Top 6 Two-Day Trips in Auckland

1.2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $1,222Our pick

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo, Rotorua and Hobbiton with guided visits, meals and one hotel night included. You’ll see glowworms by boat, Pōhutu Geyser at Te Puia, enjoy a Māori hangi and cultural show, then tour the Shire with a stop at the Green Dragon Inn. Expect several coaches and a full schedule.

“WOW. That's all I can say. I initially looked into booking a few of these tours by themselves and figuring out our own transportation, but honestly, it's INCREDIBLE how they strung this all together perfectly and efficiently. Book this if you want to see it all without wasting time! Not once did I feel like I may have been stranded anywhere, forgotten about among buses of tour groups, or that I would have gotten on the wrong bus which were my main fears. All of the drivers were insightful, funny, and caring. Food provided on the bus was tasty. All of the tours were FANTASTIC. When we got back to…”

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2.2-Day Hobbiton, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves Tour from Auckland with Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $930

Travel in a small group from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua, and Waitomo. Expect early starts, several vehicle changes, guided visits, a Te Puia lunch, Mitai hangi and performance, and overnight accommodation in Rotorua. Guides such as Chris, Fran, Ric, Louise, and Serhan have led parts of this route.

“We had an amazing time on this tour! While 2 days went by fast, we felt we had the time to enjoy each location completely. The tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable, and coordination between the guides was smooth for the Read more”

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3.Bay of Islands 2-Day Small Group Tour & Cruise from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $452Top rated

Travel from Auckland to Northland with a small group of up to 15 people. Visit the Kauri Museum, Tane Mahuta, Opononi, Waitangi, and Paihia, then cruise to the Hole in the Rock and Otehei Bay. Guides such as Matt Van Veen and Mark add plenty of local insight.

“Fab tour full of history and fun. Tour guide/driver Mark very knowledgeable and considerate of people's needs. Small group so much better than a large coach load of people.”

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4.Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua & Taupo 2-Day Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 2 days · from $507

Travel in a small group of up to 16 with a passionate English-speaking guide, visiting Hobbiton, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Wai-O-Tapu, Huka Falls, Taupo and Hamilton Gardens. Accommodation, entry tickets, water and snacks are included, while meals and optional activities cost extra.

“El fin de semana fue muy divertido y vimos muchas cosas, es una buena manera de hacer este mítico recorrido sin necesidad de cansarte conduciendo y despreocuparse de buscar entradas y toda la organización que requiere. Alfredo el guía fue muy amable, divertido y muy buen conductor.”

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5.2 Day Tour Auckland to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $526

Travel from Auckland in a small group of up to 15, with guides such as Jeff, Michael, or Matt bringing the North Island to life. Visit Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Wai-O-Tapu, Taupo, Huka Falls, and Hamilton Gardens, with transport and main admissions included.

“Ride with Jeff. Lol! He was a great host. If you only have a short time in the country and want to see a lot this is the way to go no need to look for transportation or lodging it's all included in this trip. Make sure you got on some good walking sRead more”

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6.Bay of Islands Tour & Cruise 2Day Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $439Best value

Travel from Auckland in a small group of up to 16 with a guide such as Ally. Visit the Kauri Museum, Waipoua Forest, Tane Mahuta, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and Otehei Bay, then cruise the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett.

“It was wonderful! The guide was well organized and informative! Thank you so much!”

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