On arrival in Auckland, you’ll be met and privately transferred to your hotel.

Hotel check in time 1400pm. Free at own own leisure.

Auckland is already known for being the largest city in New Zealand, however, the region's uniqueness is its diversity of experiences in such close proximity. Views from the top of the Sky Tower are amzing both day and night, giving a 360 degrees view of the city. Auckland is a shopaholic's paradise, with everything from top-end designers to open air street markets. Discover the diverse range of cafes and restaurants offering cuisine from around the globe and check out the buzzing nightlife of the central city. Favourite spots include Wynyard Quarter, the Viaduct Harbour, the Britomart precinct and City Works Depot.

Optional/Add On Activities: Auckland Sky Tower | Auckland Harbour Sailing | Harbour Dinner Cruise.

After breakfast, check out hotel and commence Auckland to Waitomo Experience | Depart Auckland Daily in the morning | Arrives Rotorua 1800pm

Depart Auckland on a fully guided journey through the stunning Waikato countryside to Waitomo Caves. Here your guide will lead you on an exploration of the ancient Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with its many different cave formations including stalactites, stalagmites and lime columns, before descending even further underground for a cruise on the grotto river with thousands of glowworms glittering above your head. Your journey then continues on to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Duration: 9 hours.

Optional/Add On Activities: Polynesian Spa Deluxe Lake Spa

Rotorua Sights: | Depart daily at 0730am | Return 1230pm

Today's tour visits the highlights of Rotorua starting with a visit to Rotorua Lakefront and Sulphur Point before a stroll through the beautiful Government Gardens. Wander through geothermal Kuirau Park, to view the bubbling mud pools and have a foot soak in the heated foot pools. Venture into Ohinemutu, the living Māori village and walk through the Redwood Forest at your own leisure before being returned to your accommodation. Duration 4 hours.

An afternoon at own leisure. Rotorua is known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, as well as showcasing our fascinating Maori culture.

Optional/Add On Activities: Te Ra/Te Po Combo (Guided+Evening Experience)

Leave Rotorua on guided tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set, a working farm that was transformed into The Shire from Middle-earth for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies.

On arrival, your specialist guide will escort you around the set on a 45 minute walking tour pointing out intricate detailing, highlighting the most famous locations and explaining how the movie was made.  Finish with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn for a beverage and a sumptuous lunch at the Party marquee before heading on to Auckland. Duration: 6h, 45m. 

Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer. Hotel check out time 1000am.