Day trip

From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Trip with Guided Tour

4.8  / 5113 reviews
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Day trip
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Trip with Guided Tour
4.8  / 5113 reviews

Experience the magic of the Shire on a tour from Auckland. Enjoy a hotel pickup, transport in a luxurious Mercedes van, and entry to the Hobbiton Movie Set with a guided tour.

About this activity

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Duration 8 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Arabic, French, Italian
Pickup included
Pick-up time is usually between 6 AM to 6:30 AM (subject to change) depending on the nearest pick-up point to your location. You will receive an email on the day before your tour departure with the exact pick-up location and time. We offer complimentary pick-ups and drop offs from any Auckland Central Accommodation.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Niranga Hemajith – New Zealand

Mr abel is great storyteller.had good time while travel to Auckland to matamata. Recommend.

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Niranga Hemajith – New Zealand
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Karapetyan – United States

Excellent tour guide. Great sense of humor, very informative and extremely helpful

K
Karapetyan – United States

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    Auckland CBD

  • Transfer

  • Hobbiton Movie Set

    Break time, Free time

  • Timeline stop icon

    Hobbiton Movie Set

    Guided tour, Walk

  • Transfer

  • Arrive back at:

    Auckland CBD

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience some of the best scenery New Zealand has to offer
  • Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set, New Zealand's top destination
  • Taste locally brewed cider or beer at The Green Dragon Inn

Full description

Travel in comfort in a luxury Mercedes van from Auckland to the famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Your trip begins with a pick-up at your preferred location in Auckland. Enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive into Waikato with stops for photos en route.  On arrival, spend 30-45 minutes at the official Hobbiton Gift Shop and have a chance to grab a drink or a bite at the famous Shire's Rest Café. Next, embark on a 2.5 hour guided tour of the 1,250-acre sheep farm with amazing views of the Kaimai Ranges. Your guide will then lead the way through the 12-acre site that’s home to Hobbit Holes, the Old Mill and the Double-Arched Bridge. Stop for a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn. At the end of the Hobbiton Movie Set visit, head back to Auckland along the scenic roads of Waikato, arriving at approximately 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off from select hotels in Auckland (the local partner will inform you)
  • Transportation by Mercedes Benz luxury van
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Scenic stop for photos
  • Tickets for a 2.5-hours guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Bottled water and light refreshments during the day
  • Free drink at The Green Dragon Inn (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
  • Lunch (available to purchase during stops)
  • Personal expenses, souvenirs, or optional activities or extras not mentioned
  • Guide tips (optional)

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Participants

Date

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Drones

Know before you go

  • Pick-up time is usually between 6 AM to 6:30 AM (subject to change) depending on the nearest pick-up point to your location. This will be confirmed by the local operator by email on the day before your tour departure.
  • The Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, ticket included, is a fully guided walking tour, sensible footwear is recommended.
  • Minimum of 4 participants is required for the tour to operate, in the event that this is not met you will be offered an alternate date or full refund
  • If you use a wheelchair or have limited walking ability, please request a golf car inside the Hobbiton (limited availability) - surfaces are uneven at the guided walking tour inside the movie set
  • A free drink, at The Green Dragon Inn is included
  • Lunch is not included but is available for purchase

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 113 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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Niranga Hemajith – New ZealandJuly 23, 2024  – Verified booking
Mr abel is great storyteller.had good time while travel to Auckland to matamata. Recommend.
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Karapetyan – United StatesMarch 10, 2024  – Verified booking
Excellent tour guide. Great sense of humor, very informative and extremely helpful
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GetYourGuide traveler November 28, 2023  – Verified booking
Our driver, Jason was amazing! Pick up was smooth. Lucky to have him on that day. It was an fantastic day. I watched The movie so many times and still love to go to hobbiton. It was beautiful scene.
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Product ID: 100836

Activity provider:Auckland and Beyond Limited

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