New Zealand · GUIDED
15 guided tours laid out with the price, the running time and the kind of traveller each one actually suits. Top of the list first.
Review of Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour in New Zealand, with set highlights, Green Dragon Inn drink, price, access, timing, and practical tips.
“I loved the way you told the story of how the land was discovered. The whole experience was brilliant and the guide, Sam, was very knowledgeable. Thank you.”
Review of Waitomo Glowworm Caves by boat, with cave highlights, guide quality, value, access, practical tips, and who should book.
“very engaging guide Alex. The tour and experience was well done. i might suggest restricting the experience to people 3 and up.”
Review of Auckland’s Hobbiton and Waitomo day trip, with lunch, transport, timings, tour tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“This was a really cool experience! Definitely a must if you like Lord of The Rings/Hobbit films. The tour operator is very strict on time and we did leave someone behind so keep that in mind as the day begins early. It was warm and sunny when we went so be prepared for the weather as you're walking through the Hobbiton set! After the Hobbiton tour, we went to see the glow worm caves which was also very cool. I enjoyed our driver and the experience overall but it is a long day.”
Cruise Lake Te Anau, walk through rushing-water caves, and drift beneath hundreds of New Zealand glowworms on this 135-minute tour.
“What a great experience… I think everyone should know and experience this. Can’t describe more coziness I’d spoil it for you. Do yourself a favor. Book n experience it for yourself. Today is summer 7th Jan 2026”
Explore Ruakuri Cave near Waitomo on a 90-minute guided walk with glowworms, striking limestone formations, local stories, and wheelchair access.
“This was the most AMAZING experience. From the very first moment Jetta our guide was informative, friendly and very accommodating. The entry into the cave itself was spectacular. Walking through the cave, we saw the most amazing formations and we got up very close with the little glowworms. The best part about this cave is that you get to photograph the entire way through. We definitely rate this a five star experience and Jetta made it extra special answering all our questions and giving us time to take as many photos as we wanted.”
Review of Rotorua’s Hell’s Gate geothermal walk, mud bath, sulfur spa, Māori carving, practical tips, value, and what to expect.
“The experience was authentic. We started out on guided tour but ended up going out on our own halfway in so we could have a semi private mudbath. If you prefer to be in mudbath and Sulphur spa alone. If you do the guided tour, you will be in there with everyone.”
Explore Waitomo Glowworm Caves by foot and boat, with Māori heritage, cave formations, and glowing Arachnocampa luminosa.
“Very poor experience- is there no age restriction? there were 4 toddlers in our group. One of them barely months old. this tour has health and safety concerns of staircase in the dark and boat ride in the dark. How can you permit toddlers! Read more”
Tour Wētā Workshop in Wellington for 90 minutes of film magic, hands-on props, working artists, costumes, and behind-the-scenes craft.
“We loved this tour. Lots packed in during the 90 minutes, definitely felt like we got value for money.”
Review of the Auckland to Hobbiton and Waitomo tour, with glowworms, lunch, transport tips, walking advice, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“Not a lot of shade. Walking not that difficult, but some up hill. Surprisingly amazing. Get the free drink at the Green Dragon.”
Review of Lake Tekapo’s 75-minute alpine stargazing tour, with a 14-inch telescope, dark-sky farm setting, warm jackets, and free photo.
“We had a great couple of hours. Taken to a farm and was educated about the stars and constellations. High power telescope to look at stars, moon and jupiter. Saw the most amazing Meteor which was the highlight and felt so lucky to witness that.”
Ride a WWII amphibious Duck through Rotorua, then splash into Lakes Tikitapu and Okareka on a fun, informative family tour.
“This was a fun trip led by an engaging young lady full of puns but also knowledge of the areas she took us to. Definitely worth doing if time allows.”
See Wellington’s coast, Mt Victoria, film district, landmarks, and Cable Car on a friendly three-hour city tour from $53.
“The guide was passionate and knowledgeable. he was also very kind and offered to take our photos for us. he seems to enjoy his job.”
Explore Hobbiton from Matamata with return bus transfers, a guided 12-acre Shire tour, filming stories, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“Very much worth the money, even for people like me who have never seen the movies (wife has seen them and loved the tour). Beautiful location and a pretty drive to arrive at the place.”
Review of Kapiti Island’s private guided day tour from Wellington, with ferry, wildlife walk, lodge lunch, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Absolutely loved my visit, Janine was a great guide, lots of interesting facts and history. Ben made a very tasty lunch, thank you.”
Tour Speight’s historic Dunedin brewery, learn New Zealand brewing history, and enjoy guided beer tastings for $16.
“Good history of founders and brewing process. Flight of 3 with refills so you could try a number of different types of beer. Nice gift shop with discount for going on the tour.”
Pick a coast, a crater or a cellar door.
