Private tour - Hobbiton Movie Set Evening Banquet Return from Auckland
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable evening journey from Auckland to experience the Hobbiton Movie Set at its most magical. Travel in comfort with private transportation in a luxury Mercedes vehicle, including convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off for a seamless round-trip experience.
Arrive at Hobbiton as daylight begins to fade and join a guided group tour through the enchanting Shire at dusk. Wander past the charming Hobbit Holes and iconic filming locations while hearing fascinating stories about the making of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
Enjoy a complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at the legendary Green Dragon Inn before sitting down to a magnificent banquet feast inspired by traditional Hobbit fare. The tables are generously filled with delicious dishes, and in true Shire tradition, second helpings are encouraged.
Complete your evening surrounded by the magical atmosphere of Middle-earth before relaxing on your comfortable return journey to Auckland.
What's Included
- Dinner Magnificent banquet feast inspired by traditional Hobbit fare.
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- WiFi on board
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary drink at Green Dragon Inn.
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Please let us know where you want us to pick you up. We will arrange to pick you up & drop you off at your doorstep.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
- The Hobbiton is not Wheelchair due to uneven path but we can arrange a golf car to take you around (depends on availability).
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- Dinner. Magnificent banquet feast inspired by traditional Hobbit fare.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- WiFi on board.
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Complimentary drink at Green Dragon Inn.
- Professional Driver/Guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. 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.
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 Private tour - Hobbiton Movie Set Evening Banquet Return from Auckland is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private tour – Hobbiton Movie Set Evening Banquet Return 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
- DinnerMagnificent banquet feast inspired by traditional Hobbit fare.
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- WiFi on board
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary drink at Green Dragon Inn.
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
- The Hobbiton is not Wheelchair due to uneven path but we can arrange a golf car to take you around (depends on availability).
