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2-Day Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Caves, Wai-O-Tapu & Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

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Product Code: 611641

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore the wonders of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves!
    • Wander through the fascinating Ruakuri Cave!
    • Travel to Middle Earth with a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set!
    • Explore the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland on your own!
Tour Code
611641
Duration
2 day
Departure City
Auckland
End City
Auckland
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Fully Guided Tour

Tour director/guided escort is available from the beginning to the end of the vacation

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Auckland

Glowworm Caves - Ruakuri - Mitai

* 06:15 am Depart from Auckland.
* 09:00 am Arrive at Waitomo for Glowworm Caves Tour (45 minutes) and Ruakuri Caves Tour (2 hours).
* 12:50 pm Depart from Black Water Rafting for Hobbiton.
* 16:50 pm Arrive at Rotorua via Hobbiton.
* 17:45 pm (or 17:25 pm in winter) Pick-up by Mitai driver from accommodation to Mitai Maori Village.
* 20:30 pm - 20:45 pm Return to accommodation by Mitai driver.

Tips:
Applicable on days where demand for Hobbiton is high. If direct service from Waitomo to Rotorua is available, arrival into Rotorua would be around 15:00 pm.

Pick-ups and drop-offs to accommodation need to be provided when you book the tour.

Visiting Attractions

  • Waitomo Glowworm Cave Waitomo Glowworm Cave
  • Ruakuri Cave Ruakuri Cave
  • Mitai Maori Village Mitai Maori Village
Day 02
Rotorua

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Hobbiton

* 09:15 am Depart from Rotorua.
* 10:15 am Lady Knox Geyser presentation
* 10:30 am Arrive at Waiotapu Geothermal Wonderland.
* 12:30 pm Depart from Waiotapu Geothermal Wonderland.
* 13:20 pm Head to Hobbiton Movie Set via Rotorua i-SITE.
* 14:30 pm Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set.
* 16:40 pm - 16:45 pm Depart to Auckland from Hobbiton.
* 19:15 pm Arrive at 280 Queen Street, Auckland.

Visiting Attractions

  • Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
  • Hobbiton Hobbiton
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • Professional Guide
  • Transportation
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Admission tickets to all attractions
  • Cultural performance and Hangi dinner at Mitai Maori Village

Package Excludes

  • Lunch and accommodation
  • Accomodation
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips

Special Notes

  • Cancellation Policy:
    * More than 16 days prior to departure - NZ25.00 booking fee will apply
    * Between 4 and 16 days of departure - 25% cancellation fee will apply
    * Cancellation on the day or no notification of cancellation (no-shows) - no refund will apply
  • Please indicate your hotel name and address in the "Meeting Point" box during booking.
  • To protect your own property, please carry all valuable items with you at all times. Do not leave any valuable items on the bus or at the hotel, attraction, restaurant, etc. Tours4fun, local operators, drivers, and tour guides are not responsible for any loss or theft at any location.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • We highly recommend that you book the tour at least 2 days prior to the departure date since it's soldout quickly.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Adult: 15 or older
* Child: 5 - 14 years old
* Child: 0 - 5 years old is free
* Tour prices are based on New Zealand dollars (NZD) and converted into US dollars (USD). Constant fluctuations in the exchange rate cause prices to change on a regular basis. You will be charged with the price based on the applicable exchange rate at the time of payment. All transactions are final. We do not offer discounts or compensation to those citing lower prices at a later date.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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    This tour qualifies for: Free Cancellation 25 or more Days Prior to Departure
    • 16-24 Days Prior to Departure Date - 75% of total purchase amount can be refunded
    • 7-15 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
    • 6 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
    All cancellations must be made directly with Tours4Fun, not with tour providers. The day mentioned above is based on the date we receive your signed Cancellation Request Form and travel service start date (departure date).
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