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Auckland & Beyond Tours

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#6 of 207 Tours in Auckland Central
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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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About Auckland & Beyond Tours
If you are looking to explore New Zealand and it's hidden gems, join our Daily tours departing every day from Auckland or We can customize a private tour anywhere in New Zealand. We Offer Day Trips from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Te Puia in Rotorua, Piha Beach & Waterfalls, Coromandel and Bay of Islands. We also Customise Tours & Iteniraries around New Zealand depending on your time, budget and interests. Book with us now for unique and unforgettable memories in New Zealand.
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Small Group Tour - EX Auckland
60 Reviews
Combine two of New Zealand’s top destinations: the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Explore each popular attraction in a small-group setting, so there’s no need to compete for your guide’s attention. Taste locally brewed cider or beer at the Green Dragon Inn, then marvel at nature's light display.
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12 hours
from US$238.92
Hobbiton Movie Set day tour From Auckland
43 Reviews
The Hobbiton Movie Set is one of the world’s largest and most impressive open-air filming sites, used for both the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' trilogies. On this full-day, small-group tour, explore the famous set with an official Hobbiton guide, stop for a drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and tuck into a Hobbit-themed lunch at the Shire’s Rest Café.
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7 hours
from US$167.58
The Hobbiton Movie Set Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland
88 Reviews
Fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies will love the chance to visit this set on an easy day trip from Auckland. It’s located in Matamata, in the scenic Waikato region, so enjoy the views en route. Take a two-hour guided tour of the Hobbit Holes, gardens, and sheep-grazing pastures Peter Jackson used when making the films, and hear fascinating stories from your guide.
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8 hours
from US$121.14
Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua's Geothermal Valley Tour departing Auckland
12 Reviews
Visit two of New Zealand’s most popular attractions on this full-day tour. First, head to Middle Earth and take a 2-hour guided tour around the 12-acre Hobbiton Movie set. Then, make your way to Rotorua and discover the incredible Geothermal Valley. See the largest geyser in the southern hemisphere, jump in mud pools, see live kiwi birds, and learn the history of the native Maori people.
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12 hours
from US$252.38
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland & Hobbiton Movie Set - Excursion from Auckland
5 Reviews
Take a 1-day tour from Auckland and visit two of New Zealand’s most famous sites, the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland and Hobbiton Movie Set. Discover the multi-colored geothermal landscape of Waiotapu and experience the Lady Knox Geyser. Then head to The Shire for a 2-hour guided tour through Tolkien’s mythical land and visit sights such as the Green Dragon Inn, the Hobbit Holes, and Middle-earth on the 12-acre movie set.
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12 hours
from US$336.51
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
Great day out to Rotorua!
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Had a wonderful day out to Rotorua! The itinerary was well timed and Chris is an absolute asset to the team! He represents the brand by imparting his knowledge of the local area and culture. His warm hospitality keeps us all engaged while being informative....More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 4 days ago

Thank you for such an informative review. With over 35 Maraes, cultural attractions and Haka performance shoes, Rotorua is the best place to experience the Maori culture while visiting New Zealand. Rotorua is also the hub for activities and adventure in the North Island featuring...More

Reviewed 1 week ago
Tour guide & driver Chris was fabulous
Review of: Auckland Private Shore Excursion: City Highlights & Cultural Performance

The tour from Auckland to Rotorua seemed long but thanks to the bubbly and funny driver the tour was very interesting. The trip included the visit to the marae and seeing the Maori cultural performances followed by a hangi lunch. Due to the heavy rain,...More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thanks for booking Auckland Private Shore Excursion with Auckland & Beyond Tours. We specialise in private luxury and flexible tours around New Zealand. I am glad that you enjoyed your time learning about the native Maori Culture. Thanks for your recommendation.

Reviewed 1 week ago
Great Rotorua day trip!
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Chris is such an awesome guy. He is so professional and made the trip so fun. The tour itself was great and informative.

