive hassle‑free itinerary, and a rich and unique dual‑theme experience, you can break away from rushed travel and easily create lasting memories of New Zealand's North Island — embarking on an unforgettable journey of fantasy, nature and culture.

*Vehicle photos