Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel
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Auckland, New Zealand
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- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- See New Zealand's lush farming landscape—something many travelers miss
- Guided tour of the movie set—get insight you'd otherwise miss
- Includes ad Hobbit-themed drink at the Green Dragon Inn
- Pickup and drop-off at selected locations in Auckland
What's Included
- Fully Guided Small Group Tour from Auckland & Return
- Entry ticket & fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set & complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn
- Water available & snacks provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary Hotel Pickup & Drop off (Select Auckland CBD locations only)
- Booster seatSafety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
- Lunch (opportunities to purchase at own expense)
- Restroom on board
- Meeting at Hobbiton/nearby is prohibited. Guests must travel as part of our Cheeky Kiwi Travel tour
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point. (SkyCity Hotel). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there. *Pick-ups can begin up to 30 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minutes prior to your specific pickup time. *Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance. *Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.
Start time.10:00 am
Itinerary
Your day tour to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set begins with a handy pickup from select central Auckland hotels: if you’re not staying at one of the hotels, make your own way there to meet your guide and small group. Admire the views as you’re driven south to the rolling farmland of the Waikato region, to Matamata.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where parts of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies were filmed. Learn about movie-making history as you tour the 12-acre (4.8-hectare) set that was once a working sheep farm. See the hobbit holes, have an included drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and take cute photos on the set.
The tour ends with a transfer back to Auckland—you should even make it back in time for dinner in the City of Sails.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where parts of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies were filmed. Learn about movie-making history as you tour the 12-acre (4.8-hectare) set that was once a working sheep farm. See the hobbit holes, have an included drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and take cute photos on the set.
The tour ends with a transfer back to Auckland—you should even make it back in time for dinner in the City of Sails.
Auckland Central (Pass By)
Waikato Region (Pass By)
1
Hobbiton Movie Set
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
The Green Dragon Inn
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Auckland
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- If you are visiting off a cruise ship, please be aware we cannot guarantee to be back in time for a 6:30 - 8:30pm cruise departure
- The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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I had a wonderful experience! It was better than I had imagined. The trip was phenomenal… and ending it with the LOTR movie was perfect. Highly recommend.
We went with cheeky kiwi tours who proved to be excellent. We were on a short time frame but able to do this while our cruise ship was in port. Driver picked us up on time and dropped us off close to port at. 6.45pm plenty of time to make our boarding time. The whole bus ride in was entertaining as the driver pointed out lots of different places. At Hobbiton you are transported by the big green bus to the actual movie set. The set is in the middle of a working farm and we saw lots of lambs and sheep. The tour is a walking tour around all the houses. They have built a whole house do you can really explore and experience how it feels from the inside. We ended the tour at the inn where we had a cider. Would recommend this for all ages it was great fun even if you have never seen any of the movies. We had a little rain but umbrellas were provided.
It was a wonderful day and the great organization made it very relaxing for us. On the way our tour guide Alessandro shared a lot of stories about the landscape and the founding of Hobbiton in particular. It was very interesting and entertaining. The van was super comfortable and water and snacks were provided.
Arihia was an amazing guide and was so cheerful and informative throughout the entire drive. Cannot express how great this tour was.
Just enjoy the trip. Your tour guides are so welcoming and really care about you. The tour guides are always giving you information on local things.
grant, He was our guide and also explained a lot about the country's history; the staff at Hobbiton were amazing. I would go back.
Highly recommend this tour company and the tour itself was just amazing. Perfect for any Lord of the Rings fan.
Matt was a great guide who arrived for pickup up on time and made the journey interesting with his commentary. Hobbiton is incredible, even if you aren’t a super fan it is worth the trip. The scenery is stunning and the guides are fun and knowledgeable. I highly recommend for anyone wanting a Hobbiton day trip from Auckland.
Great tour that brings Hobbiton to life. A wonderful behind-the-scenes story and set that offers loads of info and photo opps. Jess, our guide, was fun and showed her passion for the films and site. We loved it.
Pickup was on time and the driver (Ark) was incredibly friendly and well informed about local landmarks and history. We got there with plenty of time to browse the gift shop and have lunch before the tour started and enjoyed a scenic drive on the way back which also arrived with no delays. Overall a fantastic experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Ark really knows his local history and landmarks! So glad there was plenty of time to browse, have lunch and enjoy the scenic drive back. Thanks for the great review, Eric!
Great tour, and Hanoz was amazing!!! The tour was well balanced and entertaining! We highly recommend it!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Igor! Hanoz will be over the moon to read this and we could not agree more that he brings real energy and passion to every tour. We are so glad you had an amazing time and would love to welcome you back for another adventure with Cheeky Kiwi Travel!
We had the best experience with our driver Jeoff from Cheeky Kiwi! Made the ride to Hobbiton very smooth and comfortable, giving us lots of history on New Zealand. Hobbiton was absolutely beautiful and our tour guide there, James, was so much fun to be around. Definitely would recommend.
Loved the Hobbiton Tour with transportation! The ride was relaxing and safe. Hanoz provided funny commentary along the way and was able to get us back to the city in time for our concert later that evening! Win! The movie set tour was out of this world and we're so glad we took the day to go see it.
Our friendly tour driver guide Hanoz was terrific, providing interesting commentaries on Hobbiton and Auckland as well as New Zealand history and culture, while driving professionally and safely, for a comfortable mini-bus ride from downtown Auckland to Hobbiton and back. The drive from Auckland to Hobbiton takes over two hours and Hanoz's personable style and humour seemed to make the time go by fast. Good job Hanoz! Being a fan of The Lord Of The Rings movies, I was looking forward to visiting the set and the set tour did not disappoint! Molly, our enthusiastic and knowledgeable Hobbiton guide was fantastic, providing the background and inside information of how many of the memorable scenes of the three movies were created at the actual set locations. We had ample time to take pictures and videos as we were guided through the sprawling set. This was a super fun experience and I highly recommend it, especially if you're a fan of the movies, or aspire to be one.
