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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Trip

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    From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Trip

    Activity provider: Auckland and Beyond Limited

    From US$ 229.36 per person

    Visit 2 top attractions in a single day on a luxury tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves from Auckland. Travel in the comfort of luxury vehicle with an experienced guide.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
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    Covid-19 precautions
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    Duration 11 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English, Arabic
    Pickup included
    Pick-up possible from hotels located in the Central Business District (CBD) in Auckland. Pick-up can also be arranged from Auckland Airport or the cruise ship terminal on request, subject to availability. Please contact the local operator after booking to arrange.

    Experience

    Itinerary
    11 hours

    • Auckland

    • Hobbiton Movie Set (guided tour, walk)

    • Waitomo Glowworm Caves (guided tour, walk)

    • Auckland

    Pickup included
    Main stop
    Highlights
    • See where The Lord of the Rings was filmed at the Hobbiton Movie Set
    • Learn about glowworms at the Waitomo Glowworms Cave
    • Get stunning views of the Kaimai Range from the comfort of a luxury vehicle
    Full description
    Depart Auckland and embark on a scenic journey through the beautiful mountains of the Kaimai Range on a 2-hour drive to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Relax aboard a luxury Mercedes vehicle equipped with free Wi-Fi and complimentary snacks and water. On arrival, follow in the footsteps of your favorite Lord of the Rings characters on an official 2-hour guided tour of the 1,250-acre sheep farm where the movie was shot. Get amazing views of the Kaimai Range as you are led through the site to discover the Hobbit Holes, Old Mill and Double-Arched Bridge. Stop for a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn. Continue to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and learn about the amazing glowworms and the caves' historical and geological aspects on a guided boat ride. Sit back and relax, and enjoy the scenery on the return drive to Auckland, where you will get dropped off at your hotel on arrival. 
    Includes
    • Hotel pick-up and drop off
    • Transportation by luxury Mercedes van with Wi-Fi
    • Driver/guide
    • Tickets for a 2-hour guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set
    • Free drink at The Green Dragon Inn (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
    • Tickets for a 1-hour guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves (including boat ride)
    • Snacks, bottled water and soft drinks
    • Meals
    Covid-19 precautions

    You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

    Safety measures in place
    • All required protective equipment is provided
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
    Traveler requirements
    • You must fill out a travel information form

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    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Weather-appropriate clothing

    Not allowed

    • Drones
    • Photography inside

    Know before you go

    • The pick-up time is between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM, depending on your location, to be confirmed by the local operator after booking
    • The Hobbiton Movie Set tour is a fully guided walking tour. Sensible footwear is recommended
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.6 /5

    based on 36 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.8/5
    • Transportation
      4.7/5
    • Value for money
      4.4/5
    • Safety
      4.6/5

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    Hobbiton was well worth it and the guide for that was great! The driver was exceptional! The glow worm experience was good, liked the caves there, but, if you are traveling by car I would recommend driving yourself to save the money and the time. It is an all day excursion (12hours) with stops for food that were very good, but not included in the price. The glow worms are in other areas for free. You cannot take pictures in the caves so be prepared.

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    February 13, 2020

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    Kim – United States Verified booking

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    I was in Auckland last weekend with my wife and her parents. I initially booked a Korean tour (for my parents in-law's convenience) which was cancelled, and I was very lucky to get a last minute booking for this tour. To summarize, it was an amazing trip, not just for me but even for my parents in-law! Big thanks to our professional guide & driver David, who was eager to share his knowledge on New Zealand history and culture. His personal life stories were also very inspirational.

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    December 14, 2019

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    Joongkul – South Korea Verified booking

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    Very comfortable and more than just enough of a day trip

    This premium day tour was exactly what me and my toddler needed to visit Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves. The breathtaking, spacious and comfortable 2-hr drive to the country. I am more than satisfied with what I paid for. And most of all, our tour guide, Chris, was wonderful and very welcoming right from the start.

    April 29, 2019

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    Rosa – United States Verified booking

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