Auckland · HOBBITON MOVIE SET TOURS FROM AUCKLAND

The 15 Best Hobbiton Tours from Auckland

50 tours  ·  from $161

Nobody walks into the film set on their own, so the only decision is which departure to buy. These 15 sort the coach runs, the small groups and the doubles that add Waitomo or Rotorua, with prices, pickup points and how long the day really runs.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch - The Green Dragon Inn and the included lunch
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

1.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,677 reviews · from $229Our pick

Leave Auckland at 6:30 am for Hobbiton’s movie set and Waitomo’s glowworm-lit caves. A local guide such as Liam, Shelley, Martin, or Matt handles the long drive, commentary, and timing. Expect a 12-hour day, a café lunch, a Green Dragon drink, and plenty of walking.

“An absolutely perfect schedule to see two of New Zealand’s most loved tourist attractions. Our guide Shelley made a gray weather day shine bright with her fun attitude and interesting anecdotes along the way. Highly recommend!!”

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch - The road from Auckland to Hobbiton
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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

2.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,505 reviews · 11 hours · from $221

Travel in a small group from central Auckland to Hobbiton and Waitomo. Walk through The Shire, enter Bagshot Row, enjoy a Green Dragon drink, eat a light Kiwi lunch, then glide beneath glowworms with guides such as Danny, Shelley, Stephen, or Nelson.

“Danny was the best tour guide ever! Extremely helpful, knowledgeble and caring for each and every traveller. It made my NZ experience unforgettable!”

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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch - Arriving at the movie set
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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch

3.Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,431 reviews · 8 hours · from $182

Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton with a GreatSights driver guide such as Rachel or Marty, then tour Bilbo Baggins’s Bagshot Row home, sip a drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and eat a generous buffet lunch. Expect a long but comfortable coach day with about 3 hours 45 minutes at the set.

“As a Hobbit/LOTR fan, and general fantasy lover, this was so magical! Bucket list moment. I Highly recommend as a trip to book. It’s been my highlight. Also lots of vegetarian options for the buffet lunch. Very filling wholesome food! 10/10”

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Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland - Arriving at the 12-acre Hobbiton set
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Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland

4.Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,380 reviews · from $183

Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton in a van with up to 15 people, guided by drivers such as Grant, Wyatt, or Geoff. Enjoy Waikato farm views, a 2.5-hour Hobbiton tour, a Green Dragon drink, snacks, and selected scenic stops before returning to Auckland.

“A great experience, and well worth the money even if you aren't into the lore. I found it fascinating. It rained the day we went and we were sopping wet but had an amazing time all the same.”

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland - The Waikato countryside on the way south
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

5.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,117 reviews · from $235

Leave Auckland at 6:00 a.m. for a full-day small-group trip to Hobbiton and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Expect a comfortable minivan, a two-and-a-half-hour Hobbiton visit, cave formations and glowworms, lunch in Otorohanga, scenic stops, and lively guides such as Timmy, Pearl, Simon, or Grant.

“I thought the Hobbiton tour might be cheesy, but they did a fantastic job with it! It really does transport you into the movies and make it feel like a real place. The fact that the whole layout of the village matches the movies was really cool. They also built actual hobbit homes that we were able to walk through, even though these weren’t featured in the movies. They still used the same movie designers to create them and the attention to detail was amazing! You will not regret the experience. The glow worms were cool too… looked like the night sky lit up with bluish stars. Ale was a…”

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch - The countryside drive to Matamata
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

6.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 796 reviews · from $271

Travel from Auckland by coach to Waitomo for a guided cave tour and silent boat ride beneath the glowworms, then continue to Hobbiton near Matamata. You’ll walk through the Shire, see the Mill and Green Dragon Inn, enjoy lunch and a drink, and return to Auckland after about 12 hours.

“This is a good day trip where 2 activities are combined - Waitamo Glow worms followed by Hobbitton set tour. Waitamo glow worms cave was a bit of letdown and we give only 3 out of 5 stars. The guide at the cave was trying to be funny and didn’t have much to talk. The glowworms are few in number and the entire cave experience is less than 30 minutes if you exclude the waiting time. The Hobbitton set tour was fantastic and is easily a 5 out of 5 star. If you are a fan of LOTR or Hobbit movies, this tour is worth every penny. You will be…”

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From Auckland: Waitomo & Hobbiton Bus Tour with Lunch - The Auckland to Waitomo ride
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From Auckland: Waitomo & Hobbiton Bus Tour with Lunch

7.Waitomo & Hobbiton Bus Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 789 reviews · 11h 30m · from $261

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo and Hobbiton by premium air-conditioned coach. A guide such as Rachel, Dave, or Kenny may add local stories along the way. You’ll take a cave boat beneath glowworms, enter Hobbit holes, visit the Green Dragon Inn, and receive a picnic lunch.

“Rachael was an amazing guide with lots of knowledge about the land and its history. Hilarious and insightful commentary for the drive made the journey to each activity go fast. Both the glow work caves and Hobbiton were delightful and the guides at each location were fantastic.”

