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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch Image 1
Enjoy a buffet lunch in the Party Marquee
Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set
Have a drink in the Famous Green Dragon

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Overview

Enter the magical world of ‘the Shire’ on this small-group movie set tour to Hobbiton from Auckland. See where the The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed and pose for pictures in front of hobbit holes.
Visit the party tree, Green Dragon Inn and have your picture taken outside the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house. Explore inside a Hobbit home on BagShot row!

Afterward, enjoy a cider, ale or ginger beer in the Green Dragon Inn followed by sumptuous buffet lunch in the Party Marquee. This is a must-do tour for any The Lord of the Rings movie lovers!

Please note: This tour is limited to 13-15 people for the transport to and from Hobbiton but does join a larger group at Hobbiton.

What's Included

  • Enjoy lunch - Buffet lunch in the Green Dragon Marquee
  • A drink inside the famous Green Dragon Inn
  • Inner City Auckland Hotel Pickup + Drop-Off
  • Morning tea and additional food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

The above list does not include all pick up hotel locations - Pick up is included from most inner city Auckland accommodation - please advise where you are staying and we can give you a pick up time or meeting location. Pick up in the city is between 6.30-6.50am depending on your inner city Auckland hotel accommodation (we depart the city just before 7 to be able to be at Hobbiton on time)

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Corner Victoria and
Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

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 (Pass By)

Your tour starts when we pick you up from your Auckland central accommodation in one of our comfortable Mercedes Sprinters.
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Waikato Region (Pass By)

One of our friendly, informative, and helpful guides will include a full commentary on the way to Hobbiton with insights into the beautiful farmland areas you are travelling through and background to the movie set you are visiting. On the way down to Hobbiton there is a brief stop at a local café in case you want to buy some local baking or a coffee (or as we like to call it a ‘second breakfast’).
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Hobbiton Movie Set

At Hobbiton you travel down to the movie set and have one of the specialist Hobbiton guides take you on a walking tour around the 44 Hobbit holes. You will get to stand by the gate to Bilbo’s house ‘Bag End’ overlooking the Party Tree and the whole set to the hills in the distance.A highlight of the tour is the opportunity to go inside a Hobbit hole. This interactive part of the tour gives you the chance to explore inside a Hobbit home! For example – try out a hobbit sized bed, sit at the dining table and check out the amazing detail that has gone into this creation.*The tour at Hobbiton is with a larger group for the tour on set. The tour is 2 hours followed by time in the Green Dragon Inn & then buffet lunch at the Party Marquee
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Green Dragon Inn

At the end of your walking tour you cross the bridge by the mill to go into the Green Dragon Inn where you can enjoy a complimentary ale, cider or ginger beer before heading to lunch. Your lunch on this tour at Hobbiton is a sumptuous buffet feast in the themed Party Marquee next to the Green Dragon. Afterwards we’ll give you a $10 souvenir voucher to spend at the Hobbiton gift shopYou then return to Auckland (2 hours journey with a toilet stop)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour is not appropriate as a shore excursion - due to early departure times and risks of traffic on the return journey
  • This tour is limited to 13-15 people for the transport to and from Hobbiton but does join a larger group at Hobbiton.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 447 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Enjoy lunch - Buffet lunch in the Green Dragon Marquee.
  • A drink inside the famous Green Dragon Inn.
  • Inner City Auckland Hotel Pickup + Drop-Off.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • NZ$10 Shopping Voucher For Use In The Hobbiton Gift Shop.
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Entry & Tour.
  • Knowledgeable local driver guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Morning tea and additional food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Enjoy lunch - Buffet lunch in the Green Dragon Marquee
  • A drink inside the famous Green Dragon Inn
  • Inner City Auckland Hotel Pickup + Drop-Off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • NZ$10 Shopping Voucher For Use In The Hobbiton Gift Shop
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Entry & Tour
  • Knowledgeable local driver guide
  • Morning tea and additional food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour is not appropriate as a shore excursion - due to early departure times and risks of traffic on the return journey
  • This tour is limited to 13-15 people for the transport to and from Hobbiton but does join a larger group at Hobbiton.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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