<2 Days> North Island Middle-earth Experience Tour (Depart Every Saturday)

Itinerary Highlights ⭐【Movie Locations】Visit Hobbiton, filming location of 'The Lord of the Rings', relive the cinematic journey and greet mischievous hobbits ⭐【Fantasy Adventure】Take a boat ride through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of blue-green glowworms illuminate the cave ceiling like a starry galaxy ⭐【Popular Attractions】Experience an authentic New Zealand farm show at a pastoral ranch D1 Auckland - Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Hobbiton - Rotorua Meet at 8:00 AM under the iconic Sky Tower in Auckland, beginning your joyful journey to explore classic North Island scenery. Next, arrive at the world-famous ★Hobbiton Movie Set, a tranquil pastureland dotted with 44 hobbit holes nestled among lush green hills—truly a paradise untouched by time. Fans of The Lord of the Rings must not miss visiting "Bag End" and enjoying a drink at the "Green Dragon Inn." You can also explore Bagshot Row, the newly opened street featuring miniature hobbit homes. Enjoy an authentic Hobbit-style countryside lunch at Hobbiton, pure and delicious. Can you imagine witnessing a dazzling starry sky inside a cave? This must-do New Zealand experience, the ★Waitomo Glowworm Cave tour, will redefine your sensory world. Board a boat into the cave where glowworms emit a soft blue light, clinging to the cave ceiling like scattered stars across the night sky. In the evening, arrive in Rotorua, the geothermal city, for dinner. Afterward, check into your hotel and optionally treat yourself to an unforgettable night at the nearby Polynesian Natural Hot Springs—one of the “World’s Top Ten Hot Springs.” 🏛️ Hotel: Copthorne Hotel Rotorua or similar ♨️ Meals: Breakfast: At own expense; Lunch: Western-style meal; Dinner: Chinese meal D2 Rotorua - New Zealand Farm Experience - Summit View Restaurant - Redwoods Forest - Auckland After a delightful breakfast with the rising sun, visit the Elizabethan-style municipal gardens to admire the charm of British architecture. Then take a walk through Kuirau Park, a geothermal reserve featuring beautiful public gardens, bubbling mud pools, and colorful hot lakes, ending with a complimentary natural foot bath in a thermal spring. Next, head to ★New Zealand Farm Experience, hop on a fun “tractor” to tour the entire ranch, feed alpacas, fluffy lambs, calves, and foals, and enjoy an authentic Kiwi farm life experience. Afterwards, ascend to the ★Mount Ngongotahā Summit Award-Winning View Restaurant, over 2,000 feet above sea level, for a barbecue lunch. Before leaving Rotorua, don’t miss the Redwoods Forest. Step onto trails covered in redwood bark, immersed in quiet, moist woodland where you can almost hear the mountain breathing and birds singing in the trees. A full loop leaves your lungs filled with negative ions and your body feeling refreshed and light. Finally, drive back to Auckland, concluding your wonderful North Island Middle-earth adventure. ♨️ Meals: Breakfast: Hotel breakfast; Lunch: Specialty meal; Dinner: At own expense Room Type Information * Child pricing applies to children aged 5–11 sharing a bed. For non-bed-sharing or children under 5, please consult customer service. Usage Instructions How to Use Departure Time and Location 8:00 AM Auckland Sky Tower meeting point Pick-up and drop-off at the same location Cost Details What's Included 1. Accommodation in 4-star hotel double room 2. English-speaking driver/guide service 3. Tour vehicle 4. Meals as listed in the itinerary 5. Entrance fees to attractions marked with ★ in the itinerary What's Not Included 1. Domestic or international flights to New Zealand 2. Passport and visa application fees 3. Optional activities and other additional costs 4. Driver and guide tips (recommended NZD 6 per person per day) 5. Travel insurance (strongly recommended) 6. Extra expenses caused by personal behavior 7. Costs not specified in the contract or itinerary, including losses and expenses due to unforeseeable events (e.g., pandemics, transportation delays, strikes, natural disasters) 8. Holiday surcharges: Additional fees apply for departures during Christmas, New Year, and Chinese New Year. Adults and children over 2 years old are subject to surcharges. Please consult customer service for details Booking Notes Registration Information * This tour does not accept pregnant women; guests over 80 years old must sign a liability waiver. * Extra holiday surcharges may apply during major events and public holidays (Christmas, New Year, Spring Festival). Specific dates subject to final confirmation by customer service. * The guide may adjust the order and duration of sightseeing spots (including optional attractions) based on actual conditions such as group preferences, weather, and traffic. All optional activities must be purchased directly from the guide upon joining the tour to avoid scheduling conflicts that may prevent access to certain attractions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. * Prices