Tours and Trips in New Zealand

Some of New Zealand's most impressive natural sights are just a short drive out of Rotorua, but navigating the back-roads of the Bay of Plenty can be difficult for the unfamiliar. On this day trip to the Lady Knox Geyser and Wai-O-Tapu, two of the most popular and active geothermal zones in New Zealand, your guide will drive you. Visit Lady Knox, Wai-O-Tapu, and the relaxing Polynesian Spa hot pools all in one day.

Step into the mythical world of Middle Earth in Hobbiton, then discover the real-life magic of the Waitomo Caves on this full-day combo tour. The all-inclusive tour includes a guided visit to the Hobbiton film set, a boat cruise through the glow-worm filled Waitomo Caves, plus lunch and round-trip transport from Auckland.

With spectacular natural beauty and rich traditional culture, New Zealand's North Island features on many travellers' must-visit lists. On this flexible tour, delve into the volcanic Waimangu Valley with your guide, and choose from a diverse range of adventures including Huka Falls, geothermal Wai-O-Tapu, or the Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village. With round-trip travel from central Rotorua included, see the best of New Zealand's Rotorua region in one day.

Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glow Worm Cave on this full-day tour from Auckland. Experience an important Middle-earth and 'Lord of the Rings' location on the guided tour of Hobbiton, and sip a refreshment at The Green Dragon Inn. Afterward, take in the twinkling light of glow worms at Waitomo. Ensure your admission to two of New Zealand's top destinations by booking this tour in advance.

Explore the well-marked paths of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and witness Lady Knox Geyser erupt. Your admission ticket grants you all-day access to one of New Zealand's most popular geothermal parks, located just outside of Rotorua. Stroll past gurgling mud pools, volcanic craters and steaming lakes at your own pace. Consult your complimentary guidebook to learn about the area's volcanic activity, and view informative displays along the trails and at the visitor center.

Discover Rotorua's geothermal sites and Maori traditions on a full-day tour to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Te Puia, where you'll see geysers, mud pools, kiwi birds, and Maori crafts. Combining the two destinations adds a fascinating cultural twist to exploring Rotorua's simmering volcanic landscape, and free time at lunch means you'll have the flexibility to bring a picnic or choose a restaurant that suits you.

See more of New Zealand's top attractions with a small group on this full-day tour from Rotorua. Take a scenic drive to Lady Knox Geyser in time to see it erupt mid-morning, then spend time at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - one of the North Island's largest geothermal systems. Continue to the Agrodome for the farm show, and top off your day with a city tour of Rotorua.

With geothermal landscapes and rich Maori heritage, Rotorua ranks among New Zealand's must-see destinations. On this tour, hit top attractions including Champagne Lake, Lady Knox geyser, and Wai-O-Tapu with your guide and see the best of Rotorua in one day. Explore Maori history, customs, and craft traditions at the Living Maori Village, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour - limited to 15 people.

Embark on a Waiheke Island wine tour including a round-trip ferry ride across the Hauraki Gulf from Auckland. You'll visit three vineyards on the picturesque island with a driver-guide who is knowledgeable about Waiheke's acclaimed artisan wines. Enjoy tastings at Mudbrick Vineyard, Cable Bay and Te Whau Vineyard, with complimentary light snacks at one venue. Use the included all-day bus pass to explore Waiheke Island further on your own.

Be delighted by the sight of thousands of glowworms during a tranquil boat ride through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Then follow up with a visit to the Otorohanga Kiwi House for a rare glimpse of the flightless and nocturnal great spotted kiwi, New Zealand's national bird. This full-day tour from Auckland includes a cafe lunch and round-trip hotel transport with a knowledgeable guide.

This day trip from Auckland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves leaves you to marvel at the shimmering light emitted by tiny glowworms inside New Zealand's famous caverns. Ride a boat through Glowworm Grotto, where your guide describes the fascinating illuminations. En route, watch the rolling farmland of Waikato pass by and see highlights of the region such as Rangiriri. Afterward, learn more at the Waitomo visitor complex and enjoy an optional picnic lunch.

Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set on a full-day tour from Rotorua that can be customized to your interests. Choose a dry walking tour of the glowworm caves, get enjoy independent time in Waitomo, or splash through the caverns on an adventurous rafting or caving tour. Next, head to the Hobbiton Movie Set to explore hobbit holes and film sites, then sip a hobbit-themed brew at the Green Dragon Inn. This full-day tour includes pickup at selected locations in Rotorua, with drop-off in Rotorua or Auckland.

Relax in the comfort of a private vehicle during a scenic countryside drive to the Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set, two top North Island attractions. See pinpricks of shimmering light on a subterranean boat tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, then get a glimpse of the Hobbit holes of Bag End and other filming sites from 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' trilogies. This full-day tour includes lunch at the Shire's Rest cafe plus hotel pickup and drop-off in Hamilton.

Combine two of New Zealand's most popular attractions - Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Rainbow Springs - in a single tour, with all details arranged for you. Take the stress out of planning and ensure you hit these two highlights during your time in New Zealand with this combo tour. With a guide providing engaging commentary, visit the Lady Knox Geyser, ride the Big Splash log flume, and see the local wildlife.

Go on a Hobbiton tour from Auckland and see the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, starting with a scenic drive through New Zealand's North Island aboard a luxury coach. You'll be enthralled by the illuminated Glowworm Grotto during an underground boat ride on the Waitomo River. Then pose for photos in front of hobbit holes at the Hobbiton Movie Set, home to Bilbo Baggins from 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogies. End your tour in Rotorua or return to Auckland; picnic lunch included.

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo and Rotorua on a guided day trip to the Waitomo Caves and more. Take a boat ride through cavernous chambers to view glowworms and stalactites suspended from the ceiling, and stroll past the geothermal mud pools and geysers of Rotorua at Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. See sheep mustering and shearing demonstrations at the Agrodome, a working farm, and finish at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. You have the option to end your tour in Rotorua or return to Auckland by coach, including onboard lunch.

Take in two of the North Island's top attractions in one day on a combination tour that visits Wai-o-tapu and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Booking this package ensures your admission to these popular attractions, and the full-day tour includes all entrance fees, hotel pickup and drop-off, and insightful commentary from your driver-guide.

Combine two popular North Island attractions on this day trip with private transport from Auckland: Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. A scenic countryside drive takes you to the Waikato region where you'll join a tour of Waitomo Caves, including a boat ride to the Glowworm Grotto. Then visit the Shire, featured in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit,' and see famous sites from the films. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport by private luxury vehicle included.

Visit the Waitakere Ranges on an easy day trip from Auckland, including a 4- to 5-hour guided forest walk among New Zealand's ancient kauri trees to a hidden waterfall and cliffs, black sand beaches and native sub-tropical rainforest. The vast stretch of rocky outcrops and western coastline belonging to the Waitakere Ranges Regional Parkland lies only 40 minutes outside the city. See views of Manukau Harbour and amble along the shoreline of a black-sand beach overlooking the Tasman Sea, then refuel with a picnic lunch.

Take a jet-boat ride on the Waimakariri River, locally known as 'The Waimak,' with round-trip hotel transport from Christchurch. Select whichever duration best suits your schedule: enjoy a 30-minute braided Blast on the Lower Waimak, a 30-minute Adventure tour through Waimakariri Gorge or a 1-hour Canyon Safari adventure full of thrills and spills - suitable for the whole family.