TOUR IDEAS
I will help you plan the perfect PrivateTour
Sometimes choosing where to go on your limited time can be very daunting. There are so many options and maximising your time is important. That’s where I can help. Depending on your needs and interests I can make recommendations of where to go, what to see and things you might want to do! The hardest part will be deciding!!
I have put together some ideas to help inspire you. But if none of these appeal to you, don’t hesitate to ask…. I can customise a tour for you.
How It Works
Step 1:
Fill out the Contact Form giving me some details such as preferred date, group size, tour interests and any special requirements. I will get back to you quickly with a suggested plan and cost for the tour.
Step 2:
Once you’re completely happy with the suggested plan, we are all set to go. You will be responsible for paying for any attractions we visit on the day, but if any need pre-booking and payment I can advise on the best way to do this. Some places are heavily booked over the busy tourist season so you will need to make sure you have secured reservations for these. Payment for my services is due on or before the day of the tour. Payment can be made by PayPal or we can visit a local ATM.
Step 3:
On the day of the tour, I will be waiting for you with a sign that has your name on it. I will send detailed meeting instructions and it will be easy to find me!
Base Tour Costs (for the whole mini van - NOT per person)
(All rates are in NZ$ and include transport in VW 8 passenger Minivan and Guiding, pickup and drop off at your location or Tauranga cruise port. NOTE: Entry fees and meals are additional costs for the tour.)
$950 6 hours to 7 hours (Good for Rotorua Tours)
$900 for Hobbiton
$1150 for Hobbiton and Rotorua combo
$750 for 5 hours (Tauranga local)
Any additional hours is contracted out at $150 per hour.
TAURANGA LOCAL
Enjoy a 5hour tour around Tauranga highlighting this fast growing regional city and its surrounds. See the beautiful coastal scenery with white sandy beaches, lush countryside, and abundant kiwi fruit and avocado orchards that feature in this landscape. With its easy relaxed lifestyle, it’s easy to see why so many “kiwis” are making this place home. We can walk on the beach, visit the famous Hairy McLary sculptures and learn about the history of this special place. Try a locally made ice cream or enjoy some Kiwi fish’n’chips at the beach before! A great little tour with lots of scenic stops and you will back in time for a swim or a little shopping before the end of the day.
For some ideas click here
ROTORUA
Rotorua is the geothermal and cultural heart of the New Zealand. If you are keen to see boiling mud, bubbling hot springs, the famous Maori Haka or even try a Hangi meal, then Rotorua is a must see destination. If action is your thing, you can ride the Gondola and try the Luge. Take a Jetboat on Lake Rotorua or what about Whitewater rafting? Maybe a real mud bath or a soak in the mineral pools or a visit to the Agrodome to watch the famous Sheep Shearing show. Tours to Rotorua are generally 6 to 7hours. There is a lot we can do at no extra including seeing some of the geothermal action, so ask me about the Rotorua Highlights option.
For a list of attractions to choose from click here
From $950
HOBBITON
Take a journey to Middle Earth and enjoy a magical adventure at Hobbiton. This is the number 1 attraction and a “must see” if you are a Lord of the Rings fan. Enjoy a 2.5 hour guided Movie Set Tour and a free Ale or Ginger Beer in the Green Dragon Inn. Visit Bilbo's Bag End, Gandalf's cutting and the Party Tree. We will also drive around our stunning beaches and see true NZ farmland. 6 Hour tour
**** NOTE: Hobbiton Tickets MUST be pre-purchased as they are often booked out on the day. (Ask me if you need assistance) ****
From $900
HOBBITON & ROTORUA COMBO
From $1150
Extend your journey from Hobbiton's Middle Earth with a drive to Rotorua to explore the goethermal wonderland. Take in the unique sights of the Redwood Forest, bubbling mudpools, steaming vents, and beautiful gardens. Rotorua is a special and unique attraction in New Zealand. Our journey back to the port takes us past the extensive Kiwif Fruit growing areas of the Bay of Plenty
**** NOTE: Hobbiton Tickets MUST be pre-purchased as they are often booked out on the day. (Ask me if you need assistance) ****
