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Deluxe small group Cruise Day Tour, Rotorua, Tauranga & Mt Maunganui highlights
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Easily explore the area outside the Port of Tauranga during this guided tour that includes port pickup and drop-off. First visit a New Zealand kiwi orchard, and get the chance to taste the native fruit yourself. Catch sight of natural wonders such as Okere Falls, Blue Lake, and Whakarewarewa Forest before going to taste New Zealand honey at a local farm (time permitting).
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$82.73
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$82.73
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Private Tour Rotorua Shore Excursion up to 8 Passengers
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Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide.
"FREEBIES":
- Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside
- Honey and Kiwi fruit tasting and orchard visit
- Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest
- Rotorua City Government Gardens
- Kuirau Park Geothermal area with bubbling mud, hot springs and a footbath
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
- Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village
- Te Puia Geotherrmal Park and NZ Maori Atrs & Craft Institiute
- Skyline Gondola & luge
- Agrodome Sheep show
- Waiotapu
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$607.18
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$607.18
per group

Hobbiton & Tauranga Highlights Shore Excursion from Tauranga
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On this full-day shore excursion, take a journey deep into Middle Earth without the stress and strict scheduling of a large group tour. Drive from Tauranga into the heart of the Waikato with a small group and guide and visit Hobbiton, the iconic filming location from Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies. But this is more than just a there-and-back-again Lord of the Rings tour: also spend some time in the secluded New Zealand bush at McLaren Falls Park and see the striking titular waterfall.
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$140.41
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$140.41
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Private Shore Excursion Rotorua/ Tauranga Maori culture, Geyser & concert
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Discover many of New Zealand’s top attractions in one day on this 6-hour private shore excursion to Rotorua from Tauranga Port. Sample kiwifruit and local wines at the Kiwi 360 Center, and admire the sandy beaches of Mt Maunganui with your guide. Travel past dense forests, shimmering lakes and rolling farmland to Okere Falls. Immerse yourself in Maori culture in Rotorua, and marvel at mighty geothermal activity at Whakarewarewa or Te Puia. See famous sites such as the Government Gardens, Blue Baths and Rotorua Museum before returning to your ship.
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$831.08
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$831.08
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From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. Wia-O-Tapu Wonderland & Te Puia Geysers
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Two of New Zealand's most spectacular Geothermal Parks. Small Groups, Max 8 people.
Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland ... A self-guided tour following demarcated tracks through a stunning variety of volcanic phenomena. You’ll see fantastic naturally colored hot and cold pools, the world-famous Champagne Pool, massive craters and New Zealand’s largest boiling mud pool; Wai-O-Tapu was formed over thousands of years of continuous volcanic activity.
Te Puia Geysers ... Heartland of Rotorua's geothermal activity & Maori culture. See and experience 'Pohutu' geyser the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere in action rumbling away as it erupts boiling water and steam up to 100 feet. An awesome sight. See & smell boiling mud pools, hot water pools, steam vents, a steaming volcanic landscape.
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$713.44
per group
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$713.44
per group

Rotorua Maori Geothermal Geysers Tour with Highlights
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When your cruise ship docks in Tauranga, take a small-group shore excursion that showcases Maori culture and New Zealand's natural beauty. Highlights include the Living Maori Village, the geothermal geysers, kiwi orchards, and traditional cultural performance. Indulge in a deluxe 2-course lunch and a sightseeing tour of Rotorua before a walk among the redwoods of the Whakarewarewa Forest and a visit to the Tudor-style design museum. Your small-group tour includes admission fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from the cruise port.
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$122.96
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$122.96
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Maori Geothermal Village & Kiwi Fruit Orchard Tour
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Once your cruise ship docks in Tauranga, get the most out of your time in port with this combo trip to the Geothermal Valley and a local kiwi fruit orchard. With a guide teaching you about the geology and history, explore the geysers, hot pools, and steam vents in the valley, then head to the kiwi orchards to learn about New Zealand's most famous export. Tastings of jams, juices, and different kiwi varieties included.
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$123.71
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$123.71
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Te Puia - Geothermal 6 Hour Guided Tour with Highlights: Shore ExcursionTauranga
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Step off your ship at the Port of Tauranga and enjoy a day around Rotorua and Mount Maunganui. Visit some of the hot pools and bubbling geysers of Rotorua and learn about how Maori traditions are woven with the landscape. Drive through the wide streets of Rotorua and see some of its beautiful locations with your guide, and visit a green kiwifruit orchard before returning to port.
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$103.60
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$103.60
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. Rotorua Geysers and Hobbiton Movie Set.
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See two world-famous attractions in one day. Small-Group, Max 8 People.
Te Puia Geysers ... Heartland of Rotorua's geothermal activity & Maori culture. See and experience 'Pohutu' geyser the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere in action rumbling away as it erupts boiling water and steam up to 100 feet. An awesome sight. See & smell boiling mud pools, hot water pools, steam vents, a steaming volcanic landscape.
HOBBITON ... A Visit to Middle Earth - Escape into the enchanting world of JRR Tolkien’s famous stories. A world of enduring fantasy where the amazing films were brought to life. Set across the 12 acres Hobbit Village. See Bilbo’s house, The Water Mill, Green Dragon Inn, the Arched Bridge, 44 Hobbit houses, gardens, wandering pathways, The Party Tree, lakes. If you haven’t read the books or seen the movies you will still love it.
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$758.22
per group
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$758.22
per group

