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Costs quoted in currencies other than New Zealand dollars (NZ$) are based on todays exchange rate and are  subject to change. At the Hobbiton Movie Set, visit the home of Bilbo Baggins and peer inside other hobbit holes of the Shire—filming site of ‘The Hobbit’ and the ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogies. Experience More! Always interest-free. Settled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu beneath a soaring panorama of the Remarkables Mountain Range, this alpine town is surrounded by a plethora of historic, gastronomic and scenic wonders.Head down the Gibbston Valley wine trail to sample some of the region’s best Pinot or catch a ride on the 100 year old Steamship - the TSS Earnslaw -  to Walter Peak Station for dinner and a farm tour.

Watch behind-the-scenes interviews from Weta co-founders Sir Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor, Tania Rodger and Jamie Selkirk - and gain insight into the creativity and imagination that comes with crafting the art of Weta.Take a guided tour through the inner workings of Weta Workshop and learn about its processes and design elements.

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Your itinerary includes a drive along Ninety Mile Beach at Cape Reinga; enjoy an overnight stay near the bubbling hot springs of Rotorua; a visit to Waitomo Caves for a boat ride through Glowworm Grotto; and a Hobbiton Movie Set tour to see filming locations for ‘The Lord of the Rings.’ Listen to informative commentary on board.

Travel update: We’re doing our best to help keep you safe and your plans flexible. This Hobbiton tour also includes admission into the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves - an iconic regional highlight brimming with these illuminating natural marvels - as well as a morning snack and delicious picnic lunch that you'll be able to enjoy in these unique surrounds. Instant itinerary updates and changes are available and it's easy to keep in touch with us.
Your guide gives you a behind-the-scenes peek at places normally only visited by the film crews. The Bombay Hills mark the outer boundary of the greater Auckland area and its here you turn inland towards Matamata. This small group includes round-trip coach transport from your Auckland hotel and breakfast at the Green Dragon Inn.

This may take a few seconds... Something went wrong. In this 14 day Tour you will get to explore Hobbiton, have a pint in the Green Dragon, visit Mordor, kayak through the ‘Dwarves in Barrels’ location, try your hand at archery in Laketown and charge across the Pelennor fields. You can start and finish your tour in either Auckland or Rotorua, traveling one-way or round-trip. You can redeem those points for real cash value on things like skydiving, reef trips, hot air ballooning, wine tours and much more all over Australia and New Zealand! Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments, Day 13: Take a day tour to Paradise, located Mt Aspiring National Park, home to Beorn's house.

You’ll join a group while touring the Hobbiton Movie Set, located in Matamata, and learn about the filming process for “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies. This place is out of the world.

If your hotel is not listed, select an alternative hotel in close proximity and make your way to that hotel on the day of the tour. A visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set is a must for fans of the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' films. Blackwater rafting is also available upon request. We'll reserve your spot today, and you can cancel up to two days* before your experience without making a payment.

This is the real Middle Earth, and you'll see many locations used in the filming of The Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit - as well as visiting the actual set of Hobbiton.

JRR Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” movies were filmed in more than 150 locations across New Zealand. This time is yours to explore, but you might prefer to enjoy relaxing in your accommodation. The exit from the cave containing the troll hoard

Driving distance and time (approximate) for this leg: 283 kms / 176 miles : 3.5 hours. After lunch in Te Puia, head into the geothermal Te Whakarewarewa Valley where shooting geysers, bubbling mud pools and steaming hot springs await. You'll see the towering limestone cliffs, massive rock formations and primeval forest that make up the location for Staddle Farm and Trollshaws.

Take a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where you find the Green Dragon Inn, the Mill and the home of Bilbo Baggins from ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings.’ Enjoy lunch at Te Puia, home to Pohutu Geyser. Book Now.

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Went before with Experience Oz and was the most perfect thing, can’t wait to go again. Visit the ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie set on this small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland. Explore more of Queenstown before dropping your rental car at the airport depot and continuing your onward journey.

Continue your adventure as you arrive in the Tongariro National Park, the world’s 4th oldest wildlife park.

