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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Luxury Tour (incl. Lunch) From Auckland

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Overview

Embark on a full-day sightseeing luxury tour on our premium luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's most famous attraction. Grab a great value Hobbiton Movie Set tour including a Buffet Lunch at the Party Marquee, the award-winning attraction made famous by the popular Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit!

What's Included

  • Lunch Buffet Lunch at the Party Marquee
  • Alcoholic beverages Complimentary Hobbiton beverages at Green Dragon -Inn
  • Bottled water
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pickup passengers from selected hotels in Auckland CBD. If your hotel is not in this list, please choose the closest alternative pickup location. If you require assistance in choosing the closest alternative pickup location, please contact the operator in advance so that we can assist you.Please see below timings of your pickup based on your selected pickup location. Please make sure you are present at the pickup location 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time. We cannot hold the bus if you are late and no refunds will be provided to late or no-show passengers.Scheduled Pick-Up Timings[06:15 AM - Sofitel Auckland, Park Hyatt, Swiss Bel-Suites Victoria Park]; [06:20 AM - M Social, Hilton Auckland]; [06:25 AM - Mövenpick Hotel, Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments, Adina Apartment Hotel]; [06:30 AM - Pullman Auckland, JW Marriot, voco Auckland City Centre, Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, ibis Budget Auckland City Centre]; [06:35 AM - Crowne Plaza Auckland, SkyCity Hotel, The Grand By SkyCity, Heritage Auckland, Rydges Auckland]; [06:40 AM - Four Points By Sheraton Auckland, Grand Millennium Auckland, VR Auckland City Hobson Street]; [06:45 AM - Cordis Auckland, Mercure Auckland, Kiwi International, VR Queen Street Hotel & Suites]

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Customs Street East
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Start Time • Daily 6:45 AM • 6:45 AM

What To Expect

Auckland Central

We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bombay Hills (Pass By)

The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.
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Robert Harris

We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Walk into the real-world landscape of Middle Earth on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where you get a behind-the-scenes look at ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit.’ Pause at the Green Dragon™ Inn to for a draft of Hobbit™ Southfarthing™, see the remarkable detailing that brought Hobbiton™ to life on screen, and visit the places where key scenes were created. Look at Bag End, where Frodo and Bilbo’s adventures began, get lost among the hobbit holes and visit the Green Dragon Inn, the mill and the Party Tree. Listen to spell-binding tales of how Hobbiton came to be. Fall in love with the Alexander family sheep farm, just as acclaimed director Sir Peter Jackson did, as you journey through the unequivocal beauty of the land, with the mighty Kaimai Ranges towering in the distance.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Green Dragon Inn

Your guide will escort you around the set, showing the intricate details, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made and will lead you through one of two Hobbit Holes offering time to explore the detailed interiors, with each home designed to create an identical experience. Continue along the pathways past The Millhouse, the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary, exclusive beverage and your meal is served buffet style from a specially themed table, bursting with hobbit fare, with shared table seating to dine family style with your group to conclude your Middle-earth adventure.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Auckland Central

After an exhilarating fun-filled adventure experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
  • There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
  • We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Luxury Tour (incl. Lunch) From Auckland?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-168163P65

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What's Included

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  • LunchBuffet Lunch at the Party Marquee
  • Alcoholic beveragesComplimentary Hobbiton beverages at Green Dragon -Inn
  • Bottled water
  • Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.
  • Visit the world-famous iconic spotlights of New Zealand.
  • Refreshments and water onboard.
  • Complimentary beverages at Green Dragon Inn.
  • Fully guided return transfers from Auckland.
  • Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges.
  • Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.
  • Pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD.
  • WiFi on board
  • Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming.
  • Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
  • Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn.
  • Admission to 2.5 hours guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set.
  • Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set.
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The total duration of this trip is 9 hours and includes the travel time between different sites and the pickup and drop-off location.
  • Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
  • Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
  • There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
  • We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
  • Easy and good fitness level required.
  • This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
  • You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour 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.

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