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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

4.9(674)Auckland1 hour
VIATOR4.8(182)TRIPADVISOR4.9(492)

Description

Visit two of New Zealand’s most iconic attractions in one unforgettable journey through movie magic and natural wonders. Begin at the Hobbiton Movie Set with a professionally guided 2.5-hour tour through the landscapes of the Shire, where The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies were brought to life. Wander past charming Hobbit Holes, step inside a beautifully designed Hobbit home, visit The Mill, Double Arched Bridge, and famous filming locations while hearing fascinating behind-the-scenes stories. Complete your Hobbiton experience with a complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink at the legendary Green Dragon Inn. Continue to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and journey through impressive limestone formations and underground chambers. Board a peaceful boat ride along the underground river and marvel at thousands of glowworms illuminating the darkness above. Complete your adventure with lasting memories of Middle-earth, underground wonders, and New Zealand’s natural beauty.

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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Itinerary

Admission included180 min

Walk around the Hobbiton Movie Set on a guided Tour where the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit films were made, Finish the trip with a stop at the Green Dragon for a beverage.

Admission included60 min

Walk through the Iconic Glow Worm caves on a guided Tour and see the spectacular formations, finish the tour with a boat ride through the Glowworm tunnels.

Highlights

Professional Driver / Guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
All entry tickets & guided tours
Air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most Auckland CBD hotels

What's included

Included
Professional Driver / Guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
All entry tickets & guided tours
Air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most Auckland CBD hotels
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply)
  • A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate

Reviews(674)

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Voyage45890406193
August 18, 2026
Great guide and amazing sights

Jon was a great guide and the tour itself was very convenient with hotel pickup and the sights were great.

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ColJulie
August 14, 2026
Fun family trip

We had a great tour. Adil was our guide and he worked hard all day to make sure we had a good time. He kept us on track and shared interesting facts throughout the day.

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Maps26758934851
August 13, 2026
Worth the wait

Tour guide was excellent! Adil was amazing and the trip itself was completely worth it.

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tanyatH5631GY
August 6, 2026
A Wonderful Hobbiton & Waitomo Experience

We had a great day on the Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves tour! Everything was well organized. They emailed us ahead of time to confirm our pickup, and Raymond arrived right on time. He was so knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting facts along the way. I'd definitely recommend this tour if you're visiting the area!

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Companion277378
August 1, 2026
Wonderful tour to Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves

We had a wonderful time during the Hobbiton/Waitomo Caves tour. The movie set and the glowworm caves were both amazing and the rolling hills landscape with sheep everywhere during our drive was breathtaking. We had plenty of time to walk around and enjoy both sites. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and informative. Overall, it was a great experience. Thank you for a wonderful day tour!

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Nicholas_Y
July 28, 2026
Well organised small...

Well organised small group tour. Picture perfect day at Hobbiton and great to have a glimpse of the glow worms. Highly recommended 👌

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Katie_B
July 27, 2026
Adil was our tour guide....

Adil was our tour guide. He was so awesome and super knowledgeable about everywhere we were going. Highly recommend!

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545devanc
July 26, 2026
Fantastic trip & guide

Raymond was a fantastic guide for our trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. He was very knowledgeable about each area and New Zealand overall which was great for us newbies to the area. Would highly recommend the trip!

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Odyssey26709949007
July 26, 2026
Adil is the goat

Adil was amazing! So many fun facts and tips for the tours! Safe drive and he made everything feel so special

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Safari34279103500
July 5, 2026
Big feet, small worms

Great time with Raymond, an absolute beast of a guide. He was super nice and very diplomatic when negotiating with the waitomo cave staff. Hobbits and glow worms are a natural pairing.

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