Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
Enter the magical world of ‘the Shire’ on this small-group movie set tour to Hobbiton from Auckland. See where the The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed and pose for pictures in front of hobbit holes.
Visit the party tree, Green Dragon Inn and have your picture taken outside the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house. Explore inside a Hobbit home on BagShot row!
Afterward, enjoy a cider, ale or ginger beer in the Green Dragon Inn followed by sumptuous buffet lunch in the Party Marquee. This is a must-do tour for any The Lord of the Rings movie lovers!
No minimum numbers required!
Please note: This tour is limited to 13-15 people for the transport to and from Hobbiton but does join a larger group at Hobbiton.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This tour is not appropriate as a shore excursion - due to early departure times and risks of traffic on the return journey
This tour is limited to 13-15 people for the transport to and from Hobbiton but does join a larger group at Hobbiton.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Enjoy lunch - Buffet lunch in the Green Dragon Marquee
Knowledgeable local driver guide
A drink inside the famous Green Dragon Inn
Inner City Auckland Hotel Pickup + Drop-Off
Air-conditioned vehicle
NZ$10 Shopping Voucher For Use In The Hobbiton Gift Shop
Hobbiton Movie Set Entry & Tour
Morning tea and additional food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Auckland Central
Your tour starts when we pick you up from your Auckland central accommodation in one of our comfortable Mercedes Sprinters.
Waikato Region
One of our friendly, informative, and helpful guides will include a full commentary on the way to Hobbiton with insights into the beautiful farmland areas you are travelling through and background to the movie set you are visiting. On the way down to Hobbiton there is a brief stop at a local café in case you want to buy some local baking or a coffee (or as we like to call it a ‘second breakfast’).
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Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
460 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bush and Beach tours - Hobbiton
Richard S,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Chris, from Bush and Beach tours picked us up for the day on time and was an absolute pleasure throughout the experience. His knowledge of the local area and great personality really made our day. Thank you to the team. Hobbiton was amazing - scenery has to be seen to be believed. Highly recommend the marquee lunch too. Just amazing experience - five stars for sure!
Great tour!
Solaleh J,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide Damien was excellent! So kind and shared so many hidden gems about New Zealand it was great listening and learning from him. The tour picked us up and dropped us off from our airport which was very convenient. I highly recommend including the buffet on the tour it was so delicious and it was great sharing a meal in hobbiton.
Hobbiton
Charles P,
Apr 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00it was very interesting to see the film site used for the Hobbit village in Lord of the Rings, esp drinking a beer in the Green Dragon Inn.
Fabulous tour and great guide
Philippa S,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic day out. Damien was funny, informative about NZ and all things Peter Jackson and behind the scenes of filming. He was a great guide, we all felt like family by the end of the day! The Hobbiton experience was brilliant, especially the interactive holes. The area is picturesque and beautiful. A great buffet lunch and drink at the Green Dragon Inn. A must do experience and a fabulous day for the teenagers and I. Thank you!
Great tour, Hobbiton was extremely interesting a must see.
Thomas T,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a great tour. Even if you are not a Lord of the Rings fan Hobbiton is a fascinating place. The tour guide was outstanding. Very knowledgeable, friendly and informative. The lunch was better than expected. Exceeded every expectation.
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