Tours/Auckland/Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Arrive in Comfort and Style
Viator · Private tour

Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Arrive in Comfort and Style

5.0(32)Auckland1 hour
VIATOR5.0(27)TRIPADVISOR5.0(5)

Description

Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Tour. "We can pick you up from the port or from the cruise, wherever you prefer within the Auckland City. We can wait while you finish checking out from the Cruise or Hotel and help you plan your day accordingly and try our best so you can enjoy your activities and return to the cruise before it leaves." Enjoy the Famous Hobbiton Movie Set for a Guided Tour, followed by a trip to the Waitomo Caves. -Explore the Hobbiton Movie Set, where parts of The Lord of the Rings movies were filmed. Visitors walk through the green hills of the Shire, see Hobbit holes, Bag End, and the famous Party Tree. The tour finishes at the Green Dragon Inn, a traditional Hobbit-style pub where guests can enjoy a complimentary drink -Take a boat ride to the glowworm grotto to see thousands of glowworms twinkling in the darkness. Waitomo Caves offer a unique and magical experience, combining natural beauty and geology. Thanks for giving me a Pleasure to take you around

Tour Options

Hobbiton and Waitomo
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included180 min

Customers will see the Movie Set of Lords of Rings which is so beautiful with Guide

Admission not included120 min

Customers can see Glowworm during Glowworm caves tour by boat with Guide

Highlights

Bottled water
Tour Guide
1 packet of Chips

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Tour Guide
1 packet of Chips
Not included
Need to be paid by customers for Hobbiton Ticket at Entrance $130 each for Adult $65 each for Youth.
Tickets Need to be paid by Customers at Waitomo Caves entrance $81 for Each adult and $37 for child

Pickup Locations & Times

“We can pick you up from any preferred location within the city, such as hotels, the port, or cruise ship terminals.” Travelers will see a guide wearing a Black Shirt or Black T Shirt.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(32)

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Dawn_C
April 28, 2026
Magical beautiful

Amazing we had a fantastic guide Sunny. We had two excursions Sunny picked us up from our hotel had a snack for us . Picked up our tickets and walked us to the cave entrance . Hobbiton was Amazing 💕 our tour guide was super funny! Best 10 hour tour !

Operator response

Hi Charles, Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you had a great time. It was my pleasure to take care of everything and make your day enjoyable. Hope to see you again soon 😊 Thanks, Sunny

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emilymitchellhomes
April 19, 2026
Sunny was great, but why would this tour not include entrance tickets to the tour that we booked?

No tickets are included in this tour and caused a lot anxiety. Thanks to Sunny for being helpful and obtaining entrance tickets for both locations. Caverns with glowing worms not impressive since limited lighting down the steps hard for older individuals and was only a 15 minute at most boat ride…

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback—we appreciate you sharing your experience. We’re sorry the lack of included tickets caused anxiety as this is a Private so tickets are not included, but we’re glad Sunny could assist in securing them for you.. Thanks

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Lawrey_s
April 7, 2026
The entrance tickets to...

The entrance tickets to these places are not included in the tour price. Sunny, our guide did contact us in advance and was able to secure our tickets to one of the two tours. Although the second tour was not available, Sunny was able to provide another attraction that was just as great. Great tour!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re glad to hear you had a great experience. I always strives to go the extra mile—whether it’s helping secure tickets or arranging alternative attractions when needed. We truly appreciate your understanding and recommendation, and we hope to see you again on another tour soon!

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sureshbabu31
April 7, 2026
Waitomo & Hobbiton

It was really a wonderful experience and a memorable, Thanks to Sunny for making it He was very helpful from the day we booked until we completed the trip Infact we couldn't get the tickets for the attractions,he was kind enough to arrange the tickets Highly recommended

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure assisting you throughout your trip. I’m really glad I could help make your experience smooth and memorable. Your recommendation means a lot—hope to see you again soon! 😊

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Angela_L
March 18, 2026
Sunny went above and...

