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Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

The Hobbiton movie set and the Waitomo glow-worm caves are two of the most popular attractions on New Zealand’s North Island. Visit both in one day and enjoy a more personalized experience on this small-group tour. Discover behind-the-scenes of the legendary LOTR films during a guided tour of Hobbiton, then cruise the underground river of the Waitomo Caves, beneath a glittering canopy of glow worms.

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch - One Way

Make the most of a travel day with a transfer service between Rotorua and Auckland that includes a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set. Instead of heading straight to Auckland and missing the sights along the way, you’ll stop to learn more about movie-making history at the set, where parts of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit were filmed. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch - One Way

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

Experience the most memorable attractions of New Zealand’s North Island on this independent 5-day tour. Cruise out to Cape Brett and visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and tour Russell in the Bay of Islands, admire views of Auckland on a comprehensive city sightseeing tour, and enjoy guided visits to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the Hobbiton Movie Set, and the thermal valleys and nature reserves of Rotorua. Visit popular North Island attractions in one tour, Admission tickets included for Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, and Te Puia Comfortable 4-star hotel accommodation in Auckland, Paihia, and Rotorua Hassle-free pickup and drop-off each day at your hotel.

5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

5 daysFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie Tour at Waikato and Matamata

Embark on an unparalleled adventure with our bespoke chauffeur-guided tour to Hobbiton Movie Set, setting new standards in luxury and flexibility. Unlike conventional tours, we prioritize your preferences, allowing you to tailor your itinerary to suit your desires. Whether you opt for the iconic Movie Set tour or choose to explore Matamata at your leisure, the choice is entirely yours. Experience the epitome of exclusivity as you journey in a private luxury European car, ensuring an intimate and personalized exploration of Waikato and Matamata. Bid adieu to crowded buses and shared experiences – this is your private escapade, curated to perfection. Revel in the convenience of seamless pickups from your preferred location, ensuring a stress-free and comfortable excursion from start to finish. Elevate your travel experience and create memories to last a lifetime with our unrivaled tour offering.

Hobbiton Movie Tour at Waikato and Matamata

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Auckland to Hobbiton Private 2-Way Transfer and Waikato

Step into Middle-earth on this private full-day ride from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Travel through the lush Waikato countryside, known for its rolling green hills that inspired the peaceful Shire. At Hobbiton, join a guided tour of the iconic filming location, exploring colorful Hobbit Holes, the Party Tree, and the double-arched bridge while learning behind-the-scenes stories from the trilogies. Relax with a drink at the cozy Green Dragon Inn, then choose an optional stop in Matamata Town for food or souvenirs, or enjoy panoramic views at Lake Karapiro Lookout before heading back to Auckland. With your private driver managing all logistics, this experience offers the easiest and most comfortable way to visit one of New Zealand’s most magical cinematic destinations.

Auckland to Hobbiton Private 2-Way Transfer and Waikato

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Private Auckland to Rotorua Tour via Hobbiton Movie Set

Private Auckland to Rotorua Tour via Hobbiton Movie Set

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Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

Travel south after morning pickup from your Auckland hotel. En route to Hobbiton, enjoy a quick stretch break before arrival at the Hobbiton Movie Set. Fans will love the guided tour of the Shire, a prime filming location for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movie series. Explore inside a Hobbit home on BagShot Row. Stop for photos as you’re entertained with tales about the making of the films. Then head to the Green Dragon Inn for a complimentary drink before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch at the Party Marquee After your tour of Hobbiton, you will be transferred to Rotorua by 2.15pm, allowing time to explore the city in the afternoon.

Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Exclusive Luxury Tour From Auckland

Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Exclusive Luxury Tour From Auckland

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Multi Day New Zealand Wide Private Custom Tour from Auckland

Discover the very best of New Zealand with a fully flexible private custom tour designed entirely around your interests. Your preferences are understood, tailored recommendations are provided, and a balanced itinerary blending travel, exploration, and relaxation is crafted. Enjoy the comfort of a private tour with a dedicated guide driver and exclusive vehicle, starting from Auckland and finishing anywhere in New Zealand as preferred. Explore iconic destinations anywhere across the country, from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island, based on your chosen number of travel days. Add optional activities that entirely match your interests, from scenic trains to adrenaline skydiving. All logistics including routes, timing, domestic flight or ferry, accommodation bookings, and optional activity bookings are taken care of. No planning stress, no coordination hassle, and no long self driving days. Just relax and enjoy a seamless journey while everything is managed in background.

Multi Day New Zealand Wide Private Custom Tour from Auckland

14 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Hobbiton Day trip from Auckland

Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Hobbiton Day trip from Auckland

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Multi Day New Zealand Wide Private Custom Tour from Christchurch

Discover the very best of New Zealand with a fully flexible private custom tour designed entirely around your interests. Your preferences are understood, tailored recommendations are provided, and a balanced itinerary blending travel, exploration, and relaxation is crafted. Enjoy the comfort of a private tour with a dedicated guide driver and exclusive vehicle, starting from Christchurch and finishing anywhere in New Zealand as preferred. Explore iconic destinations anywhere across the country, from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island, based on your chosen number of travel days. Add optional activities that entirely match your interests, from scenic trains to adrenaline skydiving. All logistics including routes, timing, domestic flight or ferry, accommodation bookings, and optional activity bookings are taken care of. No planning stress, no coordination hassle, and no long self driving days. Just relax and enjoy a seamless journey while everything is managed in background.

