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Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland

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Venture to the highly popular and enchanting **glow worm caves of Waitomo** from **Auckland** and view thousands of luminescent lights radiating from these tiny creatures that line the walls as expert and experienced guides provide informative commentary on the caves' historical and geological significance. We leave Auckland in the morning, enjoying a morning snack along the way, before arriving at Waitomo and embarking on a guided tour through its famous **glowworm caves** and their amazing limestone formations before finishing it up with a mystical boat ride through Glow Worm Grotto - an underground cavern illuminated by the glowworms' natural light. Follow it up with some leisure time to be spent at the **Waitomo Visitor Complex** where you'll be able to soak in some amazing views before finishing up at Rotorua in the afternoon - a satisfying conclusion to an enchanting day! **NOTE: This version of the tour departs from Rotorua and concludes in Auckland.**
Note
* CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Highlights
* Luxury coach travel Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland (tour concludes in Auckland) * Informative driver commentary * Fitzgerald Glade * Guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves * Waikato and King Country scenery
Time
* This tour departs at 7.45am from Tourism Rotorua and concludes in Auckland at approximately 3.10pm.
Transfers
* A complimentary pick-up and drop offer service is provided from inner city hotels.
Hotel Pickup
* A complimentary hotel-pick up is included in this day tour. At the time of booking, please select your designated accommodation property to book this in and obtain your pick-up time. Please ensure you are waiting 10 minutes prior at your designated pick-up location _If you have booked a hotel_ * Select your hotel name and pick up time from the location drop down list provided. If your hotel is not listed, select an alternative hotel in close proximity and make your way to that hotel on the day of the tour. Alternatively, choose Tourism Rotorua from the location drop down list and make your way to that location on the day of the tour, as this is the main departure point _If you have not yet booked a hotel_ * Select Tourism Rotorua from the location drop down list provided as this is the main departure point for the tour. Once your hotel arrangements have been finalised, you can contact the local tour operator to change your pick up details. Local tour operator's contact details will appear on your tour voucher _If your hotel is not listed or you do not require a hotel pick up_ * Select Tourism Rotorua as the location location drop down list provided as this is the main departure point for the tour. Make your way to this location at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure time
What To Bring
* We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and taking a warm jacket for the Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour.
Booking Information
* Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking. * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour. * For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher.
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About Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
About Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland is a tour that takes you from Rotorua to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and concludes in Auckland. You will be amazed by thousands of glowing lights from the glowworms adorning the cave walls, with an expert guide providing insights into the history and geology of the caves. You will explore stunning limestone formations and enjoy a mysterious boat ride through the Glow Worm Grotto, an underground cave illuminated by the natural light of glowworms. Afterwards, there will be free time at the Waitomo Visitor Complex before returning.
Why Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland is a must
Travel by luxurious coach from Rotorua to Waitomo and conclude in Auckland. Listen to informative commentary from your driver throughout the journey. Admire the beautiful scenery of Fitzgerald Glade, Waikato, and King Country. Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Top things to do at Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
Start your day with breakfast on the way. Enjoy a guided tour through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and witness amazing limestone formations. Take a mysterious boat ride through the Glow Worm Grotto, an underground cave illuminated by the natural light of glowworms. Have free time at the Waitomo Visitor Complex to enjoy the stunning views.
How to get to Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
This tour provides luxury coach travel from Rotorua to Waitomo and concludes in Auckland. Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off from downtown hotels are available. Please select your hotel during booking to receive your pick-up time. If your hotel is not listed, please choose a nearby hotel or Tourism Rotorua, which is the main departure point. If you have not yet booked a hotel, please choose Tourism Rotorua as your main departure point and contact the tour operator later to change pick-up details.
Location of Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
The main departure point is Tourism Rotorua, and the tour concludes in Auckland. The main activity is at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, and there is free time at the Waitomo Visitor Complex.
Opening hours of Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
The tour departs at 7:45 AM from Tourism Rotorua and will arrive in Auckland around 3:10 PM.
Facilities at Waitomo Glowworm Express Tour return Auckland
Luxury coach travel service. Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off from downtown hotels (please select your hotel when booking). Informative commentary from the driver throughout the journey.
Know Before You Go
This tour is currently unavailable until further notice. It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a warm jacket for the Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour. You will receive a booking confirmation voucher upon booking. Please print the voucher and present it on the day of travel. Tour operator information, including contact details, will be on your voucher.