shown for optional activities are for reference only. Final prices are determined by the guide and are subject to change without notice. * In case of itinerary delays due to force majeure or circumstances beyond either party’s control, both parties shall promptly negotiate and adjust the itinerary, confirming any additional costs in writing with the traveler. * If a guest fails to meet the guide on time due to personal reasons, the company bears no responsibility. Guests must arrange and pay for their own transportation to the next destination, and no refunds will be given for missed portions of the tour. * New Zealand emphasizes environmental protection. Hotels do not provide toothpaste, toothbrushes, slippers, or other disposable items—you must bring your own. Electrical outlets differ from those in China; please bring your own plug adapter. * In case of flight delays or cancellations, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance. If delayed, contact our staff for paid airport pickup. * All itinerary arrangements depend on local conditions. The company reserves the right to adjust the itinerary appropriately due to weather or flight changes, and retains final decision and interpretation rights. * Itinerary sequence may be adjusted due to weather or other objective factors. Refer to the actual schedule on the day of the tour. * Quoted prices may vary depending on hotel availability. During peak seasons, large events, or public holidays, hotels may impose surcharges. Confirm with customer service before booking. If listed hotels are fully booked, the company reserves the right to substitute with comparable accommodations. * When entering New Zealand, do not bring any animal or plant-based items, including fruits and food. If carrying such items, declare them truthfully. Special Reminders 1. Credit Card Payment Notice: * If you choose to pay in USD via credit card and later cancel your booking for any reason, a 3% credit card processing fee of the total order amount will be deducted upon full refund. 2. If you need to book flights, we recommend doing so only after receiving our trip confirmation email. Booking confirmation typically takes 1–2 business days. Please plan your flight and itinerary timing accordingly to avoid missing your flight. Arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure to avoid congestion and delays in check-in. 3. When flying, always keep your seatbelt fastened to ensure safety during turbulence. 4. Please arrive early at the pick-up location. Pick-up and drop-off times are approximate. Delays may occur due to special circumstances such as weather, road construction, strikes, road closures, or vehicle issues—your understanding is appreciated. The order and content of the itinerary may be adjusted based on your departure time—refer to the guide’s arrangements on the day of the tour. 5. All hotel rooms are non-smoking unless otherwise stated. Smoking is strictly prohibited and may result in a penalty of $300 or more, charged directly to the guest (subject to hotel policy), which the company will not cover. Always lock your room door with the safety latch; never dry clothes over lamps; in case of fire alarm, evacuate immediately via emergency exits. Each room is equipped with one or two beds; for triple or quad occupancy requiring extra beds, please inquire at the front desk. (Some products do not support quad occupancy—refer to pricing details.) 6. The group travels together. If leaving the group temporarily, obtain the guide’s permission to prevent accidents. During nighttime or free time, inform the guide or fellow travelers before going out and prioritize safety. Exercise caution when walking on snowy or steep paths. Observe all rules and notices at tourist sites, restaurants, hotels, and recreational facilities. Bring personal medications such as stomach medicine, cold medicine, motion sickness pills, and any habitual prescriptions. 7. Tour prices may be adjusted during holidays such as Christmas, New Year, National Day, Labor Day, or long weekends. Please confirm prior to booking. 8. Spring and summer: Wear light clothing and comfortable shoes. Autumn and winter: Dress warmly with heavy clothing and insulated footwear. 9. Quwan Travel Tip: To protect your personal property, we recommend carrying valuables with you at all times. Do not leave valuables unattended in buses, hotels, attractions, or restaurants. The local tour operator, driver, and guide assume no responsibility for theft or loss under any circumstances. Guests with special health conditions (elderly, weak, ill, disabled, pregnant) should only join the tour if physically able. The local tour operator, driver, and guide assume no responsibility for any sudden medical conditions or relapses due to personal health reasons. Cancellation Policy Cancel by 00:00, 32 days prior to departure: NZD 100.00 deduction per booking; No refunds for cancellations within 32 days (inclusive) of departure 📞 Contact WeChat: qutours13