Private tour in Tauranga Stephen A

VIP Transport with Private Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

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Stephen A.

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Kia Ora, welcome my name is Stephen and have been living in Tauranga for the past 10 years and providing tours through our beautiful area most of that time. My wife Amanda and our beautiful 3 daughters keep me full of life and on the go when I am not meeting and traveling with our distinguished guests. Personally I love meeting new people and conversing with them in all roles. When not on tour myself I also work at Hobbiton Movie Set where I am a tour guide and bus driver. Absolutely love the environment there, the movie set never gets old and I just adore being outdoors in such majestic countryside. So, if I were to pick my favorite option it would have to be our Hobbiton Tour, followed closely by Ziplining in the Mamaku Forest (Rotorua). I love being on the road, driving, and the conversation with new friends from here and abroad. What I provide; what my tour service provides, is that little extra to make your day feel valued and respected. Your time, your interest, and your family are important to me. I endeavor to treat all my guests as my own family and ensure all possible comforts are provided. What you will find with me and traveling with me is: - A personal tour guide and tour experience - The opportunity to make the day your own, through customization and special requests - Modern European vehicles chosen for their safety and comfort - Extra's refreshments and Wi-Fi provided - Sanitation, Hygiene, and Sanitary provisions within our vehicles Travel with me, and you will be looked after wherever possible. I assure to treat you like family and appreciate your decision to travel with me during your time in Tauranga and the Surrounding areas. I hold a PSL which is a license issued by the NZ Ministry of Transport to provide and operate a passenger-based transport service (a legal requirement in New Zealand). I also hold a valid driver's license to take passengers - an endorsement requiring police screening and medical examination every 5 years. I hold certification in Horticulture with Fruit Production which is a strong industry here in the Bay of Plenty - providing vast global consumption of Kiwifruit and other fruit types and products. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences

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Overview of your Tauranga tour

Private VIP journey through Middle-Earth home of the Hobbits! Our day will start with an introduction to the wonderful Mount Maunganui beach and surrounding area. ​Visiting McLaren Falls Park you will see native New Zealand fauna, a lovely waterfall and a variety of wildlife including some native birds. With a lake setting this 190-hectare park truly is a magical place to visit and appreciate the New Zealand landscape. ​As a trained and current Hobbiton Tour Guide, we shall continue to my second home. Making our way to The Shire, home of Bilbo Baggins his nephew Frodo and 300 of their family and friends. Your Hobbiton journey with me would not be complete without our actual set props and additional behind-the-scenes information. Once our journey through Hobbiton is complete, we shall make our way back to where our day began. Refreshments and snacks shall be provided during your journey with me. Group size from 1 person to 17 people. Children's seats are available upon request.

Your Tauranga tour itinerary

Your journey, your story let's make the day about you! Depending on where our day starts (collection from where you are staying) we will explore the Mount Maunganui area and make our way through Tauranga toward McLaren Falls Park. McLaren Falls Park a 190 Hectares boasting a beautiful lake, native fauna and two waterfalls is a magical place with a variety of birdlife and fish - primarily Trout. Stopping here for refreshments, enjoy view of the lake while we have Swans, Geese, and Ducks roaming nearby. ​Continuing your journey to The Hobbiton Movie Set. 'Hobbiton' you will experience their new and improved tour with full immersion in a Hobbit Hole & complimentary Hobbit Brew at The Green Dragon Inn. Enjoy your own PRIVATE 2. 5hour movie set tour with another Hobbiton Guide. Once we have concluded our time at Hobbiton the journey back to where our day started shall begin. With a stop along the way to take in breathtaking views of the Piako Plains. Our day usually concludes where it all began.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minibus

I have a couple of vehicles suitable for different size groups. Our day will be in a modern European Car or Van with some walking required during our stops. Executive E-Class Mercedes Benz suitable for up to 3 people. Executive Mercedes Mini-Van for up to 6 people. Luxury Mini-Coach is suitable for up to 17 people. On-board Wi-Fi is provided. Vehicle is also fitted with a refrigerator, cold beverages shall be provided during your journey with me. A selection of snacks are also provided for your enjoyment during our day together.

What's included
Other: This tour includes transport in one of my executive class vehicles and refreshments. Tour cost is up to 17 people, subject to Hobbiton Availability and conditions.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Private Guided Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
Food Drinks Snacks
What's not included
Other: Lunch is not included in tour. Personal shopping and souvenirs are at customers own expense.
Meeting location

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Day Trip
TV And Movie
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1307545
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Tauranga best suited for?

This private tour in Tauranga is perfect for fans of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films who want an immersive experience at the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's also ideal for those who appreciate nature, as the tour includes a visit to McLaren Falls Park with its beautiful lake, waterfalls, and native wildlife. With a light activity level and kid-friendly accessibility, it's suitable for families, including children and seniors. The tour is also a great choice for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion.

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Hours icon 7 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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