Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland.Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on your Hobbiton Movie Set tour. This location is the largest “green set” in the world.
You see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge and the Party Tree. At this stunning location you can take a photo at the gate to Bilbo’s house, “Bag End”. Finish with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn for a drink.Following your drink, you will be treated to a sumptuous buffet lunch in the marquee & some time to shop before continuing on to Waitomo.On arrival in Waitomo, join a 45 minute guided tour of the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm caves.
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
FirePot Cafe
Enjoy a quick stop on your journey to Hobbiton to grab a coffee and use the toilets if needed (cafe may differ depending on day)
20 minutesHobbiton Movie Set
From 1st December 2023 the tour will be an additional 30 min to include the new Bag Shot Row experience. Prices will increase from 01 Dec to reflect the changes.
2 hoursThe Green Dragon Inn
Be sure to check out the guest book for some familiar names
15 minutesWaitomo Glowworm Caves
*please note - attraction does include some steps
45 minutesIncluded
- Buffet Lunch in Green Dragon Marquee
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Admission to Hobbiton Movie Set & tour
- Admission to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Shopping voucher at Hobbiton Gift Shop
- Carbon-zero certified vehicle and tour company
- Entry/Admission - Hobbiton Movie Set
- Entry/Admission - The Green Dragon Inn
- Entry/Admission - Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Not Included
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- This tour requires a minimum of TWO adults to run.
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable outdoor clothing
- Pick up and drop off from inner city Auckland accommodation included
- Please reconfirm your pick up time 24 hours before the tours departure
- Please note the tours at Hobbiton and Waitomo are walks - including stairs
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.