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Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

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12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit.
During this tour combination, you will visit New Zealand’s two most iconic and must visit attractions, Rotorua a region rich in cultural history and natural wonders. Then visit Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and marvel at thousands of enchanting glow worms found in a subterranean landscape. Discover New Zealand’s natural wonder which took over 30 million years to form!

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Breakfast
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
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Meeting and Pickup

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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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Te Puia

Rotorua is a unique region where geothermal activity is evident from the steam appearing on the hills, parks and the lakefront. You will arrive at Te Puia and with a local guide, you will encounter bubbling mud, pools of boiling water and stunning geysers. The Pōhutu geyser is the main attraction. Pōhutu is the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, she erupts once or twice every hour reaching heights of up to 30 meters (100 ft). At Te Puia, you will get to see New Zealand’s national iconic flightless bird, the Kiwi. Experience the unique ways Māori adapted to life in Rotorua.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Lake Rotorua

We will then continue our tour of Rotorua, the lakefront, visit the historical and picturesque government gardens and hot pools. (Under maintenance at present).Our trip to Rotorua weaves together the fascinating geology, rich culture and colonial beginnings of this region that makes it a ‘must visit’ destination.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waitomo CavesWe continue on to Waitomo Valley, the gateway to the spectacular Waitomo Caves.Waitomo was one of New Zealand’s original tourist destination. Its popularity has endured and you’ll soon understand why. Lonely Planet calls the Waitomo Caves a ‘must do attraction’.Under the farmland of the Waitomo area lies a network of caves, sinkholes and underground rivers. The caves were carved by underground streams shaping the soft limestone over thousands of years. Many of the caves have amazing stalactites (an icicle-shaped formations that hangs from the ceiling of a cave) and stalagmites (an upward-growing mound of deposits) built gradually over centuries from minerals contained in water that trickled through the caves. But what makes these caves truly unique are the glow worms, Arachnocampa Luminosa. These little creatures are unique to New Zealand. Thousands of them line the cave walls radiating their unmistakable luminescent light giving you the feeling of being close to a million stars.During your tour, a local specialist guide provides a fascinating commentary on the Waitomo Caves’ history and geology as you explore the caves on foot and by boat. The gentle boat ride takes you silently down a peaceful underground stream lit only by the millions of tiny glow-worms lining the walls and roof of the cave. A truly awe-inspiring experience.
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1 hour 30 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
  • The Waitomo Glowworm cave booking would be subject to availability, please check availability with management before booking.
  • Full refund will be given in case there is no availability at Waitomo Glowworm cave or because of bad weather

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group?

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
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea

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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The Waitomo Glowworm cave booking would be subject to availability, please check availability with management before booking.
  • Full refund will be given in case there is no availability at Waitomo Glowworm cave or because of bad weather

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