From Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua, & Te Puia Guided Tour

Your journey begins with a convenient return transfer from Auckland to Hobbiton, where you’ll board a Hobbiton bus for a fully guided 2.5-hour tour. Wander around the 12-acre movie set, home to 44 hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn and stunning gardens. Along the way, your guide will share behind-the-scenes stories and secrets from the film, bringing the magic of Middle-earth to life.

Next, you’ll travel to Rotorua to visit Te Puia, where you’ll explore the geothermal park and see the spectacular Pohutu Geyser. This site also offers an in-depth look at Māori culture through traditional architecture, performances and workshops at the National School of Māori Arts. Keep an eye out for the elusive kiwi bird at the lookout.

The day continues with a guided driving tour of Rotorua's main sites including Lake Rotorua, Government Gardens and the Blue Baths. This tour offers a balanced mix of cultural immersion and natural beauty, with water and snacks provided to keep you refreshed throughout the day.

From Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua, & Te Puia Guided Tour

Crafting a day of enchantment for visitors, this tour embarks on an immersive journey through the cinematic landscapes of Middle-earth and the geothermal wonders of New Zealand's heartland. Visitors are whisked away to explore Hobbiton, where they can stroll through the idyllic green hills dotted with hobbit holes, each one crafted with meticulous detail down to the last wooden door. At Te Puia, a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural spectacle awaits, offering glimpses into the traditional arts of Māori culture and the awe-inspiring forces of nature at play within the geothermal landscape. Did you know? The Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times daily, making it the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. This tour weaves a tapestry of fantasy and reality, offering memorable encounters to forge lasting connections while understanding that every step is part of a larger narrative woven through New Zealand's rich history.

Visiting Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours' Enchanted Greenery

Visit Hobbiton during the tour's highlight segment where visitors are immersed in the lush green hills and charming hobbit holes that brought Middle-earth to life on screen. Accessing this enchanting site, guests wander through the meticulously recreated set pieces such as Bag End and the Green Dragon Inn, discovering every nook and cranny filled with authentic props and costumes used during filming. The tour offers behind-the-scenes insights, allowing visitors to understand the intricate craftsmanship that went into bringing J.R.R. Tolkien’s vision to life. With a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn included in the package, guests can relish their time in this whimsical world crafted for fans of fantasy and devotees of cinematic magic.

Marveling At Pohutu Geyser's Geothermal Majesty

Experience Pohutu Geyser as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring Te Puia, where the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere stands tall amidst a landscape of bubbling mud pools and steaming vents. Access this site to witness the awe-inspiring eruption of the Pohutu Geyser, which shoots water up to 30 meters high, creating an unforgettable spectacle that captures both the power and beauty of geothermal forces at work. Within Te Puia’s grounds, visitors can also explore the National School of Māori Arts where traditional carving and weaving techniques are showcased by master artisans in vibrant cultural performances. This tour segment weaves a narrative of natural wonders with cultural heritage, offering explorers an immersive journey into New Zealand's diverse tapestry.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Hobbiton movie set behind-the-scenes spectacular
• Experience Pohutu Geyser erupting largest active geothermal wonder
• Explore Te Puia’s National School of Māori Arts impressively detailed crafts
• Discover bubbling mud pools and steaming vents captivatingly unique phenomena
• Include round-trip transfers from Auckland convenient seamless travel experience
• Enjoy complimentary drink at Green Dragon Inn included memorable touch

Sailing for explorers of Middle-earth, wanderers of cinematic magic, and seekers of geothermal splendor, this guided tour weaves a tale of fantasy and reality, crafting memories that shimmer like the misty morning dew over Hobbiton’s hills. As you traverse through enchanted greenery and gaze upon geysers reaching towards the sky, every step becomes part of an epic journey where dreams meet the earth.