Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set & Hamilton Gardens Experience
Overview
Visit the world-renowned Hamilton Gardens and the Hobbiton Movie Set, all in one day on this luxury private tour from Auckland. Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the setting for The Shire that featured in Peter Jackson directed films, “The Lord of The Rings” where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit holes', the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, and so much more cinematic magic! And experience the journey of hidden stories, secret symbols, interesting snippets, and new insights into some of our most popular gardens with a café style lunch included.
What's Included
- Lunch Café Style lunch at Hamilton Gardens Café
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Private transportation
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland
- Discover the inside story and hidden meanings in each garden
- Uncover the magical beauty of Hamilton Gardens
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Admission to themed Hamilton Gardens on a self-guided audio tour
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
- WiFi on board
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Complimentary beverages at the Green Dragon Inn
- Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scenes secrets
- Admission to 2 hours Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Customs Street East
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Auckland Central
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bombay Hills (Pass By)
Robert Harris
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hobbiton Movie Set
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Hamilton Gardens
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Auckland Central
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- 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.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lunch. Café Style lunch at Hamilton Gardens Café.Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.Private transportation.Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland.Discover the inside story and hidden meanings in each garden.Uncover the magical beauty of Hamilton Gardens.Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.Air-conditioned vehicle.Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.Admission to themed Hamilton Gardens on a self-guided audio tour.Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set.Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.All Fees and Taxes.Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn.WiFi on board.Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus.A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour.Complimentary beverages at the Green Dragon Inn.Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming.Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges.Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scenes secrets.Admission to 2 hours Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour. The following is NOT included: Breakfast.Dinner. Read more Apr 2025
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Activity code: C-168163P62
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