Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu - Small Group Tour from Auckland
Overview
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13 hours
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This small group, fully-guided day trip combines two of the top attractions in the North Island together to form the ultimate day trip from Auckland. Different from other tours, guided tours at both Hobbiton & Wai-O-Tapu ensure you get the full experience.
Highlights:
• Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park
• Champagne Lake & Devils Bath
• Rotorua City Highlights
Led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life, sharing their stories and background knowledge, and run in modern minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
While the destinations you will be visiting are spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own or one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).
The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties - A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
Entry Tickets
Water available & snacks provided
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch (opportunities to purchase at own expense)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Auckland Central
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
Waikato Region
Be driven through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, on a fully guided journey to your next attraction. During the trip you will encounter stunning scenery, might rivers, great photo opportunities, beautiful mountains and see several different farm animals along the way.
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Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu - Small Group Tour from Auckland
Pickup included
Reviews
407 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hobiton and Wai-O-Tapu best tour
Daydream14689857608,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cheeky Michael and Nicky were fantastic guides. The whole day was very well planned out and I had a really great time. Having a small tour made it feel more perosnal
This, my friend, is a tour to remember
D7038VCsaral,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an unforgettable day! Seeing Hobbiton was truly a dream come true, and I checked off a major item on my travel bucket list by visiting Rotorua. Our guides Cheeky Michael and Nicky were absolutely lovely! So personable and fun. Both brought a great amount of knowledge and humor to the day to really enhance the experience.
Geothermal hot spring experience
7amadaa,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I couldn't express my self seeing the beauty of the geothermal spring in Rotorua especially the greenish hot spring and the second largest mud spring in the world. For me its a must to see.
Great experience
Explore30131456825,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recommend this tour, it s a must. Well organized, the Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua and Wai O Tapu are great locations and the guide, John gave more value to this tour with his interaction, communication and humor.
Great company!
OlGA K,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time. Super informative guide. Great conversation and amazing scenery. Highly recommend this Tour and this company. Customer service was above and beyond anything expected Simon was amazing.
Amazing tour!
Glenda W,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was our secondtime to visit Hobbiton but first time to Wai-O-Tapu. However the visit to hobitton is still fun and amazing. We love the view, it was breathtaking and we just can’t get enough of Hobbiton. While Wai-O-Tapu was extraordinary!!! The track is non-hiker friendly. We love every moment of it. Thank you to our wonderful friendly driver, Michael especially for recommending us the lunch bakery. It was superb!!!
Good Experience
lpp762017,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic experience on this tour! Pickup was right on time at the designated location, and the bus was impressively clean and comfortable—with personal Wi-Fi access for each guest, which was a nice touch. Throughout the journey, we were well taken care of with complimentary water, snacks, and even umbrellas when the rain came through. The visit to the Hobbiton movie set was magical, with just the right amount of time to explore and soak in the charm of the location. In Rotorua, we had plenty of time to wander through the geothermal area and enjoy the unique landscape at our own pace. Although the drive was a bit long, our guide Ale made it enjoyable with great commentary and a warm, welcoming attitude. Ale truly elevated the experience with their knowledge and care. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore these iconic New Zealand destinations with comfort and ease!
Great tour
Paul M,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good day cheeky Mike , ari and pearl were awesome maybe went a bit long due to traffic but would highly recommend this experience
Wonderful tour!
chananchidac2022,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff were friendly and approachable. They were also very knowledgeable about the places we visited and explained everything clearly throughout the trip. The journey was smooth and comfortable, with convenient pick-up and drop-off points. We also appreciated the complimentary water and snacks provided during the tour.
Great day out
Mary B,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Both experiences were fantastic. Al our guide was brilliant and we learnt a lot about living in New Zealand
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