Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Overview
Experience New Zealand's cinematic and natural wonders in one incredible day. Begin with a pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through the Waikato region, featuring stunning landscapes of rolling hills and mountains. The first stop is the Waitomo Caves, where a guided tour takes you deep underground to see breathtaking limestone formations, ending with a magical boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glowworms create a starry canopy. Then, continue to the Alexander Family Sheep Farm, the gateway to Hobbiton. Here, board the iconic green bus for a 2.5-hour guided tour of the famous movie set. Explore 44 hobbit holes, stroll through vibrant gardens, and discover behind-the-scenes stories from "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films, finishing with a refreshing drink at the Green Dragon Inn. This tour perfectly combines adventure, stunning scenery, and cinematic magic, making it a truly unique experience.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to a fully guided experience of the Hobbitton Movie Set
- Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
- Lunch Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own
Meeting and Pickup
- If your accommodation is not yet confirmed, we suggest selecting The SkyCity Hotel for now—you can update it later if needed! - We offer convenient pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option and meet us there. - Pick-ups start up to 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please be ready and waiting outside by then for a smooth start. - Pick-up locations are planned based on each tour and may vary by day. If there are any changes to your pick-up spot, please let us know in advance. - Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To keep the tour on schedule, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late arrivals. - As our hotel pickups operate from downtown CBD, guests located near the airport or South Auckland can be picked up from The Sebel, Auckland Manukau at 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104,
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Auckland Central
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves
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Waitomo District
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Hobbiton Movie Set
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Auckland
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Admission to a fully guided experience of the Hobbitton Movie Set.
- Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.
- Lunch. Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to a fully guided experience of the Hobbitton Movie Set
- Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
- LunchMeals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
