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Hobbiton NZ Trip (FULLY BOOKED)

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New Zealand 5 DAYS

TUE 13 DEC - SAT 17 DEC 2022

From A$4,450 per person

Overview

Go on an amazing adventure to the North Island of New Zealand with others with shared interests, and explore all the incredible things that makes New Zealand so special.

Not a fan of Lord of The Rings? No problem! There will be a range of activities to explore, and Hobbiton is just one of the cool experiences.

This trip has had a lot of interest and have limited spots.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? CALL US ON +61 407 582 065

Note: Some changes may be made to the itinerary based on availability at the time of booking. The faster deposits are paid, the quicker we can complete all bookings.

Day 1: Sydney - Flight to Auckland

We will depart from Sydney airport to Auckland airport and the flight will take about 3 hours. Upon arrival in Auckland, we will clear immigration, take our luggage and check in to Metro Adventure Backpackers!

https://metroadventurer.co.nz/

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Day 1: Sky Tower

After checking-in at the hotel, we will move to the Sky Tower - the tallest building in Auckland. Here we can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

Group Dinner

After seeing the sky tower, we will head out for a group dinner.

We also have 2 birthdays to celebrate! 🎉

Optional

Day 2: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Price : 75

We go to explore the Waitomo Cave - one of the hundreds of kilometres of underground caves underground, the cave is deep in the ground with stalactite blocks formed over a hundred millions of years. Especially, exploring the cave area with millions of glowing fireflies hanging on the cave wall creates a rare mysterious look.

Day 2: Hobbiton

We will start the journey on the 2nd day by checking out the hotel, and the car will take the group to Hobbiton. After the success of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies, Hobbiton has become a major attraction for New Zealand tourists. Strolling the streets of Hobbiton, you'll expect to see Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Frodo, and his mischievous gang of friends.

Day 2: Waitomo Homestead Cabins

https://www.waitomo.com/discover/more/waitomo-homestead-cabins

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Day 3: Taupo

The journey begins on day 3 with the discovery of moving to Lake Taupo - New Zealand's largest freshwater lake created by a volcano that erupted 26,000 years ago. With a surface area of 616 square kilometres and a circumference of 193 kilometres, the deepest point is 186 meters, the lake is transparent and very beautiful, running long and flowing into the Waikato River - New Zealand's longest river. This place is famous for its seafood, especially brown trout and rainbow trout in this lake.

YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers

https://finlayjacks.co.nz/

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Optional

Bungy Jump (optional! Register interest by ticking the box)

Price : $275

Get the wildest thrill of your life!

Welcome to the best thing you’ve ever done. Go full throttle with a 134m Bungy (the highest in New Zealand). Free fall for 8.5 seconds in a blitz of pure fear and adrenaline.

https://www.bungy.co.nz/queenstown/nevis/nevis-bungy/

Day 4: Rotorua

Time to explore Rotorua, New Zealand's highest city at 305m (1000 feet) above sea level, also known as the “Sulfur City”. Here we will visit famous landmarks such as Rotorua Volcanic Park and Hot Springs Entry.

We can grab some lunch at Eat Street!

Maori Cultural Experience

Afterwards, we will return to the hotel to check out and depart for Rotorua, and on the way, we will stop at Whakarewarewa Village – a cultural village where the Maori Aboriginal people are still living in an unspoiled landscape amidst geysers and boiling mud pools – temperatures up to 95 degrees Celsius, mild In the air, the sulphur smell of mineral mud is very good for health. The Maori have settled here since 1325, and they have used the boiling water here to warm their homes and daily activities.

Day 4: Rock Solid Backpackers

Our accomodation even has an indoor rock climbing wall!
https://www.rocksolidrotorua.co.nz/

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Day 5: Back to Auckland and Sydney

Time to pack up your luggage and depart for Auckland to catch the flight back to Australia. End a memorable journey full of beautiful memories in New Zealand!

Itinerary

Nothing scheduled for this day, click ALL to see everything

13 Dec 2022

Tue 13 Dec 2022

Auckland City Tour

We will go on a city tour together, maybe walk around the shopping centres to buy some things, or explore the beauty of the city with the Auckland Harbor Bridge area. Besides, we can visit Tamaki Waterfront Drive - The romantic road about 10 km long winding around Waitemata port.

