Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland - Small Group

• After pickup  from your pre-arranged accommodation in central Auckland, join your friendly group tour and relax as you travel together through the rolling green countryside of the Waikato region — one of New Zealand’s most picturesque landscapes. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about the region’s history, farming traditions, and its connection to Middle-earth. It’s a scenic and social journey, giving you the chance to meet fellow travellers while enjoying beautiful views on the way to Hobbiton.
• Hobbiton Movie Set:  Admission included. Welcome to Hobbiton! Board one of the iconic green Hobbiton buses for a 2.5-hour fully guided adventure through this enchanting 12-acre movie set. Your professional guide will bring the magic of Middle-earth to life as you stroll through the lush pastures of the Shire, explore 44 charming hobbit holes, and admire the beautifully maintained gardens. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from the making of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Finish your journey with a complimentary cold drink at the legendary Green Dragon Inn — the perfect end to a truly magical experience.
• Auckland:  It’s time to make our way north again — but your adventure isn’t over yet! Enjoy a fully guided return journey to Auckland, complete with a few surprise stops along the way. Weather and timing permitting, your guide loves to add special detours — perhaps a scenic lakeside lookout, a taste of classic Kiwi ice cream, or a chance to meet some friendly local wildlife. You’ll just have to join the tour to discover what’s in store!

• Tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, round-trip from Auckland
• Guide’s commentary keeps you entertained along the way
• Includes snacks, USB charging points for your devices, and Wi-Fi

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.

• Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
• Entry ticket & fully guided tour - Hobbiton Movie Set (unless you booked the Transport Only option)
• Water available & snacks provided

• Gratuities
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
• Lunch (opportunities to purchase at own expense)