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4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour

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96 hours (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

This four-day itinerary links Auckland to Wellington by a series of sightseeing and express coaches. Day one reaches the glow-worm grotto of Waitomo, then continues to Rotorua for two nights. A guided visit to Te Puia showcases bubbling mud pools and the Pōhutu Geyser, while free time lets you add a spa soak or Māori cultural evening.

The route south skirts Lake Taupō, crosses Tongariro National Park’s volcanic plateau, and follows the Kāpiti Coast to Wellington. Enjoy a free morning in the capital, ride the cable car or explore Te Papa museum before the tour concludes.

Inclusions are three nights hotel accommodation, listed coach travel, entry to Waitomo Caves and Te Puia, and Hotel pick-ups and drop-off transfers noted in the itinerary. Meals are at your own discretion.

What's Included

  • Commentary by local guides
  • Admission fees and all transport/tour fees listed in itinerary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off for Auckland, Rotorua and Wellington
  • 2-nights accommodation in Rotorua; 1-night accommodation in Wellington
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included:

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

What To Expect

Day 1 : Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Hobbiton - Rotorua

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    Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    Travelling by road from Auckland to Rotorua via the Waitomo Glowworm caves, which includes a guided tour of the caves including a boat through the glowworm grotto.

    2 hours

    Admission: Included

  2. 2

    Hobbiton Movie Set

    head to the world famous location of Hobbiton: a farm that has been transformed for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set. See fairytale landscapes of the Shire as well as 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge, the party tree, and visit the Green Dragon Inn. Take a photo at the door of Bilbo’s house and learn about some interesting stories and trivia from enthusiastic guides.

    2 hours

    Admission: Included

  3. 3

    Rotorua District

    Arriving Rotorua late afternoon and transferred to your central Rotorua accommodation.

    14 hours

Accommodation: Millenium Hotel Rotorua or similar

Day 2 : Rotorua - Whakarewarewa Geothermal Reserve and Living Maori Village

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    Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

    This morning collected from your accommodation and transferred to Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and Maori Living Village. Here you will enjoy a guided tour and Maori Cultural performance.

    3 hours

    Admission: Included

  2. 2

    Rotorua

    Early afternoon transferred back to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore Rotorua, this thermal wonderland on your own. You may like to visit the Government Gardens, wander along the lake front, do some shopping in the central township or visit one of the many attractions the city has to offer, such as the Skyline Gondola, Agrodome or Canopy Ziplining.

    18 hours

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Rotorua or similar

Day 3 : Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Wellington

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    Lake Taupo

    After being picked up from your accommodation, travel from Rotorua to Wellington by road via Lake Taupo, the Central Plateau (home to several active volcanoes), Palmerston North and the Kapiti Coast, arriving in Wellington by late afternoon.

    8 hours

  2. 2

    Wellington

    Arriving Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand late afternoon and transferred to your central city accommodation.

    12 hours

Accommodation: Rydges Hotel or Similar

Day 4 : Wellington

  1. 1

    Wellington

    Spend the morning doing a comprehensive city sights tour of Wellington, after which your 4 day tour will conclude.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

We pick up from most central locations in Auckland City. If you are based outside this area, then please advise and we provide a meeting location for pick-up.

Or Meet At Meeting point

SkyCity Auckland

Corner Victoria and, Federal Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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End Point

Wellington Central

Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Independent Touring - this is not a Group Tour - we use local suppliers and you will have a different coach & driver each day
  • The coach service from Rotorua to Wellington is an Intercity Coach, this is a full size tour coach, (door to door service provided) however, no commentary & Maximum numbers will likely to exceed 20

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.