Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch
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Venture Beyond the Hobbit Door: Experience a fully themed Hobbit Hole Interior
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Enjoy an extended Hobbiton Movie Set experience with our increased tour length time to a 2.5 hour tour.
Complimentary Drink: Included in our tour will be a complimentary ale, stout, apple cider or non-alcoholic ginger beer.
Start Time: The start time of the tour with everyone picked up across the CBD is at 6:30am. The pickups occur in the preceding 25 minutes
Pickup included
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Enjoy an extended Hobbiton Movie Set experience with our increased tour length time to a 2.5 hour tour.
Complimentary Drink: Included in our tour will be a complimentary ale, stout, apple cider or non-alcoholic ginger beer.
Start Time: The start time of the tour with everyone picked up across the CBD is at 6:30am. The pickups occur in the preceding 25 minutes
Pickup included
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USD 236.65
Highlights
Join this tour to visit two of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves, in one easy day trip from Auckland. Our tour from 1 December 2023 will be the extended Hobbiton Experience (now 2.5 hours) where you can venture beyond the door to a fully themed Hobbit Hole interior. Immerse yourself in the interior with entry hall, bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining area, equipped bathroom, parlour and crackling fireplace. Be fascinated as the magical world of Hobbiton comes to life and take photos in front of your favourite places like the Hobbit Holes, the Shire and the Green Dragon Inn. Then journey to the World Famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and be captivated by the thousands of magical glowworms twinkling in the Grottos, the stalactites and stalagmites as you glide silently through the cave by boat. Marvel at the stunning scenery en route as we journey off the motorways into the real hinterland of New Zealand. All admission fees and cafe lunch included.
Itinerary
Auckland Central(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeAfter leaving Auckland you will travel south over the Bombay Hills as you get elevated panoramic views of the Waikato Region and travel across the scenic Hauraki Plains to Matamata, the home of Hobbiton Movie Set.Hobbiton Movie Set
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedBegin with a tour through the picturesque 1,250 acre sheep farm with spectacular views across the Kaimai Ranges. Your guide will escort you through the 10 acre site recounting fascinating details of how the Hobbiton Movie Set was created. Hobbit Holes, The Green Dragon Inn, The Mill and other structures can be viewed and you will see how this beautiful piece of Waikato farmland was transformed into the Shire from Middle-earth. Visit and explore inside the newly built fully themed Hobbit Hole on Bagshot Row. Complimentary specially brewed beverages are available at the Green Dragon Inn as you complete your tour. Afterwards, enjoy a very classic light “Kiwi” style lunch at the "Homestead" and get to share stories from Hobbiton and interact with your fellow travellers.Waitomo Glowworm Caves
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedYou will then travel to the mesmerizing Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Be amazed by the thousands of magical glowworms as you glide silently by boat in the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your guide on this 45-minute tour will likely be a descendant of the Maori Chief who originally explored the Caves and can share with you the remarkable history of the area. Walk through the majestic Cathedral Cave famous for its acoustics Your return trip to Auckland will then take you initially through some of New Zealand’s most beautiful countryside before following northwards the majestic Waikato River, the longest river in New Zealand, part of the way back to Auckland. You will pass Ngaruawahia, the home of the Maori King; Taupiri with its very sacred Maori burial ground. To complete that day, you will be taken back to your hotel in the Auckland CBD.
What's included
INCLUDED
Classic Light Kiwi café-style lunch
Small-group tour merges with the public at each attraction-All Hobbiton Hotel have 41 visitors
Hotel pickup/ drop-off from Downtown Auckland City ONLY. Closest other options if staying in suburbs
Complimentary Drink at the Green Dragon
Local taxes
Admission ticket: Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Local driver/guide
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks, unless specified
Customer reviews
Review summary
Powered by AIThe Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland is highly recommended for its breathtaking experiences and knowledgeable guides. Customers praise the scenic routes, informative tours, and the magical atmosphere of both attractions. Many highlight the tour guides, especially Mike, for their friendliness and expertise, making the trip memorable and enjoyable. Overall, it's a must-see experience in New Zealand, even for those not familiar with the movies.
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 14 people per booking (We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not Wheel-Suitable Friendly as these are walking tours
We can provide NZ Safety Approved Child Car Seats and Booster Seats. We do not provide strollers or infant back packs
We do not pick up from the suburbs of Auckland; only the Downtown CBD and 1 location in South Auckland for those staying near the airport-The Sebel Manukau Hotel, 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau
There is no photography allowed in the area of the Caves where the glowworms are as the glowworms react negatively to flashlight and will turn their lights off and they then take 2 hours to return to their full luminescence.
Tour leaves Auckland at 6:30am with everyone on board-the pickups occur across the CBD in the 25 minutes prior to that
Location
Address
145 Queen Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand 0627
Provider
Auckland Scenic Tours
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Well-organised, informative, and thoughtfully guided from start to finish Had a fantastic day on the Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland, made even better by the people guiding us along the way. Matt from Auckland Scenic Tours was excellent throughout the entire journey. He was extremely organised, very informative, and clearly experienced. Matt shared insights continuously along the drive and during stops, and most importantly, he genuinely looked out for the group — checking in on everyone, managing timing well, and ensuring the day ran smoothly from start to finish. At Hobbiton Movie Set, Sebastian was a fantastic guide within the studio itself. Knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate, he brought the set to life with behind-the-scenes stories and details that made the experience even more immersive and enjoyable. Overall, a very well-run tour with strong guiding throughout. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a seamless, informative, and memorable experience exploring Hobbiton and beyond.
Worth the money! Must go
Wonderful experience. MATT is a very experienced & knowledgeable driver & guide.
Auckland Hobbiton and Waitomo Cave
Auckland Hobbiton and Waitomo Cave