V8 Trike Guided Tour to Mount Maunganui Main Beach
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V8 Trike Tours NZ offer a unique, fun and thrilling experience exploring the Bay of Plenty on a V8 Chevrolet Trike.
Built in New Zealand, powered by a 5.7L 350 (330 bhp) Chevrolet Edelbrock motor, our trikes are the ultimate in power and excitement. With the low centre of gravity the trikes are stable, have less roll and amazing grip around corners.
NO HELMETS REQUIRED –Our trikes are operated under a TSL with NZTA and registered as cars (not motorbikes) so helmets are not required. They are fitted with bucket seats complete with compulsory 3-point seat belts. Our drivers are NZTA passenger endorsed and are knowledgeable offering a fully guided tour.
From the age of 2 to 102 we cater for all - disabled and special needs can also take these rides as they are stimulating and fun.
Acreditted with an Excellence Award, V8 Trike Tours NZ are Qualmark, ISS, Tourism NZ & Tourism Bay of Plenty endorsed.
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$133.20
per group
From
$133.20
per group

Private Tour Tauranga Highlights Shore Excursion up to 8 passengers
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Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to rainforest walks and stunning waterfalls. There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide.
"FREEBIES":
- Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside
- Honey and Kiwi fruit tasting and orchard visit
- McLaren Falls Park and bushwalks
- Tauranga Harbourfront
- Hairy McLary Bronze sculptures
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
- The Elms Mission House Tauranga
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From
$379.49
per group
From
$379.49
per group

Rotorua Day Highlights Tour
We are one of the few small group Tour/Excursion providers in Tauranga that will take you to any attraction on your wish list but we are a little limited by your ship schedule.
We pride ourselves on showing you our beautiful part of the world with good conversation,courtesy and humour included in all of our tours.
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$130.24
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$130.24
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Harley Tour of the Mount 20mins
Cruise around beautiful Mount Maunganui on a Harley Davidson. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the immediate area.
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$30.36
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$30.36

From Tauranga: Private Day Tour, Magical Hobbiton Movie Set.
A Visit to Middle Earth. Immerse yourself into the enchanting world of J.R.R Tolkien’s famous stories. After traveling thousands of miles to visit New Zealand you cannot miss this opportunity to experience this magical tour of the Hobbiton & Lord Of The Rings Movie Set.
You may not come back this way again ...
This two hour guided tour will take you into a world of breathtaking fantasy where these amazing films were brought to life by the world-famous New Zealand director, Peter Jackson.
Nestled amid lush rolling farmland in a 12-acre valley is the Hobbit Village on the shores of the picturesque Long Lake and The Watermill.
See Bilbo's house, The Water Mill, Green Dragon, the Arched Bridge, 44 Hobbit houses, gardens, wandering pathways, The Party Tree, lakes. Listen to the wonderful stories and tales of Gandalf, Frodo, and the villagers.
If you haven't read the books or seen the movies you will still love it ... It’s a piece of history, and it’s magical.
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$662.30
per group
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$662.30
per group

Shore Excursion Tauranga & Rotorua incl Mineral soak & optional Spa treatment
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We specialise in personalised small group tour up to 14 people., much more affordable the the Ships own Tours. Most of our Guides are local and some were born here . Discover this diverse from Beautiful Beaches, Million dollar homes , Kiwifruit farm, to the lakes and geothermal area in the comport of our air conditioned vans. Maximise your time while in Port and we Guarantee you back to your ship on time !
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$113.09
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$113.09

