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2 Days Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua Tour from Auckland

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2 Days Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua Tour from Auckland - Thrifty Tours
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Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
Age range 2 to 100

Places You’ll See

  • Auckland
    Auckland
  • Waitomo
    Waitomo
  • Rotorua
    Rotorua
  • Matamata
    Matamata
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Highlights

  • Admire the Te Puia Maori Arts & Crafts in Rotorua
  • Enjoy a Maori concert and dining experience
  • Venture to the Agrodome and see its legendary show
  • Bask in the mystical wonder of the Waitomo Caves

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland to Rotorua inc Waitomo Caves and Te Pa Tu Experience
  2. Day 2 Rotorua to Auckland including Rotorua Sights and Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
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What's Included

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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

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(68 reviews)
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Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

12 hours

Response rate

96%

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  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
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    4.5
  • 2 Days Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua Tour from Auckland reviewer 1
    · January 19th, 2024
    I enjoyed this tour completely. I enjoyed each...
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hello Jackie, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your trip and everything worked out really well. Kind regards, Marissa
    Trip date: October 2023
  • NF
    · December 12th, 2023
    I am so glad that we booked this tour with you....
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hi Natalia, We are delighted to hear that you had a great time exploring New Zealand and the drivers were supper friendly, informative, and accommodating. We value your feedback and thank you very much for your time. Enjoy the rest of your travels.... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • RK
    · October 20th, 2023
    I had only a few days in North Island and this...
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    Thrifty Tours commented on this review
    Hi Rebecca! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear you had a great time on your tour. We will be sure to let Marissa know that you appreciated all her help with your booking ????
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    Trip date: September 2023

Dates & Availability

2 days
2 Days Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua Tour from Auckland
From Auckland to Auckland

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Can I book the tour for a flexible date?

      Yes, our tours offer flexible dates to accommodate your travel plans and we work to ensure availability.

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      We provide visa support and can guide you through the application process for obtaining the necessary travel visas.

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      Our tours are designed to accommodate participants of various ages, but some activities may have age restrictions.

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      Flights can be included as part of the tour package upon request, and we facilitate booking and coordination.

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      Accommodations range from motels and 3-4 star hotels to boutique hotels, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout your tour.

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      Meals are typically arranged at select dining venues on the tour, with options available for various dietary preferences.

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      Our tours accommodate various group sizes and we make sure to tailor the experience to the number of participants.

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      Yes, single supplement options are available if you prefer a private room, although it may incur additional costs.

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      We provide constant travel support including on-tour issues, insurance assistance, and emergency contact provisions.

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      We accept various payment methods including credit cards, bank transfers, and online payment platforms.

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