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Discover the best top things to do in North Island, New Zealand including Private Tour: Beach Horse Riding, Wine Tasting & Art Trail, Waiheke Island Art Walk, Small Group 2.5-Hour Napier History and Art Deco Tour , Napier Art Deco Vintage Car Tour from Napier Art Deco Trust, Exclusive Access Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour , Museum of New Zealand Te Papa: Gallipoli Early Bird Entry, Tauranga Shore Excursion: Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Including Rotorua Sightseeing, Tauranga Shore Excursion: Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, 2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour, Wellington Lord of the Rings City Tour with Small Group.
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1. Private Tour: Beach Horse Riding, Wine Tasting & Art Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
• Pick up & drop off from Auckland. • Complementary Snacks & water. • 1-hour guided horse riding on the beach. • Sculpture Trail Admission & Map. • Lunch at the Glass House Restaurant. • Wine tasting in one of Auckland’s top wineries.
Inclusions: Auckland City Hotel or Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned Luxury minivan, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Wine tasting, 1 hour Guided Horse Riding
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By AdiS491
The tour of the set was excellent. The place is a well oiled machine from ticket office to bus ride etc. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the movies and all other aspects . The movie set was awesome and the gardens amazing . Even if you’re not a movie buff the experience and sheer brilliance of PJ et al is totally worth it . Having a drink ( free) at the Green Dragon ???? was fantastic.
2. Waiheke Island Art Walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On this tour you’ll discover the best of its arts scene, and meet talented artists, with the help of an expert local guide. Here's just some of what we'll do: Visit art galleries in Oneroa, including an artists’ collective and the Community Art Gallery. Tour the local sculpture park and learn about this intriguing array of outdoor art. Visit sculptors and painters in their studios - and even get to meet an artisan shoemaker! Have lunch (included in the price) at an artist's home. Walk through the Atawhai-Whenua Forest & Bird Reserve to the Ferry Terminal or Community Gallery where we finish. Our Art Walk takes approximately five hours and is done at a very leisurely pace so you can enjoy both the art and the scenery around you. You will come away feeling inspired by what you have seen, the artists you have met and the beauty you have enjoyed while wandering through bush tracks and local roads.
Inclusions: Fantastic scenic walk with expert guiding and interpretation, Lunch at artist’s home and studio
Exclusions: Ferry fares
Reviewed By randomasyalike
We had an absolutely fabulous day out on the water with Gabrielle and Bruce. The boat is gorgeous, with lots of room to move around and relax, the food was amazing, and our hosts took really good care of us. Our trip was to watch the America's Cup with a group of friends, and we swam, ate, had a good old singalong and watched the racing... it could not have been a more perfect day. We'll definitely be booking again.
3. Small Group 2.5-Hour Napier History and Art Deco Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This 2.5-hour Napier History overview and Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this unique City has to offer. On this tour you will learn about Napier's history including the huge earthquake of 1931 and enjoy driving through many of the Art Deco areas including local suburbs, such as Ahuriri the home of the National Tobacco Building and Marewa where you will drive through a very lovingly kept and dozens of original 1930's Art Deco homes. As New Zealand's oldest Winery calls Napier home, you will also visit the Mission Estate and learn the fascinating history surrounding this Winery. This is a one of a kind tour designed for the short stay traveller..
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Sightseeing tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks (no stops for food), Personal expenses
Reviewed By sammiet08
11 of us got the pleasure of attending this tour with the amazing John. Everything about this tour went up and above what we had expected. The platters were plentiful, the service was amazing & John accommodated for our large group effortlessly. The value for money for this tour was well worth it! We would definitely do this again. Thanks again John for all your knowledge & for taking such good care of us all.
4. Napier Art Deco Vintage Car Tour from Napier Art Deco Trust
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Join this 75-minute tour for the chance to step back into the 1930’s. Immerse yourself in Napier’s Art Deco heritage as you visit some of the key attractions while in a luxurious 1930s vintage car. See famous buildings such as the Napier Municipal Theatre and National Tobacco Company building.
Inclusions: Private tour, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Napier central city only), Private transportation
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses
Reviewed By SophieAM12345678910
The short film was very informative and our guide was pleasant but the tour lacked depth and seemed centred around looking at the information boards that are readily available for everyone to look at for free! Perhaps better to go in the morning when you can enter the foyers of some of the buildings if you’re very keen, as although many buildings were pointed out I did not see or find out anything of interest other than what I was able to observe walking along Emerson and Tennyson without a guide! I certainly won’t be recommending this tour!
5. Exclusive Access Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set for the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at where ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and the 'Hobbit' trilogies were filmed. You and your small group will be one of the first to this popular attraction near Matamata, a small agricultural town approximately 2.5-hour drive from Auckland. . It's the perfect day for fans of Gandalf and the gang!
Inclusions: Local Guide Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Exclusive Tour, Breakfast/Brunch in The Mill, Enjoy a Scoop of New Zealand's tastiest Ice Cream, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport via Air-Conditioned Mini Coach
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Excursion92822
A fabulous tour. Picked up on time (if a little early thank you), a fascinating trip down with plenty of information and arrived in time for the first tour of Hobbiton. What a fascinating place and attention to detail amazing. Lunch and then back to Auckland on a different route with more interesting discussion. Would highly recommend this professional and friend,y tour company.
