Private Tour: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Cave Experience
Overview
Embark on a full-day adventure tour on our private luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's two most famous attractions in one day. Grab a great value Hobbiton Movie Set tour, the award-winning attraction made famous by the popular Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit and float down a boat cruise on an underground river lit by twinkling glowworms including a sumptuous BBQ buffet lunch.
What's Included
- Lunch Cafe style lunch or buffet lunch at the Hobbiton party marquee (subject to availability).
- Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Private transportation
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites inside the iconic Waitomo Glow-worm Caves
- Complimentary beverages at Green Dragon Inn
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics
- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of your tour guide
- Admission to 45 minutes guided tour of Waitomo Glow worm Caves
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently on a boat
- Complimentary pick up and drop off 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
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- Admission to a boat ride through the Glowworm grotto
- Admission to 2 hours guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- 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
Te Awamutu (Pass By)
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Hobbiton Movie Set
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour.
- 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.
- We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- We stay dry – the tour does not involve using a wet suit or abseiling or river rapids, it’s very easy.
- The tour takes place in the outdoors and cave temperatures are cool even in summer (10°C/50°F) so we do recommend bringing a jacket and comfortable walking shoes.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lunch. Cafe style lunch or buffet lunch at the Hobbiton party marquee (subject to availability).Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you.Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.Private transportation.Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites inside the iconic Waitomo Glow-worm Caves.Complimentary beverages at Green Dragon Inn.Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics.Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of your tour guide.Admission to 45 minutes guided tour of Waitomo Glow worm Caves.Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.Air-conditioned vehicle.Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently on a boat.Complimentary pick up and drop off 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.Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges.Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.Admission to a boat ride through the Glowworm grotto.Admission to 2 hours guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set.Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set. The following is NOT included: Breakfast.Dinner. Read more Apr 2025
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