From Auckland: Hobbiton Small Group Guided Tour

4.9(60)8 hr 15 minEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +16Auckland, New Zealand

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The famed Shire right here in Waikato

There’s no better way to experience the iconic Middle-earth than with a day trip to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Start your journey from Auckland, passing New Zealand’s lush countryside and rivers before arriving at the world-famous set. Hop aboard a bus that takes you through the rolling hills and the Kaimai Range, offering stunning views as you approach the Shire. Once there, your guide will lead you through the charming hobbit holes and famous landmarks such as Bag End, home to Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, the Party Tree at the heart of the set, and the Mill by the rustic Double Arched Bridge. Throughout the tour, enjoy behind-the-scenes stories and fascinating insights into the making of the trilogy, bringing the magic of Tolkien’s world to life.

Enjoy a Hobbit-Style Drink at the Green Dragon Inn

Stop for a complimentary ginger beer, cider, or ale from the Southfarthing range at the cozy, hobbit-inspired Green Dragon Inn—an authentic Middle-earth experience—before heading back to Auckland.

Transport yourself into the heart of Tolkien’s Middle Earth with this guided day trip to the Hobbiton movie set.
Make stops at the intricate hobbit homes filled with colorful flowers, vibrant doors, hobbit-sized clothes and lush vegetable gardens.
Listen to your guide give you behind-the-scenes trivia and juicy tidbits about the set as you stroll past the Mill on the Double Arched bridge.
Upgrade to a private tour and enjoy a more relaxed visit to Hobbiton, with extra time to explore the sets.
Did you know? The set was named after the mountain behind the movie set, Mount Hobbit.

Full-day tour to Hobbiton Movie Set from Auckland
Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland
English-speaking tour guide
Shared or private guided tour of Hobbiton movie set (based on option selected)
Complimentary beverage at the Green Dragon Inn
AC minibus
Complimentary guidebook with the ticket with insider trivia

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Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?
Bring local currency for souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Keep in mind that chilly bins, boxes and bags carrying food and frozen goods, liquids/creams not carried in watertight containers, flammable liquids, explosives, hazardous substances, solvents, fuel, batteries (unless used in portable consumer electronic devices), weapons, illegal drugs or substances are not allowed on this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets are not allowed on this experience.
Photography is not allowed at Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.