6. Museum of New Zealand Te Papa: Gallipoli Early Bird Entry
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 16 reviews
Beat the crowds and explore this award-winning exhibitions before opening. Explore Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War with the peace and stillness this subject matter deserves by entering the exhibit half an hour before the public. Te Papa has joined forces with Weta Workshop to create an exhibition like no other. After a short introduction from a Te Papa Host, you will wander freely at your own pace through this gallery. Garnering international acclaim and various awards, this space is best experienced before the museum's doors are opened for general admission. * See eight extraordinary New Zealanders captured frozen in time on a monumental scale - 2.4 times human size * Learn about the battles that took place in this culturally-defining event * Discover more about the ANZAC story through 3D maps and projections, miniatures, models, dioramas, and a range of interactive experiences.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Local taxes
Exclusions: Entrance fees to short-term paid exhibitions
Reviewed By chachaBK
love coming here with kids everytime in wellington always discovering new stuff! take time in the nature room same level as the anzac display love the giant squid the pinball rainfall display and the into nature video screen that records us moving then plays back 4 times cant explain just awesome! also love how the moa bones shadow moves every so often. also love nature walk outside with swing bridge and pretend glow worms
7. Tauranga Shore Excursion: Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Including Rotorua Sightseeing
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 91 reviews
Enter a world of hobbits and hot pools when your cruise ship is in port in Tauranga. This shore excursion to Middle Earth takes you on a tour of the Hobbiton movie set, which featured in 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. Enjoy a traditional Maori welcome at the living thermal village of Whakarewarewa, and witness the astounding thermal activity of spouting geysers and steaming hot springs. If time allows, play dress ups and pose as Bilbo or Gandalf when you stop for an impromptu photo shoot in a lovely redwoods forest. With a maximum of 19 participants, this tour provides a fun-filled small-group experience.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Snacks & bottled wwater, Covered by Viator's worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By sheree59
This tour was the highlight of our trip. Zealandier Tours were fantastic from start to finish. We booked this tour directly rather than through the cruise ship, and we had inadvertently got the start time wrong from our cruise ship by 1/2 hour, but Jan the director of the company was there to meet us and then drive us to meet the rest of the group at the first stop point - Mossops Honey. I can not speak highly enough of Jan and the way she looked after us and made us feel comfortable and de-stressed the situation. We stopped at McLaren Falls which was a lovely walk in the NZ bush, the driver took pics of everyone in front of the falls - Thanks Then onto Hobbiton - this is amazing in itself and is not to be missed, even if you do not know anything of the movies, the scenery is a photographers paradise - you could not take a bad photo even if you tried - Hobbiton have their own guides that take you through the movie set and you end up in Green Dragons Pub for a drink. The tour then continued back to the ship. I cannot recommend Zealandier tours enough, they are professional and very informative and organised and willing to accommodate any requests. They also get you back to the ship in plenty of time Thanks Jan for your company and service - outstanding
8. Tauranga Shore Excursion: Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 123 reviews
Step off your cruise ship in Tauranga and enter Middle-earth on a 2-hour guided visit to the Hobbiton movie set, featured in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' trilogies. Snap photos in front of hobbit holes and the party tree, sip a drink at the Green Dragon Inn and dress up like your favorite character during this fun-filled experience with fellow LOTR fans.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Glass of ale, cider or gingerbeer, Port pickup and drop-off, Covered by Viator's worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By Sabrina D
They were there at the ship and easy to find .. they were fun and friendly always mindful of the time so that we were never worried about getting back to the ship on time. very informative and even gave us a goodie bag of food so we can see everything.. loved the tour and guide and would do it again with them
9. 2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
This 2.5-hour Napier Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this unique City has to offer. On this tour you will learn about Napier's history including the huge earthquake of 1931 and enjoy driving through many of the Art Deco areas including local suburbs, such as Ahuriri the home of the National Tobacco Building and Marewa where you will drive through a very lovingly kept and dozens of original 1930's Art Deco homes. This is a one of a kind tour.
Inclusions: Sightseeing tour, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Food and drinks (no stops for food)
Reviewed By sammiet08
11 of us got the pleasure of attending this tour with the amazing John. Everything about this tour went up and above what we had expected. The platters were plentiful, the service was amazing & John accommodated for our large group effortlessly. The value for money for this tour was well worth it! We would definitely do this again. Thanks again John for all your knowledge & for taking such good care of us all.
10. Wellington Lord of the Rings City Tour with Small Group
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 18 reviews
Half day Lord of the Rings location tour brings the best locations in Wellington City. This is the best way to see Wellington’s Lord of the Rings locations in half a day with a knowledgeable Lord of the Rings specialist guide. Includes; Mt Victoria, the Wellington film studios and post production facilities, including the Weta Workshop.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By ClosesOnTour
Graham from Leisure Tours picked four of us up from our hotel for a half day wine tour, visiting four wineries with lunch included. He was friendly, very knowledgeable and pointed out places of interest as he drove us to the Waipara Valley. We were very comfortable in his people mover with plenty of room for us all. Lunch at Waipara Springs Winery was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful. The three other wineries had knowledgeable and friendly staff telling us all about their wines. We tasted several varieties and they were delicious. Graham had a good rapport with each winery and took us into each of the tasting rooms. We would certainly recommend this tour. We look forward to visiting Christchurch again and would contact Leisure Tours regarding the other tours they offer.
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