Hobbiton & Waitomo: Middle Earth Adventure

Discover Middle Earth and glowworm magic in one day with a private tour from Auckland. Explore Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves seamlessly.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - Enjoy admission and a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set.

  • Receive a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

  • Waitomo Caves - Experience a guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, complete with a boat ride.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • All entry tickets & guided tours
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Save time with a combined Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves private tour! This adventure starts with a convenient pick-up from any downtown Auckland location. Begin with an engaging tour of Hobbiton, where a knowledgeable guide will lead you through the iconic movie set, sharing intriguing behind-the-scenes stories. Explore one of the famous Hobbit…

Location
Hobbiton Movie Set
501 Buckland Road, Matamata
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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_akka2606
Oct 1, 2025
Great time in Hobbiton and caves - Enjoyed my day trip to Hobbiton and caves with Dave. He is very knowledgeable, shared a lot of interesting facts about NZ and trip along the way. Highly recommend Auckland & Beyond tours as your guide.
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Jezikabee
Sep 26, 2025
Hobbiton tours - Raymond was a great tour guide. He was a great driver, got us there safely and back. He helped us with our tickets. Excellent service.
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Compass61768362732
Aug 16, 2025
All right. - The driver/guide, Andy, was punctual, careful on the road and very friendly. He had the answers to all our questions and we had a very good day.
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Seaside22285511871
Aug 8, 2025
Nice experience - Our tour guide Nancy was caring and she always share a lot about the Māori culture. Nice experience in the Hobbiton Movie Set although it was raining, the view was so beautiful.
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R4449kmchristinab
Jul 11, 2025
Loved the tour! - Loved the Hobbiton tour and the Waitomo Cave was really neat! Our guide was super informative about the area. I enjoy birdwatching and she pointed out different bird species and we even made a little stop at Kiwi House.
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U6558asfrancess
Feb 14, 2025
Once in a Lifetime Experience! - Wow wow wow! What an incredible experience! We absolutely loved this private tour to Hobbiton and the glow worm caves. Our tour guide Warren was the best! Not only did he impress us with his local knowledge, but he also kept us laughing and entertained as we drove to these amazing destinations. He was so great, we specifically requested him for another tour - the Rotorua Maori cultural and geothermal experience. We are so happy we chose Auckland & Beyond for our once in a lifetime trip to New Zealand.
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Sfcfj
Nov 30, 2023
It’s a long drive, but worth it. - We visited the Glow Worm Caves and Hobbiton with Auckland and Beyond’s Raymond. We enjoyed both visits. The caves were not large, compared to the Carlsbad Caverns, but were interesting to see. The best part for me was the quiet boat ride on the river in caves that were pitch black except for the glowing “worms” on the ceilings. If you are a fan of the Lord of the Rings movies and The Hobbit, the visit to the Shire is a must. The gardens are meticulously maintained so that every photograph of a Hobbit hole is perfect. Raymond, our driver, was excellent. He kept us on time, despite traffic issues, and was very well-informed on NZ and it’s history.
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Tina
Nov 4, 2023
Hobbiton and Glow Worm Cave - Amazing tour! Warren was a joy to have as our guide and driver. Had the best time at Hobbiton. It was more gorgeous than I had hoped. The landscaped was beautiful and well maintained. They are building a hobbit house you can go inside of… opens December 2023. The caves with the glow works were very cool. Wish the boat ride was longer but a super neat experience. The stops were well planned and the drive did not feel long. Highly recommend this tour.
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Traveler_frch
Nov 7, 2022
Amazing day, a must see near Auckland ! - Amazing Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves tour, I recommend it !! I really enjoyed this day with incredible landscapes and extraordinary experiences. Our guide Raymond was super nice, attentionnate and cultivated 🙂 We were back in Auckland around 5 pm, which allowed us to enjoy the rest of our afternoon / night back in the city.
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From $571
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).