Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the magic of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films were made, with this private tour from Auckland. Arrive in time for a sunset tour of the Shire, enjoy an included drink at the Green Dragon Inn, then feast on a Hobbit-inspired dinner banquet. End the evening with an unforgettable lantern-lit walk through the village of Hobbiton.

Experience Hobbiton on a guided tour and a moonlit walk
Enjoy a delicious 2-course banquet and drinks at the Green Dragon Inn
Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your Auckland CBD hotel
Private tour for a personalized experience

What's Included

Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
Complimentary refreshments and water on board
A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
Complimentary High-Speed Internet on-board the minibus
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Admission to 4 hours fully guided tour at Hobbiton
Alcoholic Beverages

Complimentary Hobbiton beverages at Green Dragon -Inn
Dinner

A two-course banquet feast served inside The Green Dragon Inn fit for a Hobbit
Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming
Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre movie set
Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges
Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scenes secrets
Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
A lantern-lit walk through the movie set under moonlight
Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit hole
Learn how the film magic was made from a local guide

Additional drinks available to purchase throughout the night
Breakfast
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

The departure time from Auckland for the evening banquet experience will change throughout the year due to sunset timings. Indicative departure time from Auckland is [03:00 pm in January]; [02:30 pm in February]; [02:00 pm in March]; [12:30 pm in April]; [12:00 pm in May]; [12:00 pm in June]. Indicative departure time from Auckland is [12:00 pm in July]; [12:15 pm in August]; [12:45 pm in September]; [01:45 pm in October]; [02:30 pm in November]; [03:00 pm in December].

Meeting point

Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Auckland Central

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bombay Hills (Pass By)

Robert Harris

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hobbiton Movie Set

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Auckland Central

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat. Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
We are able to accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.

Please note this experience is extremely popular and may require you to book 4-6 weeks in advance during peak season.
Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items
Easy and good fitness level required
This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended
Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
The departure time from Auckland for the evening banquet experience will change throughout the year due to sunset timings.
Indicative departure time from Auckland is [03:00 pm in January]; [02:30 pm in February]; [02:00 pm in March]; [12:30 pm in April]; [12:00 pm in May]; [12:00 pm in June].
Indicative departure time from Auckland is [12:00 pm in July]; [12:15 pm in August]; [12:45 pm in September]; [01:45 pm in October]; [02:30 pm in November]; [03:00 pm in December].
You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0

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Driver and trip was fantastic

Fred_P, Jul 2025

Fantastic. Hobbiton did not disappoint! Evening banquet was spectacular. Guides were fun and informative. Our driver Krantv (sp?) went above and beyond for us. Waited ( we were late misunderstanding the timing) and panicked. He was calm patient and wonderful. Afterwards he dropped us at our accommodations. Superb customer service ! 10/10

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Kia Ora Fred, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re over the moon to hear you had such a magical time at Hobbiton—especially the Evening Banquet, which truly is something special! A huge shoutout to Karthik for going the extra mile with grace and kindness—he’ll be thrilled to know his calm and care made such a difference during a stressful moment. Your kind words about the service mean the world to us. We're so glad the experience was 10/10 for you, and we’d love to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure across Aotearoa! Ngā mihi nui, The ExperienceKart Team

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Stephanie_S, Oct 2023

This was a great experience! Got to meet lots of fun people with similar passions for LOTR and the Hobbit. Our driver, Karthick, was great, and gave great information on the drive.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Kia Ora Stephanie, Thank you very much for this lovely review and recommending our services and we are very pleased that you had a wonderful experience and enjoyed the Banquet Experience at Hobbiton, a truly exceptional experience for every LOTR fan. Thank you so much sincerely for choosing ExperienceKart and we look forward to hosting you again!

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