Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland
Overview
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13 hours
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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
190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It's worth the price tag
KaitKoof,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time with Alessandro as our guide! Hobbiton is worth the visit - a beautiful set and well-done guided tour. Mackenzie at Hobbiton kept us interested and kept the tour light hearted and interactive. We had terrible weather and her attitude never reflected it which helped our group. Pairing with a Cheeky Kiwi guide and trip is well worth the investment! The small group helps everyone enjoy the time without being overwhelmed. We especially liked our time at Te Puia with Rebecca as our guide. Being able to learn more about Māori culture and see how New Zealand continues to respect and incorporate it into daily life is incredible. The kiwi birds on site were luckily visible, which is a really cool experience since they're nocturnal.
Highly recommended
619julianac,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was extremely well organized and well lead by Liam who was good natured, informative and helpful without fail! We were unfailingly on time, and we had a number extra stops that only enhanced the journey.
We enjoyed it!
jenniferyoohyunl,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matt was a great guide - he told us lots of stories related to the history and scenery of New Zealand during the trip. The ride was super comfortable.
First time in Auckland!
gkpeoples32,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip. Simon did a great job as a tour guide, showing us Auckland and taking us to our points of destination. Much appreciated, Simon!
Amazing
Flynn S,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hobbiton Tour Such a magical experience! Hobbiton is absolutely beautiful and feels just like stepping into the movie. Te Puia An amazing cultural and geothermal experience. The geysers and Māori culture were fascinating and well presented. Thanks again to Jeoffey for the smooth drive and great guidance throughout the day. A truly memorable visit!
Ridiculously fun tour!
twinklesva,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You don’t have to be a Lord of the Rings nor Hobbit fan to love this tour. The Hobbiton Movie Set is spectacular! The care with which it was built and maintained is unbelievable. Whether you’ve seen none of the movies, one movie or all of them, it is such a fun place to spend a day, have a beer and enjoy the incredible landscape. The second half of our tour to Rotorua was equally as incredible. I could speak endlessly about how beautiful the area is with stunning geysers, flora, and fauna. But the opportunity to meet and chat with our Maori tour guides as we toured the Maori Arts & Crats Institute, helped to bring to life their history and culture. The region is worth an overnight stay if you're considering.
Fantastic day out in good company
Z8854TTsamuelr,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy journey to make and the agent runs it very smoothly. Hobitton is a must do, and then you can choose another activity (I went for the geiser). If you have a spare day and don't want to stay in Auckland, go book it!
Well-Organised Tour with Amazing Destination
B797CIginak,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience on the Hobbiton and Rotorua group tour. The schedule was well planned, transportation was comfortable, and the tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Hobbiton was a dream come true, and Rotorua offered incredible scenery and culture. Definitely worth it.
Great experience
galp969,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was great experience in the tour and with our guide! Interesting places to visit Length of visit was as expected and not too long
Hobbiton was awesome
april p,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Ale was wonderful and made sure everyone had a good time. The van was comfortable for the journey. We started at hobbiton which is where the hobbit and lord of the rings was filmed. The hobbit holes were great fun to see and we got to go into one of them and see it. The local guide Rob was very informative pointing out various areas where parts of the movie took place. I would watch the movie before visiting. After hobbiton we went to see the geothermal pools and the cultural center where you see talented carvers working on making wooden statues. The surrounding area we toured which is lovely. I would recommend.
From NZ$429.00
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