Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Overview
Available languages
11 hours
Mobile ticket
Visit two of the top destinations in New Zealand in one exciting day trip!
Experience the real Middle-earth in a 2.5 hour fully guided tour inside the Hobbiton Movie Set, take photo's inside The Hobbit Holes & taste the locally brewed cider or beer in The Green Dragon Inn.
We then head to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Marvel at Mother Nature's light display as you walk through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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 4 people is required for the tour to operate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center
Snacks
All entry tickets & guided tours
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hobbiton Movie Set
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.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
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.
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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
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Reviews
500 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
ashleighcE2561RR,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what a great day! Raymond was spectacular, his humour, knowledge and organisation couldn’t have been better. We had a great day and would definitely book again.
Highly recommend Auckland & Beyond Tours and Raymond as a superior guide. Great intro to New Zealand and Kiwi life.
Liz H,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raymond was an excellent guide and driver. Safe, timely and very pleasant. He told us when he works speak and filled us in prior to each stop with what to anticipate and helpful suggestions. Raymond speaks several languages, is courteous and insightful sharing cultural and local stories. We were so glad to have him as our guide.
Amazing experience. Tour guide is excellent.
joanamorryf,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing day visiting Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves! Pablo, our driver and guide, was fantastic. He is so professional, friendly, and on time. He shared great stories and made the trip really enjoyable from start to finish. He also took amazing photos for us and made sure we didn’t miss any highlights. As a bonus, he even took us on a short tour around Ōtorohanga so we could take a photo with the kiwi bird which is such a thoughtful touch that made the day even more special. Everything ran so smoothly, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Pablo, for an unforgettable experience
Great experience and nice tour guide
Navigate64772377145,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An enjoyable tour to the Hobbiton and Waitamo caves with our friendly and helpful guide, Jon ^^ Totally recommended for someone who are seeking for a hassle free trip~
Fantastic Tour
Staedie,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had such a fantastic day with Auckland & Beyond Tours exploring Hobbiton and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Jon was our guide and driver, and he really made the whole experience special for me. He was super friendly, told wonderful stories, and kept everything running smoothly.Hobbiton felt absolutely magical, and the glowworms were unlike anything I’ve ever seen. Jon made the trip so comfortable and enjoyable—he even shared lots of helpful little tips along the way. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend this tour, and a big thank you to Jon for an unforgettable day!
Immersifying through the Dark is Awesome!
Culture51821083471,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jon sense of humour is awesome! Enjoying this day trip with him, get to know some history about Auckland, great introductory! Chill and fun, glowing in the dark definitely kickstart my new week well, great booster!
Amazing experience with rich history!
Christopher G,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Warren was an amazing host and excellent tour guide! He shared a great amount of history during the drive, made sure we had water and snacks available, and made the whole experience amazing! Highly recommend to everyone
Hobbiton and Waitomo
Dawn1230,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just finished an excellent trip with Warren to Hobbiton and Waitomo! Despite heavier than usual traffic, Warren kept us entertained with a plethora of interesting stories. Hobbiton was adorable but the real winner was Waitomo - an absolute wonder and wish we could have spent twice the time there. Now we have something to come back for :-)
Hobbiton / Waitomo
Scenic17599315552,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raymond was friendly and funny on the tour. Highly recommended. Waitomo tour is not as it appears in the photos. Hobbiton was fine
Good
NorthStar34115405329,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good experience by Raymond. Wortb the price. Smmoth and effcicirnt trip. Helpful and friendly guide who took care of us.
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