Middle-earth & Glowworm Cave Journey
Experience the unaudelterated beauty
9 Hours
Duration
4
PeR Group
Waikato
Location
$1,400
Per Group
Tour Introduction
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Intrepid’s 4 Day Best of Uluru & Kings Canyon. Spend four days in the Red Centre exploring some of Australia’s most incredible natural wonders. Starting in the quintessential Outback town of Alice Springs, you’ll go on a celestial journey through the glittering night sky with an expert astronomer, then hit the road to Western MacDonnell Ranges National Park (Tjoritja) to learn about its sacred sites with a First Nations guide. Make your way to King Canyon to hike across its famous sandstone plateau, then witness the scale and colours of Uluru at sunset
Tour Highlights
Countryside, Coast & Culture
- Private chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle
- Unrushed pace for photography & reflection
- Scenic vineyard & orchard countryside
- Relaxed café stop in a local setting
- Flexible Napier or Havelock North pickup
- Panoramic Te Mata Peak views
Itinerary
8.00 AM
Pick up at your hotel
Begin your day with an early morning pick-up from your accommodation in a luxury vehicle, travelling through the scenic Waikato countryside.
10.10 AM
VIP Hobbitton Movie Set Tour: www.hobbitontours.com – 2 hours
Enjoy a hosted VIP experience through the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set. Wander past hobbit holes, Bagshot Row, and the Green Dragon Inn while learning behind-the-scenes stories from expert guides, with exclusive access to selected areas.
12.10 PM
Gourmet lunch at The Shire’s Rest – 1 hour
Savour a relaxed gourmet lunch featuring locally sourced ingredients at The Shire’s Rest Café, set among rolling farmland at the entrance to Hobbiton.
1.30 PM
Scenic Drive to Waitomo – 1 hour
Sit back and enjoy a comfortable drive through rural landscapes en route to the Waitomo Caves region.
2.30 PM
Waitomo Glowworm Caves experience – 1.5 hours
Explore the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a guided walking and boat tour, gliding silently beneath thousands of glowing glowworms in a magical underground setting.
4.00 PM
Return to accommodation – 1 to 2 hours
Relax on the return journey to your accommodation, reflecting on a full day of iconic New Zealand experiences.
Optional:
Otorohonga Kiwi House & Native Bird Park – 1 hour or Transfer to Auckland, Rotorua, or Taupo
Visit one of New Zealand’s leading conservation centres, home to native birds including kiwi, tuatara, and kea. Learn about conservation efforts and see native wildlife up close.
What’s Included
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Private chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle
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Pickup and drop-off from Napier or Havelock North accommodation
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Scheduled scenic stops as outlined in the itinerary
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Fuel and standard road costs
What’s Not Included
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Meals or beverages at the café
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Entry fees or paid attractions
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Personal expenses
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Accommodation
Gallery
Te Mata Peak
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Maraetotara Falls
Hawkes Bay
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