Great tour with Ark and Cheeky Kiwi! Informative, friendly, and energetic. Great driving as well as we saw the NZ countryside.
Response from Host, May 2026
Ian, thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We're so pleased that Ark and the whole Cheeky Kiwi team made your Hobbiton experience one to remember. We truly appreciate you choosing to travel with us and hope to see you again down the road!
Well-organized and enthusiastic tour guides both driver and hobbiton guide were friendly and helpful.
Response from Host, May 2026
Meghan, thank you for the lovely feedback! We're so pleased both our driver and Hobbiton guide made a great impression. It means a lot that you chose to travel with us, and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to see you again one day!
This was a great trip. Very well run. Bus was on time and the driver and tour guide Sam was the best!! He was very thorough and told us all exactly what to expect and how the day would go. He gave us tips on how to better enjoy the Hobbiton experience. I would highly recommend Cheeky Kiwi Tours and if you are lucky enough to get Sam -- that would be a voice bonus!
We took a ride from our hotel to the Hobbit movie set, and our driver Trent even provided us with the tickets, which made everything super easy. The highlight of the trip was definitely the music he played during the ride—it really set the mood—and all the interesting information he shared about New Zealand along the way. The set itself was magical and well worth the visit, but the journey there made it even more memorable.
Really enjoyed the day trip. There was several travelers who were here on business taking a personal day to be able to see a little bit of New Zealand. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone consider considering.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you, Pete! We're so glad you made the most of your personal day and got to experience a little bit of New Zealand. We truly appreciate your high recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure!
- GM, Cheeky Kiwi Travel
This was a great trip & must for LOTR fans. The shire truly blows your mind. We also had a good guide in Hanoz who kept us engaged & took care of us well
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Dhanya, awesome to hear the Shire blew your mind! Hanoz will be stoked with the shoutout. Cheers for the brilliant review and for choosing Cheeky Kiwi Travel.
Hobbiton is absolutely amazing...I loved every minute of the experience. Liam was a wonderful tour guide and has fantastic knowledge of the History of New Zealand
Would highly recommend Cheeky Kiwi tours! Our guide, Dave/Rawiri was wonderful, and our Hobbiton day tour was perfect. We are looking forward to our next Cheeky Kiwi tour to Milford Sound!
Be prepared for weather variations .The guide Ark was knowledgeable and kept things on a tight schedule. The breaks to and from Aukland were great in the context of the journey.
Hobbiton exceeded every expectation. Our driver Ark was exceptional — the whole experience felt personal, not just another tour. A dream come true for this Middle-earth fan.
We did this trip from Auckland. The van ride there and back is 2+ hours each way. We had time after arriving and before the tour started to visit the cafe and gift shop. Good food, sweet treats and friendly service - a good plan for lunch. It can be wet here. It rained non-stop during our visit. The Hobbiton facility supplied umbrellas and there were places to step out of the rain occasionally. Overall we felt comfortable. Dress appropriately - waterproof shoes with good traction are helpful. The trail had a few muddy spots, but overall the drainage was good and it was just wet.
You will have an opportunity to visit th interior of one of Theo Hobbit holes. It is supremely satisfying! You can sit in chairs, lay in beds and even climb into the bathtub if you like.
The Viator guide/driver we had (Ben) was fantastic! He was amusing, engaging and a good driver. The Hobbiton staff were also delightful. It seems to be a New Zealand thing and we love it!
The Hobbiton visit and experience was amazing. It was awe-inspiring to see where they filmed one of the best movies ever made.
But our tour guide, Jeoff, made it extra special. He was nice and kind and gave us tons of insight about New Zealand and gave us recommendations on what places to visit. He came prepared with snacks and water and made sure everyone was comfortable during the ride. He also accommodated anyone that needed to use the restroom and even made a pit stop for ice cream on the way home, which was icing on the cake.
Highly recommend using Cheeky Kiwi for this tour or any other tour in New Zealand!
It is absolutely live changing! I very highly recommend! Seeing Hobbiton has been on my bucket list for years, and our tour guide made, not only going to see the hobbit amazing, but the entire drive down and back was full of fun facts and rich new zealand culture. Ari was amazing! I learned so much! I’d 1000% do this again!
This was an amazing Tour! If you are a fan of the movies or books, this is a must see if you are ever in New Zealand. The tour guides at hobbiton were friendly, nice and told the best stories. They were always available to help with perfect photo opportunities.
Our driver Alessandro was AMAZING! I wasn’t looking forward to the two hour ride but his stories made the drive there and back so much more pleasant. He was so nice, funny and entertaining. I would love to take a tour with him again!
Well worth the travel time. Absolutely spectacular scenery. Cheeky Dave was a great guide. A perfect day.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Kia ora!
Sounds like a perfect day out! It’s great to hear the journey was worth it and that the scenery delivered. Dave will be pleased to know his guiding helped make the experience even better.
We’d love to welcome you back for more adventures in the future. Until then, safe travels and thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi!
Ngā mihi,
Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝
Hobbiton is a magical place, regardless of how familiar you are with Lord of the Rings, it is a fun place to visit
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Kia ora!
You’ve summed it up perfectly—Hobbiton really is a magical place, whether you’re a big fan or just there to enjoy the setting. Glad you had a fun day exploring it!
We’d love to welcome you back for more adventures in the future. Until then, safe travels and thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi!
Ngā mihi,
Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝
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