Private Tour

Private Tour from Auckland Hobbiton Movie Set and Te Puia Magic

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

This private tour combines two of New Zealand’s iconic destinations in one day. Leave Auckland behind as you travel through countryside with your driver guide, enjoying comfort and stories. The journey blends cinematic magic with geothermal power and cultural depth, creating a mix of fantasy and discovery.

At Hobbiton, stroll among hobbit holes, gardens, and the Mill, as if you have stepped into Middle earth. Guided stories share filming secrets, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn adds to the charm of the Shire.

Pause for a quick lunch before continuing to Te Puia, the geothermal heart of Rotorua. See the Pōhutu Geyser, explore mud pools, and visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre. The tour also brings Māori traditions to life through carving, weaving, and storytelling.

Together, Hobbiton and Te Puia create a day where film, culture, and nature meet, with the option to finish in Auckland or be dropped off in Rotorua.

Note: Visits to Hobbiton and Te Puia are part of guided group tour.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Admission ticket to the Hobbiton Movie Set, including guided tour and Green Dragon Inn beverage.

Admission to Te Puia with guided group tour of geysers, mud pools, and cultural institute.

Light refreshments and a coffee with a Kiwi Style Pie

Option of concluding the tour in Rotorua with a convenient drop-off

Pick up & drop off from any hotels, airport or cruise port in Auckland

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

In person guide

Private transportation by luxury van

Breakfast

Dinner

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Auckland Central

Your journey begins with a private pick-up in Auckland. Relax in comfort as your guide sets the scene for a day that blends the magic of Hobbiton with the natural and cultural wonders of Rotorua’s Te Puia.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

As you leave the city behind, the road climbs over the Bombay Hills, a landmark gateway between Auckland and the Waikato. From the ridgeline, sweeping views open up to rolling farmland and countryside that hint at the rural heart of New Zealand. This scenic stretch sets a relaxing pace for the journey ahead, with your guide sharing stories of the region’s history and its role as the divide between the bustling city and the open landscapes beyond.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Tour from Auckland Hobbiton Movie Set and Te Puia Magic

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Day with John
Aloysies,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Kia ora John, Thank you for such an amazing day! We really enjoyed the tour to Hobbiton, Rotorua, and Te Puia, your humour, energy, and all those fun trivia facts about New Zealand made the trip so entertaining and memorable. We also loved your tip about the ice cream in Pokeno, it was the perfect way to end the day! Thanks for keeping the whole group laughing and making the journey such a fun experience from start to finish. Safe travels and hope our paths cross again one day!