Tauranga-Hobbiton-Rotorua : Movie Set & Geysers: Private Tour.
Luxury Private Tour: Max 4 people. Our wonderful adventure begins as soon as I pick you up outside the port gates. I love seeing my fellow travelers fascinated by their experience of this amazing movie set where their favorite stories & characters were brought to life. Stand under the party tree, see all your favorites, and hear behind-the-scenes stories as you walk the meandering tracks past the Hobbit holes, Bilbo's House, Bag End, Gandalf's Cutting & The Mill. If you haven't seen the movie or read the books you still love it
"Te Puia" Geysers - Rotorua Heartland of New Zealand's geothermal activity and a center for Māori history and culture. See kiwi birds, Māori greenstone and wood carvers at work. Surrounded by a steaming volcanic landscape, see and feel the heat of boiling mud, and endlessly simmering hot pools, the thrilling sight of "Pohutu" geyser erupting boiling water and steam 100 ft high an amazing display of force. A full day of fun & adventure!
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Tauranga-Hobbiton-Rotorua : Movie Set & Geysers: Private Tour.
What's included in Tauranga-Hobbiton-Rotorua : Movie Set & Geysers: Private Tour.
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hobbiton Movie Set
We are met by our guide and board the Hobbit Bus for the short drive through the 1250 acre sheep farm to the movie set for a two hour escorted tour around the 12-acre site. Our local guide explains the history of the site as you wander along the rambling paths of The Shire, past Hobbit Holes, The Mill, and into the world-famous Green Dragon Inn where you can sample specially brewed beverages. After completing the Hobbit tour, we start the return trip to the Port and you’re waiting for the ship on time on board time well before sailing hour. I have never missed a ship
Te Puia
A must see! Experience the sights and sounds of the village. On our arrival at Whaka, we experience a traditional Maori welcome, followed by a cultural performance that showcase’s traditional Maori dance, songs, and the famous haka, weaving. Hear and see the world-famous Pohutu Geyser rumbling as it erupts steam and hot water up to 30 meters, bubbling mud and boiling hot water pools plus steam vents galore are some of the things you will experience.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Professional Kiwi Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Full audio commentary
- Admission tickets are not included - I will advise details how to purchase Hobbiton tickets.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Fold up wheel chair is OK
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- I will meet you 10 minutes prior to departing time at the Port entry/exit gates 5 -10 minutes walk from your ship. I will be waiting there with your name sign. For cruise ship passengers tour, start times will fit in with ship arrival/departure times.