Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland.

Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on your Hobbiton Movie Set tour. You see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge and the Party Tree. At this stunning location you can take a photo at the gate to Bilbo’s house, “Bag End”. Finish with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn for a drink.

Following your drink, you will be treated to a sumptuous buffet lunch in the marquee & some time to shop before continuing on to Waitomo.

On arrival in Waitomo, join a 45 minute guided tour of the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm caves. Enjoy the delicate cave formations and be wowed in the Cathedral, before taking the iconic boat rode through the glow worm grotto (subject to water levels). Marvel in silence at thousands of magical glow worms.

Return to Auckland in the early evening.

*tours at both Hobbiton and Waitomo join larger groups*

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable outdoor clothing

Pick up and drop off from inner city Auckland accommodation included

Please reconfirm your pick up time 24 hours before the tours departure

Please note the tours at Hobbiton and Waitomo are walks - including stairs

Tour available for ages 5+ - not suitable for infants

Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Shopping voucher at Hobbiton Gift Shop

Inner City Auckland Hotel Pickup + Drop-Off

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Admission to Hobbiton Movie Set & tour

Air-conditioned vehicle

Admission to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Buffet Lunch in Green Dragon Marquee

Gratuities

What To Expect

Taupiri

Enjoy a quick stop on your journey to Hobbiton to grab a coffee and use the toilets if needed (cafe may differ depending on day)

20 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Hobbiton Movie Set

Enjoy a group tour of Hobbiton Movie Set before a drink in the Green Dragon. You will then enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Party Marquee and time for shopping. (Tour around the set at Hobbiton is 2 hours before time in the Green Dragon & lunch).

3 hours•Admission Included

Options

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Pickup included

Reviews

4.96

200 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

193

Great Day in NZ
Steve J,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Loved the tour guide. Loved the tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set and the buffet lunch after..... and the Glow Worms are real.... highly recommend!!
Amazing experience
lami T,
Apr 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The trip was so lovely. The guide is so lovely. He shared so much knowledge about all auckland. He is very enthusiastic about his job. I dont think the cave was worth maybe because i have seen many more beautiful caves before. But habbiton is amazing specifically if u watches and like the movie
Hobbiton/Waitamo Caves
Amanda K,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We did the Hobbiton and Waitamo Caves small group tour out of Auckland and had the best time! We will definitely use Bush & Beach the next time we're on the North Island.
Be prepared for a lot of...
Benjamin E,
Mar 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Be prepared for a lot of drive time on this tour! While it was enjoyable to see more of the country outside of Auckland, it was definitely a long day. While not a die-hard LOTR fan, I did really enjoy the Hobbiton tour. Amazing what the set designers created and have been able to maintain! The tour company did a great job of gettting us on an earlier tour so that there weren't too many people walking around in front of us and the (quite delicious!) buffet lunch was not crowded yet when we arrived. But that earlier tour means a very early departure from AKL. The Waitamo Caves were interesting but a little underwhelming. Be aware that they don't allow photography or videography so you'll need to keep all the memories in your head! Our driver, Wayne, was a character and full of interesting facts from the region and Dad Jokes. He kept us moving, gave us bathroom/coffee breaks on the way down and back and explained everything really well. It was much appreciated!
Ask for Milton to be your driver!!
Steve S,
Mar 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Milton was excellent. Had a lot of knowledge he shared on the bus ride. Very considerate of all passengers. Made sure he knew everyone’s name