Multi Day New Zealand Wide Private Custom Tour from Christchurch

14 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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5Day/4Nights Northern Cultural Wonders

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily offering the best the North Island. The tour includes the Bay of Islands with Hole in the Rock cruise and guided tours of Russell and Waitangi, returning to Auckland for one night prior to travelling through to Hobbiton Movie Set where a guided tour of this world renown attraction has been arranged for your enjoyment, travel onto Rotorua and its geothermal attractions, here you will enjoy a guide tour of the Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley and its Living Maori Village. This attraction will also include a Haka Performance. On the final day visit the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves with a guided boat tour through the glowworm grotto before returning to Auckland central city. The tour includes 4 nights' accommodation

5Day/4Nights Northern Cultural Wonders

5 daysFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Visit two of New Zealand's must-see attractions on this combo tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Peek into Hobbit holes, frolic in the Shire, and get a drink at the Green Dragon Inn on a guided tour of Middle-earth, followed by a café lunch. In the afternoon, explore Māori myths and history on an underground boat ride at Waitomo, surrounded by thousands of glowworms.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

2 hours 30 minutesFree CancellationTravelers mention 'great guides'

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Ideal for fans of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit,” this tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves starts with a scenic drive through the Waikato countryside. Take an underground boat ride on the Waitomo River, then learn about movie-making history at Hobbiton. A picnic lunch and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn are included for your convenience.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

Enjoy a magical 6-6.5 hour tour to the Hobbiton Movie set, used for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series, which has made NZ famous. Leaving the port, we first travel past the stunning beaches of Mount Maunganui, a top NZ holiday destination, across the harbor bridge and into the country, over the Kaimai mountain ranges, into the lush farming district of the Waikato, the location of Hobbiton. At Hobbiton you can visit the Shires Rest Cafe, browse the souvenir shop or just take in the stunning views before joining the 2.5 hour guided tour, explore inside a Hobbit home and finish at The Green Dragon Pub with a complimentary Ale. As Cruise ship arrival times varies so much, we adjust the start time to suit, which we confirm to you when your booking is accepted, always having you back at the ship in good time for its departure. Please see the Additional Info section for details of our cancellation policy should the ship cancel its port of call within 24 hours of arrival.

Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a full-day tour from Auckland that explores New Zealand's "Middle-earth," where "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films came to life. Travel through a landscape of lush farms, then take a guided tour of the 12-acre (4.8-ha) Hobbiton Movie Set, from hobbit holes to gardens and the Green Dragon Inn. With free time to shop and explore, this tour includes transportation from selected locations in Auckland for your convenience.

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland

The fictional, yet globally famous, village of Hobbiton™ and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves rank among New Zealand’s top attractions. Visit both sites in one day on a small-group tour that includes hotel pickup, a delicious lunch, and personal attention from your guide. Avoid the hassle of self-driving from Auckland and admire scenic views en route. A must-do tour for nature and movie lovers short on time in the North Island.

Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Experience the best of New Zealand on full-day tour that combines two incredible destinations in one comprehensive tour. From Auckland, enjoy a scenic drive to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Once arrived, hop aboard one of the official Hobbiton buses and immerse yourself in the magic of Middle-earth. Embark on a behind-the-scenes tour of the movie set, with fascinating insights and little-known facts provided by your guide. Explore the charming Hobbit Holes, admire The Mill and The Double Arched Bridge, and enjoy a complimentary drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) at the Green Dragon Inn. Next up, journey to Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Embark on a guided tour inside the Famous Waitomo Grotto—including a boat ride along the underground Waitomo River.

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Magical Hobbiton: Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland

Whether you’re a fan of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies, or you’re just interested in exploring one of the world’s most detailed permanent movie sets, The Hobbiton Movie Set nestled in the Waikato countryside has something to offer. On this full-day small-group tour, set out from Auckland on a journey through rolling green countryside, before arriving at Hobbiton for a thorough exploration of the set.

Magical Hobbiton: Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Middle earth with a day trip to the Hobbiton Movie Set, perfect for those seeking a shorter excursion without an early morning start. Journey through the scenic Waikato countryside enroute to Hobbiton, where lush green hills & pastures set the stage for this cinematic experience. Explore the meticulously recreated setting from 'The Lord of the Rings' & 'The Hobbit' films. Guided by experts, wander through charming hobbit holes nestled into the landscape, stroll through vibrant gardens, and visit iconic landmarks like the Green Dragon Inn. Gain insider insights into filmmaking and hear behind-the-scenes anecdotes. After exploring, relax and refuel with a light, packed picnic lunch, thoughtfully prepared to enjoy in the peaceful surroundings of Hobbiton. Take in the scenery, snap photos, and soak up the whimsical charm of the Shire before your return to Auckland.

Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Know before you go

Matamata

Visit the Matamata i-SITE center for information on the region.
The Firth Tower Historical Reserve and Firth Tower Museum are interesting spots for history enthusiasts.
For fun photo ops, look for the “Welcome to Hobbiton” sign, right by the i-SITE center.

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