Auckland Central

We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.

The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.

We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.

Te Awamutu

Te Awamutu calls itself the ‘Rose Capital of New Zealand’. During the blooming season, November to April, the garden next to the visitor centre is a technicolour dream as 2000 rose bushes turn on the charm.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Travel in style from Auckland to this amazing destination located in the King Country of the Waikato takes about 3 hours when driving south from Auckland. Glowworm caves in New Zealand offer visitors the chance to explore dark caves that are lit up by thousands of tiny glowworms, who shine bright to attract their prey. Be amazed by thousands of magical glowworms above as you glide silently by boat in the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. The enchanting Waitomo Caves have been attracting visitors for more than 120 years, thanks to their incredible limestone formations and luminescent glowworms. Ride a boat beneath thousands of tiny glow-worms inhabit the cave and put on a mesmerising light display likened to the twinkling night sky. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Waitomo before head to another spotlight.

Hobbiton Movie Set

Experience the real Middle-Earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Walk into the real-world landscape of Middle Earth on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where you get a behind-the-scenes look at ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit.’ Pause at the Green Dragon™ Inn to for a draft of Hobbit™ Southfarthing™, see the remarkable detailing that brought Hobbiton™ to life on screen, and visit the places where key scenes were created. Take a look at Bag End, where Frodo and Bilbo’s adventures began. Get lost among the hobbit holes and visit the Green Dragon Inn, the mill and the Party Tree. Listen to spell-binding tales of how Hobbiton came to be. Your guide will escort you around the set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made. On completion of this experience, continue over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach the geothermal city of Rotorua.

Rotorua

Continue to Rotorua and stay overnight.

Redwoods Treewalk

Start your morning immersed in nature on the Redwoods Treewalk, an elevated forest experience through towering century-old trees.

Amp up the excitement with an adrenaline-pumping jet boat ride across Lake Rotorua, packed with high-speed spins and heart-racing moments.

Then ascend Mt Ngongotaha aboard the Skyline Gondola for panoramic views over Lake Rotorua and race downhill with three thrilling luge rides.

Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & hangi feasting at Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience. A journey into the heart of Māori Culture... an experience you will never forget! The most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand... Voted Top 10 best attractions in the World - a cultural experience like no other. Delivered with a genuine heart and soul, Tamaki Māori Village offers a window in to a truly riveting, spirited way of life.

Government Gardens

Explore Rotorua’s geothermal and cultural gems, starting with a visit to the historic Government Gardens and steamy thermal springs.

Te Puia

Next, uncover the power of Te Puia’s geothermal valley on a fully guided experience, walk past boiling mud pools, steam vents, and witness the mighty Pōhutu Geyser in action. The journey also includes Māori carving and weaving demonstrations at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and a delicious Hāngi buffet lunch.

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

In the afternoon, unwind at Hell’s Gate with the mud spa Experience: soak in therapeutic sulphur spas and sink into New Zealand’s only geothermal mud baths, all while overlooking Rotorua’s raw volcanic landscape. Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

This day we start our morning, driving down to the south of Rotorua, will bring you to the colourful natural volcanic park, which is one of New Zealand's most diverse geothermal attractions. Explore spectacular nature at New Zealand's most colourful natural volcanic park. Walks through this unique geothermal area take between 30 and 75 minutes and provide a wide range of amazing photo opportunities at unique features including the world famous Champagne Pool, naturally coloured hot and cold springs, bubbling mud, steaming ground, expansive vistas, huge volcanic craters and sinter terrace formations.

Huka Falls

Marvel at the breath-taking geothermal scenery, stunning waterfalls and World Heritage-listed forest reserves, as you drive from the south of Rotorua and located in the centre of New Zealand’s north island, lies the largest freshwater lake in Australasia. You will be amazed by the majestic Huka falls - an incredible waterfall that thunders 11 metres into the Waikato River below and boast the title of being New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction.

Lake Taupo

Explore the scenic beauty of Lake Taupō waterfront by stretching your legs along one of many lakesides walking trails. Take a step away and enjoy the complete peace and quiet of water's edge picnic spots and elevated viewing areas. Excite the senses, be tempted by an amazing array of 100% pure New Zealand honey, mead, natural health and wellbeing products and unique gift ideas. A unique taste experience with free honey, mead & liqueur tastings. Live beehive viewings and fascinating interactive displays. Discover health & wellness products, divine honey-based skincare products. Complete your experience by relaxing in lounge or gardens with a coffee or delicious honey ice-cream. From the vibrant history we drive to trendy fashion and cuisine, the breath-taking native bush and beaches of Auckland is full of life and the opportunities to explore are endless.