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Auckland → Hobbiton → Rotorua → Auckland

13 hours Up to 12 guests auckland pickup

Overview

A full-day loop taking in two North Island icons. Start with the Hobbiton Movie Set, continue on to Rotorua for a taste of the geothermal wonderland (choose your own attraction — Te Puia, Wai-O-Tapu or Polynesian Spa), then relax on the drive back to Auckland.

Fully private, fully flexible

Private car and driver for up to 12 hours (return to Auckland) with unlimited kilometres. Stop wherever you like, linger longer at one spot, skip another, or change plans on the day.

Highlights

  • Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Rotorua geothermal parks
  • Māori culture
  • Redwoods forest

Your day at a glance

You pick the start time. Most guests leave around 9:00 am and are back by roughly 10 pm. Earlier or later starts are fine — just tell us at checkout. Nothing below is a fixed schedule; your driver flexes with how long you want at each spot.

  1. 1
    Auckland

    Pickup in Auckland.

  2. 2
    Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata

    Guided film-set tour (ticket sold separately).

  3. 3
    Rotorua

    Free time in Rotorua for a geothermal park or cultural experience.

  4. 4
    Auckland

    Evening return to Auckland.

Price covers the private vehicle, driver and fuel. Activity tickets (e.g. Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, geothermal parks) are the customer's responsibility.

What's included

  • Private Toyota RAV4 Hybrid with driver
  • Fuel and road user charges
  • Bottled water
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off

What's not included

  • Activity tickets (e.g. Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, geothermal parks)
  • Meals and snacks unless noted
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Pickup points

  • Auckland CBD hotels
  • Auckland Airport

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Layered clothing — New Zealand weather changes fast
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup — full refund of any deposit paid. Cancellations inside 24 hours or no-shows forfeit the deposit. Rescheduling is free subject to availability.

Frequently asked questions

Where do you pick up from?

We collect you door-to-door from any Auckland hotel, private address, or the airport. Just share the address at booking.

Is this a private tour?

Yes — the vehicle, driver and itinerary are just for your party (up to 4 guests). No strangers, no fixed group.

Is a guide included?

Your driver is a friendly local host who shares stories and tips along the way. Ticketed attractions (like Hobbiton) have their own on-site guides.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Trips run in all reasonable conditions. If a specific attraction closes, we will help you rearrange stops on the day.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. Contact us any time to reschedule subject to availability.

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