Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland
Overview
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13 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and the geothermal and Maori cultural wonders of Te Puia all in one day. This unforgettable combo tour takes you to two of the top tourist attractions in the North Island.
Highlights:
• Hobbiton & Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Te Puia Geothermal Park & Pohutu
• Maori Cultural Village and Arts School
• Rotorua City Highlights
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Our tours are led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in a modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can hire seats ($20NZD per seat) or you can provide your own
The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties - A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Auckland Central
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
Waikato Region
Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and a variety of farm animals along the way.
What‘s Included
Water available & snacks provided
Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
Entry Tickets
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Lunch - opportunities to purchase along the way.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Hobbiton & Rotorua inc Te Puia
Hobbiton & Rotorua (Te Puia): See two top attractions in one day. This options includes fully guided tours of Hobbiton and Te Puia Geothermal Park in Rotorua.
Pickup included
Reviews
205 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour!
Kaulai H,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was awesome the Hobbiton and Te Pua was beautiful. Our Driver Arie(apologies if spelled wrong), she was awesome. She explained everything and gave us the history of New Zealand.
Knowledgeable guide, beautiful landscape, unique movie insights, everything ran like clockwork!
Connector50278538356,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scenery was stunning, guide was lovely. Even mum who has never seen the movies thoroughly enjoyed this experience
Absolutely fantastic day,...
Doris,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic day, my friends and I had a fab day even though they had not seen the films or read the books. We also enjoyed learning about the Mouri culture.
Amazing tours with an fantastic guide.
N3270IGbrianr,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ari was a phenomenal tour guide, providing a ton of interesting information along the way, including a lot about Māori history and culture. The trip from Auckland was nice and relaxing, and Hobbiton and Rotorua didn't disappoint. The highlight of our Auckland trip.
We loved our day!
josianebX5337QG,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The driver was very nice and punctual, he was waiting for us outside our hotel at the indicated time. The journey to get there is long, but the bus is comfortable with air conditioning and the driver shows us interesting things on the road. Hobbiton is really a must do and the visit to Te Puia was beyond our expectations. The food at the restaurant on site was delicious.
Hobbiton Boomfa
N3349HWgaryd,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed our visit and was very impressed with the entire experience
Excellent guide and tour
I9163YRdanic,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect. I had a great day in the company of the whole group and our guide, Alessandro, who was very patient and very kind. He also knows a lot about the island and shared many very interesting facts with us. I would definitely book another tour with you again. 😊
Fun visit to Hobbiton and Te Puia.
scj82,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Just be aware it is a very long day but we thought it was worth it. Enjoyed the opportunity to see more of the North Island by visiting the Hobbiton movie set and Te Puia. Simon took us on a country road that other tours may not take which was beautiful. Simon was very attentive, informative and cheerful throughout the day.
Excellent
jiachenn2024,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks a lot to Vicky. Her tour guide is really nice.
Don't hesitate to book!!!
evanlM5268XC,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour was just awesome and magical. I honestly can't believe how much we got to see and do all in one day. Our guide Simon was witty, friendly, positive, shared tons of good info and local tips, explained the plan clearly each step of the way, and even took great pictures for us. We were well fed and comfortable. I am sure it's a massive undertaking for the team to coordinate but they made sure everything was running like clockwork! Only thing is I could easily have spent a few extra hours at Te Puia, but then we would never have made it back haha.... it was perfect for the time I had, but if I had another day I'd maybe do Hobbiton and Waitomo together and then do the full day tour to Rotorua and experience more Maori culture and food. Next time! Also, I have to say that if you look closely at everything you get in a tour, I think it's a great value for money. Especially great for solo travelers, folks who aren't renting a car, and anyone who would be grateful to have the unfun, complicated, logistical part of sightseeing taken out of the picture so you can just enjoy the adventure!
From NZ$429.00
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