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AUCKLAND TOURS

WAITOMO & HOBBITON™
EXPERIENCE
Enjoy guided tours of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and the
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves on a full day sightseeing
tour from Auckland.
Journey south through lush, rural farmland to the
Hobbiton™ Movie Set, hidden near the town of
Matamata. Here, the village of Hobbiton™ was carefully
created in amazing detail as a film location for The Lord
of the Rings and Hobbit movie trilogies. During your
guided tour of this amazing location, you’ll see sights
like Hobbit holes, the Mill and The Green Dragon™ Inn
and learn how farmland was transformed into a living,
breathing piece of Middle-Earth™. After exploring
Hobbiton™, enjoy a delicious lunch in the Party
Marquee adjacent to The Green Dragon™ Inn.
At the world famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, take a
45 minute guided tour through impressive underground
caverns and learn how stalactites, stalagmites and other
limestone structures were formed over millions of years.
Your tour includes a boat ride through the Glow Worm
Grotto – gliding silently along an underground river while
gazing at the twinkling glow worms overhead. After
visiting Waitomo and Hobbiton™, return to Auckland.
Includes:
• Waitomo Glow Worm Caves guided tour
• Hobbiton™ Movie Set tour
• Lunch
• Return transfers from selected Auckland
accommodation
Operator: Great Sights New Zealand
Duration: 11 hours
Departs: Daily from Auckland at 8am

Adult Child 5-14 yrs
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $363 * $182 *
1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $374 * $187 *

WAIHEKE HOP-ON HOP-OFF
EXPLORER
Combine your ferry travel with unlimited bus travel for
the day. It’s a great way to make the most of a day trip
to Waiheke Island, offering a flexible and cost-effective
way to experience the island at your own pace.
Board a modern coach from Matiatia Wharf and hop on
and hop off as much as you like at any of the tours 15
convenient stops across the island.
Along the route, you can choose to explore vineyards,
beaches, restaurants, cafés and villages. If you prefer,
you can stay onboard and enjoy a one and a half hour
scenic tour of the island. Accompanying your local
driver, a friendly onboard host will deliver engaging
commentary. Learn about the island’s history and
culture. See Waiheke’s stunning coastal vistas as well
as some of the island’s hottest properties. Visit iconic
Oneroa Village and Onetangi Beach. Pass beautiful
vineyards including Batch Winery, Tantalus Winery and ECOZIP ADVENTURES
Mud Brick Winery. Enjoy sweeping sandy beaches and Discover Waiheke Island on a three hour EcoZip
get a real insider’s view of island life. Experience. Embark on a Waiheke Highlights tour,
before arriving at the EcoZip visitor centre. Take to the
Includes: skies on the unique ziplines. With dual cables, each over
• 1 hour 30 minute guided tour of Waiheke Island 200 metres long, fly side-by-side with a friend for an
• Informative commentary unforgettable experience. Across three separate lines,
• Return ferry transfers from Auckland zip high above a working vineyard and lush, ancient
forest canopies. Then, enjoy a magical guided nature
Operator: Fullers 360 walk and discover ancient stories of Maori legends.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Departs: Daily from Auckland Ferry Terminal Includes:
Every 30 minutes from 9am (Oct – Apr) • Zipline experience • Guided forest nature walk
Every hour from 9am (May – Sep) • On-island transfers
Operator: EcoZip Adventures
Duration: 3 hours
Departs: From Matiatia Ferry Terminal, Waiheke Island
Mon to Fri at 10:15am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm
Sat, Sun at 9:15am, 10:15am, 12:15pm,
Adult Child 5-15 yrs 2:15pm
1 Apr – 18 Oct 20 $65 * $34 * Adult Child 5-15 yrs
19 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $76 * $37 * 1 Apr 20 – 31 Mar 21 $124 * $76 *

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
44 travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.