Overview
Embark on an unparalleled adventure with our bespoke chauffeur-guided tour to Hobbiton Movie Set, setting new standards in luxury and flexibility. Unlike conventional tours, we prioritize your preferences, allowing you to tailor your itinerary to suit your desires. Whether you opt for the iconic Movie Set tour or choose to explore Matamata at your leisure, the choice is entirely yours.
Experience the epitome of exclusivity as you journey in a private luxury European car, ensuring an intimate and personalized exploration of Waikato and Matamata. Bid adieu to crowded buses and shared experiences – this is your private escapade, curated to perfection. Revel in the convenience of seamless pickups from your preferred location, ensuring a stress-free and comfortable excursion from start to finish. Elevate your travel experience and create memories to last a lifetime with our unrivaled tour offering.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entry fee for the Hobbiton Movie Set must be paid directly on the location
Meeting and Pickup
Our driver's will arrive at the designated pickup location 10 minutes prior to departure. They will send an SMS to the provided contact number upon their arrival, which can be used to communicate for the day.
What To Expect
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Auckland
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Hobbiton Movie Set
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Matamata
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Auckland
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hobbiton Movie Tour at Waikato and Matamata?
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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).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Entry fee for the Hobbiton Movie Set must be paid directly on the location.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hobbiton Movie Tour at Waikato and Matamata is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hobbiton Movie Tour at Waikato and Matamata 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
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entry fee for the Hobbiton Movie Set must be paid directly on the location
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