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thanks for choosing Auckland and Beyond Tours to visit Rotorua Geothermal Valley. We are happy to have impressed you with our services and exceeding your expactions. Hope to have you again soon on another tour.

Reviewed 1 week ago
Chris was great!!

Chris, our guide, went above and beyond trying to make our day the best it could be. Very professional, funny and engaging. The trip had snacks, and the activities were very fun too!! Thank you Chris!More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for your amazing review of Auckland and Beyond Tours in New Zealand's North Island. As you have experienced our tour guides are the best in the country, funny, personal, engaging, informative & professional. We only operate the latest model of Mercedes Vehicles equipped...More

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
Chris the joker 😁
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Had an awesome experience with the tour today in Rotorua. Our tour driver Chris kept us going and had his jokes to keep us up wide awake throughout our tour! Thanks for the awesome trip would love to make another trip again.More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Kia Ora, Thank you for rating Auckland and Beyond Tours an awesome experience! Cracking jokes throughout the commentary of the journey is definitely a great way to keep people awake and entertained while they sit back relax and enjoy the scenic roads to Rotorua Geothermal...More

Reviewed 1 week ago
Rotorua day trip
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Had an amazing time on the trip.. got to learn a lot of stuff about New Zealand.. Chris was fantastic and sweet throughout the journey.. thank you 🙂

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for joining Auckland and Beyond Tours! We are dedicated to teach every guest to New Zealand about our Native culture, language and history. I am glad that you enjoyed your time with our tour guide Chris.

Reviewed 1 week ago
Chris!
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Chris!! Amazing trip to Rotorua!;) thank u for karaoke 👌hope to see u on next trip in New Zealand ;)More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for your 5 star review and for choosing Auckland & Beyond Tours as your preferred tour operator in New Zealand. Rotorua is a breath taking once in a lifetime destination that each visitor should not miss out on. We hope to see you...More

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
Good fun and felt taken care of
Review of: Rotorua Private Adventures

Chris was such a sweetheart but also a goofball. Had loads of fun at Te Puia and Agrodome. Would def do again!More

Date of experience: December 2019
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Peterhamdy, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hello Stephanie, Thank you for taking the time to share your amazing feedback about Rotorua Day tour from Auckland visiting two of the most popular destinations Te Puia Geothermal Valley and Agrodome Kiwi Sheep Farm. We are looking forward to seeing you again soon on...More

Reviewed 1 week ago
Great tour to Hobbit Town and then a solo guided tour of Geothermal area

We had a wonderful scenic drive to Hobbit Town and were given a great tour. After the official tour was over we had time to dress up like a Hobbit and have our pictures taken. Then we were given to a new driver and taken...More

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Date of experience: November 2019
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AucklandnBeyond, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 6 days ago

What an amazing review of our private tour to The Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Geothermal Valley (Te Puia). You have visited the two most popular destinations in New Zealand all in a single day return trip from Auckland. Auckland & Beyond Tours is proud...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago
chris the guide

Very good!!!! had a lot of fun and went on some very good activities, very nice personality and well plannedMore

Date of experience: December 2019
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AucklandnBeyond, Manager at Auckland & Beyond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded 6 days ago

Thank you for your feedback. As you have experienced, having a good time in Auckland is important to us. Auckland & Beyond Tours has been guiding tourists for years, showing them hidden gems, exploring outside the beaten tracks and most importantly embracing the culture of...More

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Response from Aucklandandbeyond | Property representative |
Kia Ora (Hello), Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, we do pick up and drop off guests at the cruise ship terminal and yes, you have time to see Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Please feel free to contact us for more details or... More
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Hello Kanchan, We have different options that can suit your itinerary: Option 1: Small group tour 21st Dec: Waitomo Glow Worm Caves + Rotorua: (Price: $395 per Adult & $195 per child) Option 2: Private Tour 20th Dec: Pick... More
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Hello, Thanks for your enquiry. Yes, we can pick you up from Auckland take you to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and drop you off in Rotorua. Price per person: $549 NZD Includes: entry tickets, transport, tour... More
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