Hobbiton Film Set Day Tour from Auckland

North Island

Auckland And Beyond Tours

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Group of women taking a selfie outside Bag End with the green round door

Experiences

Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton

Family-friendly Tours

Small Group Tours

Day Tours

North Island

Start: Auckland

Duration: 1 day

Travel Time: 8 hours

Details

Step into the Shire on a Magical Day Trip from Auckland

Travel through the picturesque Waikato countryside on your way to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, where lush pastures and rolling hills set the stage for your adventure. A professional guide will lead you through 44 charming hobbit holes and colourful gardens while sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the films. Every step reveals another familiar scene, making it a dream come true for fans and film lovers alike.

After exploring the Shire, enjoy a complimentary drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn, a perfect way to soak up the magic of Middle-earth. Along the journey, you’ll have photo stops and the chance to spot local wildlife and farmland. With small groups and comfortable transport, this tour offers a relaxed, scenic escape from the city into the world of fantasy.

Pick up: 6am
Drop off: 2pm
Duration: 8 hours
Minimum: 2 adults

Entrance sign welcoming visitors to Hobbiton Movie Set, surrounded by green hills and gardens

Rustic fishing props by the lake with Hobbit Holes in the background

Couple dressed in Hobbit costumes taking a selfie in front of a round Hobbit door

Family standing by the lake admiring the view of Hobbit Holes at Hobbiton

Scenic view of Hobbiton Movie Set with hobbit holes, green hills, and colourful gardens

People enjoying drinks inside the cosy Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton Movie Set

Basket of fresh produce placed outside a colourful hobbit hole at Hobbiton Movie Set

Couple receiving a drink at the Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton Movie Set

Two visitors taking a selfie near the Hobbiton lake with Hobbit Holes in the background

Visitors exploring the interior of a Hobbit Hole kitchen on Bagshot Row

Woman entering a red-doored Hobbit Hole at Hobbiton Movie Set

Cosy armchairs and roaring fire inside the Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton

Couple taking a photo of Hobbit Holes on a grassy hillside at Hobbiton

Group of friends smiling and posing in the doorway of a Hobbit Hole

INCLUSIONS:

Auckland CBD pickup and drop-off
Snacks and water on board
Scenic photo stops
Admission and 2-hour guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set
Complimentary beer, ginger beer, or cider at The Green Dragon Inn

AGE INFORMATION:

Adults: 13 years and older.
Children: 3-12 years.
Infants: 0-2 years: free of charge if no seat required.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:

11 days or more prior to travel: Full refund**
7-10 days prior: 25% cancellation fee plus any booking fees and charges.
3-6 days prior: 50% cancellation fee plus any booking fees and charges.
Within 48 hours of travel: No refunds

Note: **Excludes credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.

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

Itinerary

Pick-up from Auckland CBD between 6:00 and 6:45 am (exact time confirmed prior to the tour)
Enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive south of Auckland through Waikato, with stops for scenic photos along the way
Refreshment break at the Shire’s Rest Cafe and time to browse the official Hobbiton Gift Shop (30-45 mins)
Begin the Hobbiton experience by boarding the Hobbiton Bus to Hobbit Village
Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, visiting the Hobbit Holes, The Mill, the Double Arched Bridge, and more
Walk inside a Hobbit Hole on Bagshot Row for an immersive experience of life in the Shire
Relax at the Green Dragon Inn with a complimentary drink (choose from Beer, Ginger Beer, or Cider)
Return to Auckland CBD via scenic Waikato roads