Hobbiton Express with Party Marquee Lunch

North Island

Bush and Beach

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Rustic wooden jetty beside the lake at Hobbiton Movie Set with the watermill and green hills in the background

Experiences

Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton

Family-friendly Tours

Small Group Tours

Day Tours

North Island

Start: Auckland

Finish: Auckland/Rotorua

Location: Auckland

Duration: 1 day

Travel Time: 9 hours

Details

A Magical Day at Hobbiton Movie Set

Your journey begins with a comfortable pick-up in Auckland, where your guide shares stories of the countryside along the way. A café stop allows for a ‘second breakfast’ before arriving at Hobbiton, where the magic of Middle-earth unfolds. Explore 44 charming Hobbit holes, stand at the gate of Bilbo’s house, and marvel at the Party Tree.

This fully guided tour reveals behind-the-scenes details from the films, giving you time to capture photos and soak in the enchanting setting. A highlight is stepping inside a Hobbit Hole, offering an intimate glimpse into Hobbit life. Every corner of the set feels like stepping straight into the world of The Lord of the Rings.

Feasting and Farewell in the Shire

Midday brings a hearty buffet lunch at the Party Marquee, a feast that captures the spirit of Hobbiton hospitality. Located beside the Green Dragon Inn, the marquee offers a welcoming space to relax and enjoy fresh seasonal dishes. Afterward, raise a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon to complete the experience.

Before heading back to Auckland, take time to browse the Hobbiton gift shop with your souvenir voucher. The return journey allows you to reflect on the day’s magical highlights, from the rolling hills of the Shire to the warmth of Hobbiton’s hospitality. This tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself in one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations.

Golden hour light over winding garden paths, lush greenery and Hobbit holes at the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata

Stone bridge and watermill next to lake on the Hobbiton Movie Set tour

A round green door set into a hillside with flowering plants and a stone path at the Hobbiton Movie Set

Visitors taking a photo outside Bag End with the famous round green Hobbit door

Iconic round doorway view from inside Bag End, looking out to misty hills and garden paths in Hobbiton, New Zealand

Couple posing for a photo outside a blue Hobbit door on the Hobbiton Movie Set tour

Hobbit hole with a blue door surrounded by wildflowers and greenery at Hobbiton Movie Set in bright sunshine

Guided tour group posing for a photo near a pond at Hobbiton Movie Set

Cosy interior of the Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton featuring a fireplace, timber beams and rustic Hobbit-style furniture

Arched wooden hallway inside a Bagshot Row Hobbit hole at Hobbiton Movie Set

Red round door opening into Bagshot Row Hobbit hole with rustic interior decor

Warm fireplace and rustic seating inside the Green Dragon Inn at the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, New Zealand

Hobbit kitchen and pantry inside Bagshot Row with shelves of food props and wooden décor

Buffet table with rustic dishes and decorations at Hobbiton Evening Banquet Feast

Buffet marquee at Hobbiton set with long tables, colourful bunting, and a full lunch service area

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Party Marquee
Step inside and explore an authentic Hobbit home
Admission and guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set
Sip on ale, cider, or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn
Receive a complimentary souvenir voucher
Relax with return transport from Auckland, complete with full commentary
Stay with your dedicated guide throughout the day, with no transport changes
Arrive early to the Hobbiton set to avoid the crowds
Convenient pick-up and drop-off from Auckland City

Note: Food and drinks at the morning and afternoon stops are at own cost

Important Information

Departure: 6.45am
Finish: 3.45pm
Minimum of 2 adults to run this tour.

Age Information

Adults: 15 years +
Child: 5-14 years
Infant: Under 5 years

Cancellation and Refund

More than 24 hours: Full refund*
Within 24 hours: No refund

Note: *Less any booking or credit card fees.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

Itinerary

Venture beyond the door at Bagshot Row and take a glimpse into the lives of a Hobbit family

This small group tour offers an easy day trip from Auckland to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in *The Lord of the Rings* and *The Hobbit* trilogies. The experience includes a fully guided tour of the set, where you can explore inside a Hobbit Hole and enjoy a delightful buffet lunch in the Party Marquee, located next to the Green Dragon Inn.

Your day starts with pick-up from your Auckland City accommodation, where our experienced guides provide full commentary throughout the journey, sharing insights into the scenic farmland and the movie set you’ll be visiting. There’s a brief stop at a local café for a snack or coffee—what we like to call a ‘second breakfast’—before arriving at Hobbiton. Once there, a specialist guide will lead you on a walking tour of the 44 Hobbit holes.

A highlight of the day is exploring inside a Hobbit home, where you can sit at a hobbit-sized table or try out a hobbit bed. You’ll also get the chance to stand at the gate of Bilbo’s house, Bag End, with views of the Party Tree and the entire set. Before your buffet lunch, enjoy a complimentary ale, cider, or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn. After lunch, you’ll receive a souvenir voucher to spend at the Hobbiton gift shop, and return to Auckland in the afternoon, well before the evening traffic. With over 12 years of experience, Bush and Beach ensure you have the best experience possible at Hobbiton.