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Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch - Hobbiton’s 12-acre movie set
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Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch

8.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 607 reviews · 13 hours · from $226

Travel from Auckland in a 16-seat minibus with guides such as Grant, Aled, or Timmy, then tour Hobbiton, stop at Lake Karapiro, enjoy lunch in Otorohanga, and float beneath Waitomo’s glowworms. It is a long but well-paced day for film fans and nature lovers.

“The Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves trip was absolutely fantastic; a perfect blend of fun and learning. It was definitely time well spent. A big shoutout to our guide, Aled, who made the experience even better with his knowledge of New Zealand and the places we visited. He kept us engaged throughout the journey, was incredibly friendly, and made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Thank you, Aled!”

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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland - Hobbiton: three hours in a built Middle-earth
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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

9.Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 556 reviews · from $279

Leave Auckland at 6:00 am for Hobbiton’s film set and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your small group travels by air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi, snacks, and commentary from guides such as Adil, Andy, Dave, Raymond, and John. Expect a full 11-hour day with lunch not included.

“Raymond was our tour guide, he was knowledgeable and professional. We learned a lot about New Zealand’s culture, economy and nature resources. Hobbiton town and glowworm are must visit attractions in the area. Highly recommended”

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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch - Arriving at a working sheep farm
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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

10.Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 488 reviews · from $254

Travel from central Auckland to Matamata in a small Mercedes Sprinter with a local guide such as Chris, Damien, Jason, or Michelle. Tour 44 Hobbit holes, visit Bag End, enjoy a Green Dragon drink, and eat a buffet lunch in the Party Marquee. The trip lasts about nine hours.

“Hobbiton is exactly as you expect as a movie set - only better. The location is beautiful and the staff excellent. Tons of people but they manage it so well you never feel you’re standing around wasting time.”

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From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Full-Day Trip - The minibus ride through Waikato
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From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Full-Day Trip

11.Hobbiton Movie Set Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 474 reviews · from $161Best value

Travel from Auckland in a 16-seat minibus with a friendly local guide such as Grant, Don, or John. Visit the 12-acre Hobbiton Movie Set, see 44 Hobbit Holes, hear film-making stories, and enjoy a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn.

“Grant. He didn’t stop caring for us and making sure we had everything we needed to have a good day! Give him a raise!”

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Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour - Hobbiton: the reason most people book
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Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

12.Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 458 reviews · 9 - 13 hours · from $256

Travel from Auckland through Waikato farmland to Hobbiton for a 2.5-hour guided visit, then see Rotorua highlights and Wai-O-Tapu’s colorful geothermal pools. Cheeky Kiwi guides such as Aled, Grant, Alfredo, and John add local stories, humor, snacks, and practical tips throughout the long day.

“I’d absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting equally delightful experiences in both Middle Earth and the real world. Our guide was super knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating.”

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Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu - Small Group Tour from Auckland - Walking into Hobbiton Movie Set
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Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu – Small Group Tour from Auckland

13.Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu – Small Group Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 450 reviews · from $266

Travel from Auckland in a small group of up to 15, with a guide such as Simon, Mike, or Alessandro sharing local stories along the way. Tour Hobbiton, enjoy a Green Dragon drink, then walk Wai-O-Tapu’s steaming pools, mud, and colorful craters before returning to Auckland.

“Our tour to Hobbiton and Rotorua was very enjoyable. The Hobbiton movie set was absolutely breath taking. It’s even prettier than the movie. Rotorua was also amazing with Mud pool and the very green Champagne lake. Our driver, Hanoz was very knowledgeable, well spoken, and paid attention to everyone on the shuttle. Highly recommended for once in a life time experience!”

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Hobbiton Movie Set day tour From Auckland - The 6am departure from Auckland
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Hobbiton Movie Set day tour From Auckland

14.Hobbiton Movie Set day tour From Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $204

Leave Auckland at 6am for a small-group trip to Hobbiton. Your driver-guide handles the long ride, while a Hobbiton guide leads the two-hour set visit. Walk among hobbit holes, see movie props, enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and return to Auckland the same day.

“This was a very organized tour with a competent and professional guide-driver. Using the app made booking, checking for info and getting tickets very easy. We were kept notified of when and where to meet at every location. While HobbitoRead more”

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From Auckland or Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Lunch - The Auckland or Rotorua pickup
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From Auckland or Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Lunch

15.From Auckland or Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 281 reviews · 11 - 13 hours · from $286

Travel in a small group of up to 12 with FlexiToursNZ to Hobbiton and Waitomo. Enjoy a guided movie-set walk, Green Dragon drink, buffet lunch, and a quiet boat ride beneath glowworms. Guides such as Peter, Michael, Chris, and Herms add local stories along the way.

“Absolutely amazing experience with great tourguide Cris with the C. :) Even tough we are big fans or any fans in fact of the LotR, we still enjoy Hobbiton so much, and the glowworms? Waaau ❤️”

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