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Private Luxury Tour to Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitimo Glowworm Cave

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11 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This private tour has been designed for couples that require privacy and flexibility. You can make stops for photo shoots or spend extra time on locations. Travel in luxury with chauffeurs with 25 years of experience in Tours & Transfers!

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Breakfast
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
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Cruise Ship guests will be met at the point of exit from the customs area to the arrival area of the port with a name board for ease of identification. Airport transfers extras unless it is specified otherwise, please contact us to confirm.

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Hobbiton Movie Set

This movie set is located on a family run farm, the tour would reveal how this picturesque farmland was transformed into the Shire from Middle Earth.Discover the rolling hillside, walkways and Hobbiton holes from the movies. Experienced guides will guide and give you interesting facts about how the movies were made. See live the Hobbiton Holes, the Green Dragon Inn, The Mill and the Party Tree.Your Middle Earth adventure will end with a complimentary ale, beer, cider or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn.
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

The Glow worm known as Arachnocampa Luminosa, is unique to New Zealand. Thousands of these tiny creatures radiate their unmistakable luminescent light as your expert guide will provide information on the Cave’s historical and geological significance. The caves were formed over 30 million years ago and comprises 2 levels. The upper level is dry and includes the entrance to the caves and formations known as the Catacombs. On the lower level are stream passages and the Cathedral, walk from the upper level to a 45 minutes boat journey through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Walk through the majestic Cathedral Cove famous for its acoustics.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This product is subject to availability please check availability before booking
  • Full refund would be given in case of non availability of entry tickets of bad weather

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Luxury Tour to Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitimo Glowworm Cave?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Return transfers to Auckland CBD hotels & Ports of Auckland
  • Breakfast
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This product is subject to availability please check availability before booking
  • Full refund would be given in case of non availability of entry tickets of bad weather

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