Embark on a captivating day at 'Hobbiton,' the iconic filming location of the Lord of the Rings. Your adventure begins with a luxurious coach pick-up from your Auckland hotel, accompanied by engaging commentary from an English-speaking guide. Explore the enchanting Shire with a guided tour, featuring 44 hobbit holes, the Mill, the double arch bridge, the party tree, and the Green Dragon Inn. Capture memorable photos at Bilbo's house, Bag End, and revel in panoramic views of the entire set. Enjoy a delectable lunch box on the coach. Afterward, venture to the renowned Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a magical 45-minute guided tour through underground caverns, adorned with stalactites, stalagmites, and the mesmerizing Glowworm Grotto.
Why Visit
- Take a walk through the wonders of Middle-earth - the perfect tour for the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit fans
- Get to see 44 hobbit holes, the mill, the double arch bridge, and Green Dragon Inn
- Learn about the formation of stalactites, stalagmites, and other limestone structures over millions of years
- Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves for 45-minutes after a tasty lunch
- Knock on the door of Bag End and pretend that you are Gandalf the Grey!
What's included
- Admission to: Hobbiton Movie Set, Waitomo Glow-worm Caves
- Guided tour inside the attraction
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
- WiFi on board
- Lunch box enjoyed on the coach
- Spacious and scenic coach travel with commentary
What's Not Included
- Other personal expenses
- Multilingual audio guide
Additional information
The Hobbiton Movie Set is beginning The Shire’s Maintenance and Restoration project. The first stage of work is set to get underway from 01 June to September 2025 and will see major maintenance undertaken on one of the Hobbit Holes, not directly visited on the Hobbiton Movie Set Tour route as well as on the Party Field. During this period, construction and maintenance equipment and noise will be present. Tours will continue as normal but will take an alternate route around the construction zone, while being able to get a glimpse of the work that goes into keeping Hobbiton Movie Set as magical as it looked in the films.
Insider Tips:
- You can also visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves separately
- Enjoy more intimate service when traveling with a small group tour
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
What You Need to Know
Departure at 07:30: Please look for the GreatSights logo bus at your pick-up location
Please always refer to the pick-up time that is shown in the confirmation details of your voucher once it has been booked successfully.Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- The itinerary plan is for reference only - make sure to participate based on a pick-up time that is shown in the Confirmation Details of your voucher
What to wear
- Walking shoes
Accessibility
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Attraction information
- Please always refer to the pick-up time that is shown in the confirmation details of your voucher once it has been booked successfully, as the pick-up time varies seasonally
Hotel pick-up information
- Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance
- Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
- Coverage locations: Hotel pick up is available from selected hotels in the Auckland area
Other pick-up information
- **This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is possible**
- **Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount**
- Present your mobile voucher
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact Klook customer support