From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. "Te Puia" Geysers. Rotorua
After leaving Tauranga Port we tour downtown Mount Maunganui, a popular Kiwi holiday destination and it's stunning white sandy surf beach, voted best in New Zealand.
We visit a kiwifruit orchard (3 billion-dollar horticultural industry in the region) Drive through lush farmland, native bush, pine forest plantations and scenic lakes district. New Zealand hinterland at its best.
Arriving at Te Puia, see, smell & hear "Pohutu Geyser" the biggest geyser in the southern hemisphere, rumbling noisily as it erupts, a stream of steam and boiling water up to 30 meters (100ft)
Marvel at the display of bubbling mud & hot water pools in a steaming volcanic landscape! All very safe.
Experience a traditional Maori welcome, an entertaining cultural performance, and the fierce Haka.
See NZ's iconic kiwi bird, pre-European Maori village, wood carving, and flax weaving.
We explore Rotorua's lakefront, highlights, govt gardens, and historical architectural gem the Elizabethan Spa Bath House.
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$569.80
per group
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$569.80
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From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. 'Whaka Living Maori Village' Rotorua.
Experience an authentic living Maori village. The villagers have built their homes amongst erupting geysers, boiling mud, steam vents, and hot pools. They use natural geothermal resources to cook, bathe and heat their homes. As you walk amongst the wonders of the Whakarewarewa Valley, our guide explains the history of the village, where the Tuhourangi / Ngati Wahiao tribe has lived for over 200 years. See the world-famous Pohutu Geyser erupt up to 30 meters. Boiling mud, hot pools, thermal vents, surrounded by a steaming volcanic landscape.
On this tour, you will see NZ’s best surf beach, stunning scenery, kiwifruit orchard, and fruit tasting. Drive through the scenic lakes district, beautiful farmland, native bush, pine plantations orchards & dairy farms. We take a short stroll through the breathtaking, giant, 70 ft high, 118 - year- old Redwood Forest and wonder at its natural beauty. Explore Rotorua’s lakefront, hotspots highlights and wonderfull pristine Government Gardens.
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$569.24
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$569.24

Private Shore Excursion: Tauranga Photography Tour
This private shore excursion from your cruise ships arrival into the Port of Tauranga and take you on an 8 hour Tauranga photography tour and workshop. On this workshop, you’ll learn how to shoot dramatic, awe-inspiring coastal landscapes, plus forest and river photography.
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$299.79
Price varies by group size
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$299.79
Price varies by group size

Combo Tours to Rotorua / Hobbiton
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While the Waikato is known for its rolling countryside and beautiful gardens, many travelers also enjoy visiting its 'Lord of the Rings' filming locations. This guided tour takes visitors to the set of Hobbiton from the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Hobbit' trilogies. With private transport and a tour guide just for your group, this tour is perfect for fans who want to learn more about the iconic films in an intimate setting.
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From
$192.40
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$192.40

Te Puia Geothermal Experience: Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Tauranga Rotorua Port
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Discover & experience a truly special day of the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua.
Witness erupting geysers, hot steam vents and bubbling mud pools on this cruise ship shore excursion from Tauranga.
This valley has many stories just waiting to be shared with you. Learn about the Maori culture at the fascinating Te Puia Thermal Reserve, the magnificent Pohutu geyser, boiling mud pools, and the National carving and weaving schools. Visit the kiwi bird encounter where you can see the elusive kiwi bird.
Upon leaving Te Puia, we take in the highlights of what Rotorua has to offer. The magnificent Rotorua museum building with its Tudor style design, the government gardens bursting with colour & fragrance then Rotorua lake front!
Experience a working kiwi fruit orchard to learn all about this wonder fruit with taste testing of an assortment of different types of kiwi fruit products before your final journey back to your ship in plenty of time to board with this 6 hr Shore Excursion.
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$106.56
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$106.56
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Private Tour : Hobbiton & Rotorua with Cultural Experience from Tauranga
This tour is your day. We facilitate things to make sure that you arrive on time for your activities. Providing luxury transport in our 6 seater van or for larger groups our custom build 19 Seater Coach. Your comfort and your wishes for the day as we do everything we can to provide you with the best possible service and experience in the Bay of Plenty.
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$204.93
Price varies by group size
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$204.93
Price varies by group size
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