"Tauranga Scenic Tours" is a boutique tour operator, specializing in highly rated small group cruise ship day tours (1 - 8 People) and excursions from the Port of Tauranga to Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua, the heartland of New Zealand's active volcanic geothermal region and Maori culture. What you will see on tour- Rotorua's volcanic zone - erupting geysers - bubbling mud - surreal steaming landscape - carving - weaving - Maori culture - Kiwifruit orchards, farms, forests and lakes with an experienced local kiwi guide. Return to Ship. I guarantee to return you back to your ship on time on board well before sailing hour. I have never missed a ship!