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Infotainment App

An Immersive Rail Experience

 

We have some exciting news for your upcoming journey, we have made changes to our onboard audio commentary which is now available via our new infotainment app.

The infotainment app allows all audio commentary and stories to be available at a touch of a button via your phone.

Our commentary has been upgraded and revised and we are excited to have it available for our passengers.

The app is easy to use, and if you have any issues, please talk to the staff on the train, they will help you to troubleshoot any issues.

Please make sure you bring your own device, USB charger and headphones to enjoy the audio commentary.

We recommend you download the free “Great Journeys New Zealand” app in advance.

Some sections of the app won’t be available until you are on the train, but once connected to the Wifi on the train you’ll will be able to see the full content.

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Waitomo Caves, Picnic Lunch and Hobbiton Movie Set (Auckland-Rotorua) - (from 1st October - 30th May 24')

Waitomo Caves Picnic lunch

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour (10:45am-12:00pm)

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour (PM)


Experience guided tours of the Hobbiton Movie Set and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on this full-day sightseeing tour

A hidden gem near the township of Matamata, the Hobbiton Movie Set is a world-famous film location of the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies.

See Hobbit Holes, stroll through the lush gardens, and learn how this private farm became Middle-earth.

Visit the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided 45-minute tour through this underground wonder, seeing stalactites, stalagmites, and sparkling glowworms.

Useful Tip: A complimentary pick-up and drop-off service is provided from various inner-city hotels.



Tour details

Full day tour
Operates daily
Departs and returns: Sky City Coach Terminal
Complimentary Hotel pick-up/drop-off is available
Spacious and scenic coach travel with commentary

Tour includes

Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour
Banquet lunch at the Green Dragon Inn
Guided tour of Waitomo Caves

Free WiFi available on board

Waitomo Caves, Picnic Lunch and Hobbiton Movie Set (Auckland-Rotorua)
Sat 14 Aug
Sun 15 Aug
Mon 16 Aug
Tue 17 Aug
Wed 18 Aug
Thu 19 Aug
Fri 20 Aug
Service is unavailable today, please select further day.