From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Guided Tour with Lunch

Visit two popular New Zealand attractions

Whether you are a movie buff, a nature enthusiast, or a family looking to get away for the day, this day tour might just be the right pick for you. Your journey starts with a pickup in Auckland. Enjoy the scenic views of the Kaimai range en route to Hobbiton. Once you reach there, you hop on a bus that will take you to the set. Get to see lush hills and the picturesque film set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Once you reach the destination, your Hobbiton guide will take you through famous sites like Bag End, the Party Tree, and the Green Dragon Inn, each crafted with meticulous detail to bring Tolkien's Shire to life. Walk into a hobbit home and see a fully stocked pantry or the cute furniture arranged in the living room before heading to the Green Dragon Inn where you enjoy a beverage from the Southfarthing Range, on the house.

Drift beneath a starry sky

After Hobbiton, the tour continues to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves where you will be guided through stunning stalagmites and stalactites. Sail on a boat into the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glowworms light up the dark caverns in a soft, blue-green bioluminescent effect, making the cave feel magical and serene. Listen to your Maori guide give fascinating insights into the formation of the caves, the life cycle of the glowworms, and the significance of the caves to Māori culture before heading back to Auckland.

From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Guided Tour with Lunch

Embark on an enchanting journey through Middle-earth’s cinematic magic and natural wonders, visiting Hobbiton movie set and the awe-inspiring Waitomo Caves. This meticulously crafted experience for explorers of fantasy realms, devotees of Tolkien lore, and seekers of breathtaking landscapes invites you to step into a world where imagination meets reality. As your minibus glides through the lush Waikato hills, live commentary brings the film sets and geological marvels to life, weaving tales of hobbits and ancient formations that have captivated audiences worldwide. Marvel at Bag End’s perfectly manicured gardens, whispering secrets of Bilbo Baggins’ adventures, while the illuminated glowworm caverns in Waitomo create a mesmerizing spectacle above your boat. This immersive day tour weaves cinematic enchantment with natural beauty, offering memorable encounters to forge lasting bonds between fans and the wonders they adore, understanding that these magical realms exist beyond the screen but are just as captivating in reality.

Visit Hobbiton Movie Set's Enchanted Landscape

Visit Hobbiton movie set during the tour’s highlight segment where you step into a meticulously recreated Shire village from the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series. Explore Bag End, home to Bilbo Baggins, with its ivy-covered walls and charming garden, reflecting his adventurous spirit. Higher up on the hill, observe the wealthier hobbits’ houses, their gardens more meticulously tended than those at the bottom, showcasing Tolkien’s intricate world-building details. With each house and structure crafted from scratch using period-appropriate materials, Hobbiton transports visitors to a bygone era of simple pleasures and grand adventures. Marvel at the attention to detail that brings Middle-earth to life, from the iconic Green Dragon Inn to the sprawling vegetable patches and charming hobbit holes, all set against a backdrop of rolling green hills and serene farmlands.

Marvel at Waitomo Caves' Bioluminescent Glowworms

Experience Waitomo Caves as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring natural wonders that have captivated explorers for centuries. Access these ancient limestone formations, shaped over millions of years by water and time, creating a labyrinthine network of cavernous chambers adorned with delicate stalactites and stalagmites. As you glide along in your boat through the silent darkness, millions of bioluminescent glowworms light up above, creating an ethereal sky of twinkling stars within the cave’s depths. The surreal beauty of this underground world is a testament to nature's ability to inspire awe and wonder, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the magical realm that exists beneath our feet.

Explore Hobbiton Movie Set and Its Behind-the-Scenes Secrets

Discover Hobbiton movie set representing the tour’s centerpiece where behind-the-scenes secrets come alive. Wander through the sprawling vegetable patches, marvel at the intricately designed gardens, and listen to your guide reveal how each house was constructed using materials sourced from local farms, bringing a sense of authenticity to every detail. Higher up on the hill, observe the wealthier hobbits’ houses with their well-tended gardens, reflecting their prosperity in contrast to the simpler abodes at the bottom of the hill. This immersive experience not only transports you into the heart of Middle-earth but also provides insight into the meticulous craftsmanship behind bringing J.R.R. Tolkien’s vision to life.

Access Waitomo Caves' Limestone Formations

Explore Waitomo Caves showcasing the tour's geological appeal where ancient limestone formations tell a story of millions of years in the making. Marvel at the intricate stalactites and stalagmites that rise from the ground to touch the ceiling, creating an enchanting network of cavernous chambers. The bioluminescent glowworms, which light up the cave walls with their ethereal lights, create a mesmerizing spectacle above your boat as you glide through the dark tunnels. This unique underground world invites visitors to step into a realm where time seems to stand still and nature’s beauty is on full display.

Tour Highlights

• Uncover Hobbiton's behind-the-scenes secrets, revealing how Tolkien's Shire came alive
• Marvel at the bioluminescent glowworms lighting up Waitomo Caves' dark tunnels spectacularly
• Navigate through Waitomo’s ancient limestone formations shaped over millions of years impressively
• Enjoy a comprehensive commentary on each site, enriching your understanding uniquely
• Savor an authentic New Zealand lunch included in the tour package comprehensively
• Experience round-trip hotel transfers ensuring comfort and ease throughout authentically

Embark for explorers of fantasy realms, delve into devotees of Tolkien lore, and wander seekers of natural wonders, this cinematic journey weaves enchantment with reality, offering memorable encounters to forge bonds between fans and the magical landscapes they adore. Like a tapestry woven with threads of imagination and history, each stop on this tour creates vivid imagery in your mind, painting a picture of Middle-earth that is both familiar yet infinitely captivating.