Winter time
The last full tour will depart from Stop 1 at 15:30, stopping at all tour stops.
The last departure from Stop 1 will be at 16:00, however will not include tour stops 6, 7, 8 & 9.
A former convent and theatre, the Liceu hasn't always resembled the opera house we see today. Its history is full of ups and downs and mysteries that make this cultural icon a key venue which we invite you to discover on a guided tour of the building.
You'll walk through its most representative areas, starting with the historic lobby, in the eclectic Catalan Renaixement style. From there, you'll continue to the auditorium, an exact replica of the impressive horseshoe-shaped hall designed by the architect Miquel Garriga i Roca in 1847. You'll go up to the Hall of Mirrors, an imposing room with a ceiling decorated with allegorical paintings and texts referring to art and music. You'll discover the new foyer, the area where people used to relax during the interval and currently a multi-purpose room which hosts small-scale performances.
Marvel at the world-renowned phenomenon of glowworms illuminating your way through the glowworm grotto in Waitomo and explore the caves formed over 30 million years ago - Watch as glowworms illuminate the glowworm grotto on your 45 minute boat tour of the Waitomo Caves - the Tour is led by an experienced guide who'll share the history and local Maori legends surrounding the cave - This is one of the must-see natural phenomenons in New Zealand, famed around the world.
The glowworm, Arachnocampa luminosa, is unique to New Zealand. Thousands of these tiny creatures radiate their unmistakable luminescent light as our expert guides provide informative commentary on the Caves' historical and geological significance.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must see for any traveller. Enjoy the world famous boat ride under thousands of magical glowworms and become a part of over 120 years of cultural and natural history.
THE BOAT RIDE
Marvel at Mother Nature's light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Meander underground along the Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the myriad of glow worm lights that make up the Glowworm Grotto. As you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights, you'll immediately experience a serene ambience and be fascinated and intrigued by tiny glowworms that light your way.
All photography is strictly forbidden
Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access
No smoking, food, drink or litter permitted inside the caves
Why not combine this tour with a tour of Hobbiton Movie Set, where they filmed The Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit!
