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Premium Hobbiton Small Group Day Tour from Auckland

By Cheeky Kiwi Travel
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$266 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Guided day tour of the magical 12-acre Hobbiton Film Set & Alexander Sheep Farm, famous from the Lord of the Rings films.

Highlights:
• Hobbiton & Bagshot Row
• Alexander Family Sheep Farm
• Green Dragon Inn
• Waikato Farming Region
• Surprise Stops

While the destination you will be visiting is truly spectacular, we believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey, and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complimentary refreshments, and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

This tour is led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Activity location
  • Hobbiton Movie Set
    • 501 Buckland Road, Matamata
    • 3472, Hinuera, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Hobbiton Movie Set
    • 501 Buckland Road, Matamata
    • 3472, Hinuera, New Zealand

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Day Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Hobbiton Film Set Tour: Hobbiton entry ticket, 2.5 hour guided tour, and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon (ID required)
Duration: 9 hours: Arrive back in Auckland approx 7pm. Not suitable for cruises departing before 9pm
Minibus : Transport in a modern, comfortable minibus from Auckland to Hobbiton, return.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$265.52 x 1 AdultAU$265.52
Total
Price is AU$265.52
Until Thu, 12 Mar

What's included, what's not

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    Water available & snacks provided
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    Hotel pick-up & drop-off (select hotels only)
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Fully guided small group tour
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    Live commentary on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks, unless specified
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    Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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    Service charge
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    Bathroom on board

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Meeting at Hobbiton or nearby is strictly prohibited. All guests must travel as part of our Cheeky Kiwi Travel group tour
  • If you are visiting off a cruise ship, please be aware we cannot guarantee to be back in time for a 6:30 - 8:30pm cruise departure
  • The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Meeting at Hobbiton is strictly prohibited. All guests must travel as part of our Cheeky Kiwi Travel group tour
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

Activity itinerary

Auckland Central (Pass by)
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
Waikato Region (Pass by)
Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and several farm animals along the way.
Hobbiton Movie Set
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Arriving at ‘Hobbiton’ you will board one of the big green Hobbiton buses for a two & a half hour fully guided tour of this amazing 12 acre film set with a professional Hobbiton guide to ensure you get the most out of your visit. During your tour step into the lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 hobbit holes, see amazing gardens, hear the secrets and stories about the making of the films, and enjoy a cold complimentary drink at the famous Hobbiton pub ‘The Green Dragon Inn’.
Auckland
  • 5m
Sadly we must start to head north again but your day is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland including surprise stops. Depending on weather and timing our guides love doing other surprise stops. Maybe a scenic stop near a lake or the chance to try New Zealand ice creams, we love introducing you to local wildlife and animals. You will have to jump on the tour to see where you go!

Location

Activity location
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    Hobbiton Movie Set
    • 501 Buckland Road, Matamata
    • 3472, Hinuera, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    • 501 Buckland Road, Matamata
    • 3472, Hinuera, New Zealand

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