Stop in historic Cambridge, home to a host of cafes, antique stores and a large village green. The lunch is a Buffet and a delicious feast. To end your day, catch a cab to Ponsonby Road and sample some upmarket culinary delights.

Might not do it once again due to the travelling but who knows. Or perhaps take on a spot of Trout fishing (at an additional cost), in one of the world’s best locations before spending the night in a small town beside the Tongariro River.

Explore the Shire and Middle-Earth on this full-day Hobbiton and Rotorua tour from Auckland. Sign up to our newsletter and get special offers, inspiration and experience giveaways. Experience now. See for yourself the settings of scenes from Middle Earth like, the Shire, the Gardens of Isengard, the River Anduin, Helms Deep, Pelennor Battle Fields and much more.

On this 2-day coach tour from Auckland, you’ll experience ancient Maori traditions with a ‘hangi’ dinner, the filmmaking history of ‘The Lord of the Rings,’ a duck tour and a visit to the Agrodome. Experience your First Time with Experience Oz.

Experience Points rewards you with immediate savings on your next experience. Accommodation: CityLife Auckland, Day 2: Collect your rental car then explore Auckland and its surrounding suburbs.

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Popular: Booked by 2,105 travellers! Located a scenic two-hour drive from Auckland, in the bucolic hills of Matamata, Hobbiton was built on farmland that is now an extremely popular destination for fans of “The Lord of the Rings.” See Bilbo Baggins’ cozy hobbit home, hear stories of Middle-earth during the guided tour, stop into the Green Dragon Inn, and snap selfies on set.

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Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments Your final stop will be at Hobbiton, which is set in the idyllic location of Matamata, where you’ll experience iconic views of the distant landscapes lined with sheep and farm life, and in the distance to the East is where the Kaimi Ranges reside. It is a 2 and 1/2 hour ride to the Hobbiton Movie Set from Auckland city, but you will not be disappointed or bored because of the views and the bus driver commentary. Then head for Hunua Falls in Hunua Ranges Regional Park, a spectacular cascade formed as the Wairoa River courses through an ancient volcano. If eating is your thing, drive an hour out of town to Martinborough and experience some of the region's best food and wine. Plan to take most of the day for this drive. Today you'll head towards the coast to arrive in Waitomo.

Journeying down the Beautiful Pelorus River you'll see actual filming locations including the rocks where Bilbo Baggins stood, the place where the dwarfs exited the barrels and the exact location where Kili was shot. The Orcs and Wargs attacking, Your email address will not be published. Pay later. I took my girlfriend because she is the biggest lord of the rings fan so going again will be really good and special for her, can’t wait. Save your favorites. Contact our friendly customer support service.

Driving distance and time (approximate) for this leg: 8 kms / 5 miles : 0.2 hours, Day 11 - Lord of the Rings Great Forests Scenic Helicopter Flight with Heliworks. Many are on the South Island, but LOTR fans visiting Auckland can tour the lush Hobbiton movie set, alone or in combo with other top NZ sites. We’ll also take the chance to tie up the boat and let you walk amongst the ancient beech tree forests – an atmosphere you may recognize from The Lord of the Rings films. Pay your balance by the due date (the end of next month) and we'll waive the fee. As you arrive at Waitomo you will have 45 minutes to explore the depths of the Glowworm Caves. A 2½-hour drive will take you along the Waikato River.

Ride a boat through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to see these radiant lights. Embark the rapids to experience amazing views of some of New Zealand’s iconic thermal parks, and explore Rotorua’s world-famous volcanic landscapes. Enjoy a guided tour of Hobbiton — made famous in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ movies. Learn more about how we use cookies and how to change your cookie settings.

Having seen one of the best attractions for Middle-Earth fans, along with some of New Zealand’s most beautiful scenery,  your private Mercedes will transport you back to your Auckland accommodation.

Escape the city centre and cruise the sparkling waters of Auckland's Waitemata Harbour and learn about the most well-known city landmarks. Here are your options. Cover plenty of ground in one day by combining several North Island highlights: Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, and Rotorua. We're creating your account. Face masks required for guides in public areas, Social distancing enforced throughout experience.


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