From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set, Wai-O-Tapu, & Rotorua Small Group Guided Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set, Wai-O-Tapu, & Rotorua Small Group Guided Tour
Duration: Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience two legendary New Zealand experiences in one day with this guided small group tour starting from Auckland, featuring visits to Hobbiton Movie Set and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Your ticket includes a full-day journey complete with round-trip hotel transfers and an English-speaking guide who will lead you through the iconic Hobbiton village for a unique exploration of hobbit holes, gardens, and movie set locations. Additionally, enjoy complimentary refreshments at Green Dragon Inn while uncovering behind-the-scenes stories from The Lord of the Rings films.
Experience two legendary New Zealand experiences in one day with this guided small group tour starting from Auckland, featuring visits to Hobbiton Movie Set and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Your ticket includes a full-day journey complete with round-trip hotel transfers and an English-speaking guide who will lead you through the iconic Hobbiton village for a unique exploration of hobbit holes, gardens, and movie set locations. Additionally, enjoy complimentary refreshments at Green Dragon Inn while uncovering behind-the-scenes stories from The Lord of the Rings films.
A full-day adventure awaits with a guided tour from Auckland to New Zealand's natural wonders at Hobbiton and Wai-O-Tapu.
Discover behind-the-scenes stories about The Lord of the Rings films on a guided Shire tour, visiting hobbit holes, gardens, and the Green Dragon Inn at the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set.
Start a scenic drive through Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes featuring steaming vents, hot springs, and geothermal valleys as part of this enriching experience.
Witness Wai-O-Tapu's spectacular bubbling mud pools and colorful mineral terraces such as the Champagne Pool, along with the daily eruption spectacle at Lady Knox Geyser.
Full-day tour from Auckland to The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit movie set
Round-trip transfers between your hotel in Auckland and the destination
An English-speaking guide for an enhanced experience
Guided exploration at the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set
A scenic drive through Rotorua's picturesque landscapes
Enjoy a complimentary beverage during your stay at Green Dragon Inn
Admission to The Hobbit movie set, known as Hobbiton Movie Set
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Hobbiton house with blue door and vibrant flowers, lush greenery in Rotorua.
Your Experience at Hobbiton Movie Set & Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
This full-day tour from Auckland offers two iconic New Zealand experiences: a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set and an exploration of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Included are round-trip hotel transfers, guided by an English-speaking guide.
What to Expect at Each Location
Hobbiton Movie Set:
- Your tour includes a guided exploration of the Shire village, featuring hobbit holes and gardens set in the movie. Explore Middle-earth's cinematic history with trivia about The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
- At Green Dragon Inn, enjoy a complimentary beverage while learning behind-the-scenes stories from both films.
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland:
- Discover colorful geothermal landscapes at Wai-O-Tapu. Explore features like the Champagne Pool and Devil’s Bath, along with bubbling mud pools and steaming craters.
- Watch Lady Knox Geyser erupt daily—a highlight of your visit to this thermal park.
- The scenic walking trails offer easy paths with viewing points and informative panels about geothermal features.
Hobbiton Movie Set with hobbit holes and lush green hills reflected in a pond, near Auckland.
Hobbiton movie set with thatched cottages and lush green hills, part of Rotorua & Wai-O-Tapu tour from Auckland.
Hobbiton house with blue door and vibrant flowers, lush greenery in Rotorua.
Hobbiton Movie Set with hobbit holes and lush green hills reflected in a pond, near Auckland.
Hobbiton movie set with thatched cottages and lush green hills, part of Rotorua & Wai-O-Tapu tour from Auckland.
Hobbiton Movie Set with illuminated hobbit houses and lush green landscape in New Zealand.
What to bring
- Bring your own food if you have any special dietary requirements.
- Bring a charging cable, camera, sunscreen, and a hat or cap for your trip.
- Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?
Bring local currency for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
What's not allowed
- Keep in mind that bikes and surfboards are not allowed on this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- The Hobbiton movie set is wheelchair accessible. However, the lower end of the set is not accessible due to the narrow pathway.
Wai-O-Tapu geothermal park is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, USB charging ports
- Children below 7 years must be in a child safety seat as per the legal requirement in New Zealand. Guests can mention their need for a safety or booster seat during the booking process.
Guests are allowed to bring one large case and one carry-on bag per person. Guests will have to pay 40$ per item for additional luggage and must make the required arrangements with the operator before the day of the tour.
Green Dragon Inn interior with wooden bar and hanging mugs at Hobbiton movie set.
Mugs of ale with pie and cheese at Hobbiton Movie Set, New Zealand.
Hobbiton Movie Set with illuminated hobbit houses and lush green landscape in New Zealand.
Green Dragon Inn interior with wooden bar and hanging mugs at Hobbiton movie set.
Mugs of ale with pie and cheese at Hobbiton Movie Set, New Zealand.
Bring local currency for meals and souvenirs that aren't covered by the ticket to enhance your experience with extra treats along the way.
Pack a weather-ready kit including sunscreen and a hat or cap since New Zealand's weather can be unpredictable, ensuring you stay comfortable throughout the tour.
Bring any special dietary food items if needed, as meals are not included in your ticket to accommodate specific preferences during breaks on the trip.
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