Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour from Auckland

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Auckland, New Zealand

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

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Overview

Discover the magical world of the Shire and enjoy a picnic lunch on this full-day Hobbiton tour. Journey from busy Auckland through the luscious scenery, mountains, and farmland of the Waikato countryside. Your passionate guide will share their knowledge along the way, with screen entertainment to bring stories to life. Enjoy secret stops, wildlife viewings and the Alexander family sheep farm before your guided tour of Hobbiton. Stroll alongside rolling hills, hobbit holes, and gardens and savor a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

Entertainment, snacks, USB charging and wifi are all available onboard
Family-friendly, with stroller access and infant seats available
This intimate small group tour will have a maximum of 16 travelers

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary Hotel pick up and drop off (specific central Auckland hotels only)
Entry and fully guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
Water available & snacks provided
Complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn
Fully Guided Small Group Tour

Lunch
Restroom on board
Children below 8 are required to travel in a booster/safety seat. Hire for NZ$20 or provide your own
Meeting at Hobbiton/nearby is prohibited. Guests must travel as part of our Cheeky Kiwi Travel tour

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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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 20 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.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Auckland (Pass By)

Waikato Region (Pass By)

Hobbiton Movie Set

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Auckland (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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.
Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties
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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Reviews

4.9

based on 27 reviews

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It’s quite a long...

Susan_F, Mar 2026

It’s quite a long journey/day. Hobbiton tour itself was great, beautiful place, very interesting, good tour guide.. Minibus ride was comfortable and driver was knowledgeable. It felt rushed as we didn’t really have time to have lunch and browse the gift shop. I felt a bit stressed as we were obviously partly rushing so someone could get back in time for his cruise ship departure.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Kia ora! Thanks for your feedback. I’m glad the Hobbiton tour and the driver made the experience enjoyable, and it’s great to hear you found the set beautiful and the guide informative. We completely understand how the timing for cruise passengers can make the day feel a bit rushed, and we really appreciate your thoughts about lunch and the gift shop—it’s something we’ll keep in mind as we plan future itineraries. We’d love to welcome you back for a more relaxed adventure in the future. Until then, safe travels and thanks again for choosing Cheeky Kiwi! Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

Well worth it!

Dascha_F, Jan 2026

This experience was phenomenal for any LORT fans as it exceeded our expectations. Our guide was fantastic and knowledgeable as well as courteous, highly recommended.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Kia ora, Thanks so much for the great feedback. Hobbiton really is something special, especially for LOTR fans, and it’s awesome to hear it exceeded your expectations. Glad the day felt well run and that the guide helped make it such a positive experience. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure if you’re ever back in Aotearoa. Ngā mihi, Cheeky Kiwi Travel 🚌🥝

If you are a fan of...

Amy_P, Mar 2025

If you are a fan of Hobbits and The Lord of the Rings this is a must. This was an easy way to get there and even had a nice surprise stop on the way back.

Perfect Day Out

Darcy_E, Feb 2025

We had a smooth, on time experience with Cheeky Kiwi. Grant, our driver, was very personable and full of information. We were always taken care of. The Hobbiton tour was fantastic- a great day out from Auckland.

Awesome tour of Hobbiton

James_D, Feb 2025

Awesome tour. Bus driver Jeff excellent. We arrived at Hobbiton and Met Taylor who was our ambassador to the Shire! Excellent tour. You will re-live your inner Hobbit. And end your visit at the Red Dragon with a complimentary pint!

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Kia ora! Thanks for sharing your awesome experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Jeoff and Taylor made your visit to Hobbiton so memorable. It's fantastic to know you felt like a true Hobbit during your time in the Shire! Ending the day with a pint at the Green Dragon is the perfect way to cap off the adventure. 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 🚌🥝