Tue 13 Dec 2022

Dinner in Auckland

We will have dinner at a local restaurant, then return to the hotel to rest and prepare for the next day's journey.

14 Dec 2022

Wed 14 Dec 2022

Buffet Lunch

Day 1: Sydney - Flight to Auckland

https://metroadventurer.co.nz/

More info

Day 1: Sky Tower

After checking-in at the hotel, we will move to the Sky Tower - the tallest building in Auckland. Here we can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

Group Dinner

After seeing the sky tower, we will head out for a group dinner.

We also have 2 birthdays to celebrate! 🎉

Day 2: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Optional

Price : 75

Day 2: Hobbiton

Day 2: Waitomo Homestead Cabins

https://www.waitomo.com/discover/more/waitomo-homestead-cabins

More info

Day 3: Taupo

YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers

https://finlayjacks.co.nz/

More info

Bungy Jump (optional! Register interest by ticking the box)

Optional

Price : $275

Get the wildest thrill of your life!

Welcome to the best thing you’ve ever done. Go full throttle with a 134m Bungy (the highest in New Zealand). Free fall for 8.5 seconds in a blitz of pure fear and adrenaline.

https://www.bungy.co.nz/queenstown/nevis/nevis-bungy/

Day 4: Rotorua

We can grab some lunch at Eat Street!

Maori Cultural Experience

Day 4: Rock Solid Backpackers

Our accomodation even has an indoor rock climbing wall!
https://www.rocksolidrotorua.co.nz/

More info

Day 5: Back to Auckland and Sydney

Time to pack up your luggage and depart for Auckland to catch the flight back to Australia. End a memorable journey full of beautiful memories in New Zealand!

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Package including flights from Melbourne

A$4,450 per person

Invoice

On NDIS? Depending on your plan, you may be able to use up to 75%. Contact us for details.

For this trip, your 25% deposit will be self-funded by you, while you may be able to cover the remaining cost with your NDIS (if applicable).

BEFORE BOOKING - MAKE SURE YOUR PASSPORT IS VALID FOR MINIMUM 6 MONTHS AFTER DEPARTURE.

INCLUDED IN TOTAL COST:

Support Guide/guides, main meals, flights, accommodation and activities (except as stated below)

NOTE:
Flights are included in the total cost, but flights must be self-funded.

This cost is from Sydney. Get in touch if you would be departing from another city.

NOT INCLUDED:

-Insurance: You MUST have travel insurance for this trip. You can find more information in the "Tasks" tab.

-Snack, drinks and pocket money

-Waitomo Caves entry ($75) and Bungy Jump ($275), and Maori Cultural Experience

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:

We can cater for dietary requirements if you specify them when you fill your Traveller Profile.

HOW TO REGISTER/BOOK:

Register by clicking "Express interest" and follow the prompts.

Self-managed:
When it's open for bookings, simply go to the $ invoice tab, choose package, and pay your deposit.

You will get a reminder when you need to pay the rest of the cost.
Claim back from NDIS afterwards.

Plan managed:
Ask your plan manager if you can spend your funding on this trip. Once confirmed, pay the deposit and claim back.
We will then send the outstanding invoice to your plan manager.

Note:

Before paying, contact us to see if it's the right fit for you!

WANT TO KNOW MORE? CALL US ON +61 407 582 065

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Hobbiton NZ Trip (FULLY BOOKED)

Overview

Go on an amazing adventure to the North Island of New Zealand with others with shared interests, and explore all the incredible things that makes New Zealand so special.

Not a fan of Lord of The Rings? No problem! There will be a range of activities to explore, and Hobbiton is just one of the cool experiences.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? CALL US ON +61 407 582 065

Day 1: Sydney - Flight to Auckland

Day 1: Sky Tower

Group Dinner

Day 2: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Day 2: Hobbiton

Day 2: Waitomo Homestead Cabins

Day 3: Taupo

YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers

Bungy Jump (optional! Register interest by ticking the box)

Day 4: Rotorua

Maori Cultural Experience

Day 4: Rock Solid Backpackers

Day 5: Back to Auckland and Sydney

Itinerary