Set off on an unforgettable adventure from Auckland to Rotorua, journeying through rolling farmland and into the North Island’s most iconic attractions. Begin your adventure travelling south through the lush Waikato region, passing charming towns and countryside landscapes. Your first stop is Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where you’ll board a boat to glide beneath thousands of twinkling glowworms. Continue on to the Hobbiton Movie Set for a two-hour fully guided tour of this magical 12-acre site.
You'll wander past hobbit holes, blooming gardens, and immerse yourself in stories from behind the scenes, before enjoying a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn. The adventure then carries on towards Rotorua, quickly stopping at the town of Tirau and passing other local highlights on the way. The final destination is Rotorua, where a short city tour awaits, before you are dropped off at your Rotorua hotel. This seamless one-way tour from Auckland to Rotorua is the ultimate way to tick off three must-see destinations in a single day.