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Make the most of your time in Auckland with a small-group tour to the magical and enchanting Hobbiton - Lord of the Rings Movie Set. Enjoy the trip of a lifetime to one of the most iconic New Zealand attractions in an idyllic location, all in just one day from Auckland.
See how this beautiful piece of farmland has been transformed into the Shire from Middle Earth.Our simply magical and enchanting tour takes place over 8 hours and with the insight of our highly knowledgeable local tour guide, it truly will be a day to remember. No trip to New Zealand’s North Island is complete without a visit to this iconic attraction, so don’t hesitate to book your trip with us as our tours fill up quickly! Take photos in front of your favourite places like the Hobbit Holes, The Mill and the Green Dragon Inn. Afterwards visit the Shire Store, which features an extensive selection of souvenirs to remind you of your visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our Tour starts at 6:30am heading south with everyone already picked up across the Auckland CBD and on board. The pickups, depending on location in the CBD of where you are staying, occur in the preceding 20-25 minutes.
We pick up from all centrally Located Auckland Hotels, BNBs, Backpacker Hotels in the Central Business District. Any of the following or others(not mentioned) in the Central Business District. We do not pick up from the suburbs of Auckland
We also have only 1 pick up location in South Auckland/Auckland Airport area which is the Sebel Manukau Hotel, 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau (approx 10 minutes from the airport)
Adina Apartment Hotel, 2 Tapora Street
Air BNBs- we pick up from most Downtown CBD BNBs (except those with parking/access issues)
Ascotia off Queen
Attic Backpackers, 31 Wellesley Street West
Auckland City Hotel, 157 Hobson Street
Auckland Harbour Suites, 16 Gore Street
Avani Metropolis
Backpackers-all CBD locations
Barclay Suites
Choice Backpackers, 10 Wellesley Street East
City Life
Copthorne, 150 Anzac Avenue
Cordis Hotel, 83 Symonds St
Crowne Plaza
Dilworth Building Apartments
Edit Hotel, 27-31 Victoria Street West (formerly President Hotel)
Empire Apartments
Fable Gallery Hotel, 58 Queen Street
Gamma Hotel
The Chancellor on Hobson, 1 Hobson Street
Grand Millennium
Haka House, 5 Turner Street
Haka House, 373 Karangahape Rd
Hilton Hotel on Princes Wharf
Hobson Lodge, 224 Hobson Street
Holiday Inn Express, Wyndham Street, Auckland CBD
Hotel De Bretts
Hotel Indigo, 53 St. Patrick's Square
Ibis City (Wyndham Street)
Imagine
Intercontinental Hotel on Quay Street (1 Queen Street)
Kiwi International, 411 Queen Street
Legacy Airedale Hotel, 380 Queen Street
Lylo, 54 Cook Street
Marriott Hotel, 22 Albert Street
Mercure Auckland, 500 Queen St
Metropolis (Avani Metropolis)
Movenpick, 8 Customs Street East
MSocial
Oaks Auckland Hotel, 40 Beach Road (formerly Nesuto Stadium Hotel)
Nesuto St. Martins, St. Martins Lane
Newton Lodge, 27 Cross Street
Park Hyatt, 99 Halsey Street
Princes Wharf Apartments
Pullman
Quadrant Hotel & Suites
Quest (all CBD locations)
Ramada Suites, 147 Victoria Street
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel
Rydges
Sebel Viaduct Harbour, 85 Customs Street West
Sebel Quay West, 8 Albert Street
Sebel Manukau, 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau-for those staying near the airport
Sky City Grand
Sky City Hotel
Sofitel
SO Hotel, cnr Customs Street and Gore Street
Star Park Apartments, 30B Swanson St
Star Queen Apartments, 438 Queen Street
Star Victoria Apartments, 64 Federal Street
Sudima, 63-67 Nelson Street
Swiss bel Suites, 206 Victoria Street West
Travelodge, 110 Packenham Street West, Wynyard Quarter
Voco Hotel, Wyndham Street
VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street
VR Queen Street, 401 Queen Street
Itinerary
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1Hobbiton Movie Set
Make the most of your time in Auckland with a small-group tour to the incredible Hobbiton – Lord of the Rings Movie Set. You will enjoy the trip of a lifetime to one of the most iconic New Zealand attractions in an magical and enchanting location. See how this beautiful piece of farmland has been transformed into the Shire from Middle Earth. Our amazing tour takes place over a full day and with the insight of our local tour guide, it truly will be a day to remember. No trip to New Zealand’s North Island is complete without a visit to this iconic attraction, so don’t hesitate to book your trip with us as our tours fill up quickly! Take photos in front of your favourite places like the Hobbit Holes, The Mill and the Green Dragon Inn. Afterwards visit the Shire Store, which features an extensive selection of souvenirs to remind you of your visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set Our Hobbiton Day Tour includes: Free pick up and drop off from all centrally located Auckland hotels Small group tours that can accommodate either a maximum of 14 people Relaxing, scenic drive to Matamata over the Bombay Hills and through the beautiful Hauraki Plains 2 hour tour of the Hobbiton movie set, including entrance fees Knowledgable local guide with outstanding knowledge of Hobbiton and the surrounding areas Plenty of time to explore Hobbit Holes, The Green Dragon Inn, The Mill and other amazing set structures Time to take great photos of the stunning surroundings A specially brewed drink from The Green Dragon Inn once the tour comes to an end The return trip will follow the amazing Waikato river and Taupiri Maori burial ground Drop off to your hotel in Auckland CBD
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
- We can provide NZ Safety Approved Child Ca Seats and Booster Seats. We do not provide strollers or infant back packs
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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