Sunny went above and beyond to make our experience great!! We had some plane delays and he managed to get us last second tickets for Hobbiton even though it said sold out online for that day:) He was a great driver, very kind, and had a comfortable and clean car. It was a private tour so we didn't feel rushed at any place and could take breaks for stretching our legs or the bathroom. I highly recommend booking with him it was such a wonderful day!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! 😊 I’m really glad I could help make your day special despite the delays. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and I’m happy you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you again on your next visit! 🚗✨

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Julie_B
March 2, 2026
Bright and “Sunny” experience❤️❤️

This was an amazing adventure with Sunny (our driver). We were on time to both places and when time allowed Sunny took us to see some off the beaten path gems! He also found us last minute tickets when ours were cancelled by another company!! I cannot speak highly enough about our experience. Sunny was very knowledgeable about New Zealand and he was very easy to talk to😊

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful words! 😊 It truly means a lot to me that you had such an amazing adventure. I’m really glad we made it on time and that you enjoyed the hidden gems along the way! I was happy to help sort out the last-minute tickets — everything worked out perfectly in the end 🙌 It was a pleasure spending the day with you both. Thank you again for your kind recommendation, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Fiji!! Thanks Sunny

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Jay_P
February 27, 2026
Outstanding day trip

My partner and I had an excellent day visiting the glow worm caves and Hobbiton. Both activities were certainly enjoyable. Our driver Sunny was amazing. I had trouble securing tickets so Sunny arranged them for us! Also he suggested going early to Hobbiton to see if we could get an earlier tour which worked in our favour. If you’re looking for a private tour, I’d recommend Sunny.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback 😊 I’m really glad you both had an excellent day at the glow worm caves and Hobbiton. It was my pleasure to arrange the tickets and help make the day smooth and stress-free for you. I’m also happy the earlier Hobbiton tour worked out in your favour — sometimes a little flexibility makes all the difference! Thank you for recommending me for private tours. It truly means a lot. Wishing you both many more amazing adventures ahead, and I hope to see you again in New Zealand someday! Warm regards, Sunny

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Prerna_M
February 21, 2026
Sunny was amazing travel...

Sunny was amazing travel guide. Had a great time touring with him. He took us to hidden gems around there and we're worth seeing which we would have otherwise missed them. Would highly recommend him.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 It was truly a pleasure showing you around and sharing some of the hidden gems with you. I’m so glad you enjoyed the experience and had a great time. Your recommendation means a lot to me! Wishing you safe travels and hope to see you again someday. Warm regards, Sunny

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Lorna_F
February 20, 2026
Sunny went above and beyond!

Our guide Sunny went above and beyond to make our visit great! We appreciate his thoughtful attention to detail. We strongly recommend him and this tour.

Operator response

Hi Guys, Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation 😊 It truly means a lot to hear that you appreciated the attention to detail and the effort put into making your visit special. I always do my best to ensure my guests have a smooth, enjoyable, and memorable experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so grateful for your support. Wishing you all the best on your future travels! Warm regards, Sunny

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deacon1957
February 16, 2026
Our guide saved the day

Due to travel issues we had to shift our plans around. We found this site and booked it late. The site said admission tickets weren’t provided but we assumed we could just buy them at the entrance. We were wrong. When we arrived in Auckland, our guide Sunny, called us to see if we have tickets. He was concerned when we told him no because it’s the busy season and they sell out. He said he would do what he could but it might not be available. After a long day of stress about the tickets and several calls to/from Sunny with no tickets, he called us at 6:00 with the great news that he had the tickets. The next day, he picked us up at our hotel, very comfortable ride to the Hobbiton site and a great day there. He then drove us directly to our cruise ship. Because of Sunny, we got to experience one of the top things we had planned for the trip. He went above and beyond and saved the day. Great job!

Operator response

Hi Guys Thank you so much for your kind words 😊 I’m really glad we were able to secure the Hobbiton tickets and make your visit happen. I know how stressful it was, especially during the busy season, so I’m happy everything worked out in the end. It was a pleasure driving you and helping you experience one of the highlights of your trip. Wishing you safe and happy travels ahead! Warm regards, Sunny

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