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Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch - One Way

12 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 12 reviews collected by City Sky Diving and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 92% of reviewers
92% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Rotorua, New Zealand
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from $291.02 per person

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Get a picture in a Hobbit hole
Delicious buffet lunch in the Party marquee included in price
Hobbiton Movie Set
Hobbiton Movie Set
Explore inside a Hobbit home on Bag Shot Row
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On average, this is booked 23 (0) days in advance.
7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Travel the short distance from Rotorua to Matamata, home of Hobbiton Movie Set.

Upon arriving at Hobbiton, meet your guide who takes you through this working sheep farm, a prime filming location for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movie series with incredible views overlooking the world’s biggest outdoor movie set.

Fans will love exploring the Shire, home to hobbit holes including Bilbo Baggins’s house. Stop for photos in front of the Mill, the party tree and the double-arch bridge as you’re entertained with tales about the making of the films. Explore inside a Hobbit home at BagShot Row.
Then head to the Green Dragon Inn for a complimentary cider, ale or ginger beer.

After your tour of Hobbiton, enjoy an included buffet lunch at The Party Marquee before your day trip ends with drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.

What's Included

  • Drink inside the Green Dragon Inn
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Hobbiton Movie Set entry and tour
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Pick up from selected inner city Rotorua accommodation included - please advise where you are staying and we can give you directions to the central meeting point or a pick up time.

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1167 Fenton Street
Rotorua 3007, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

90 Federal Street
Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Hobbiton Movie Set

This trip from Rotorua to Auckland includes the Hobbiton movie set tour 1 hour journey from Rotorua to Hobbiton). Departing from Rotorua at 8am, this is a wonderful way to get to Auckland and include a magical journey through Middle-earth to the Hobbiton Movie Set from “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” films.On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on your Hobbiton movie set tour. This location is the largest “green set” in the world and the only part of the set remaining in New Zealand. You see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge and the party tree. At this stunning location you can take a photo at the gate to Bilbo’s house, “Bag End”*please note from April to November 2023 there will be construction on set due to the Bagshot Row Development. This should not affect your tour too much apart from not seeing Samwise Gamgee’s home & a bit of construction noise. From 1st December 2023 the tour will be an additional 30 min to include the new Bag Shot Row experience.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

The Green Dragon Inn

The tour concludes with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn where you can enjoy a complimentary ale, cider or ginger beer.After a drink, enjoy a buffet lunch at the Green Dragon Marquee before continuing onto AucklandFollowing the Hobbiton tour, enjoy the sumptuous buffet lunch in the Party Marquee which is fit for a Hobbit.After lunch we drive north through lush Waikato dairy farms and over the Bombay Hills before arriving in Auckland at approximately 3.15pm. You will be transferred to your Auckland inner-city accommodation.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Auckland (pass by)

This tour finishes in Auckland and is a one way product. (2 hour journey from Hobbiton incl. a toilet stop)
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Minimum TWO adults required for this tour to run
  • The tour at Hobbiton joins a larger group with up to 35 people
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch – One Way?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3582P23

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch – One Way?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Drink inside the Green Dragon Inn.
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax).
  • Hobbiton Movie Set entry and tour.
  • NZ$10 Shopping voucher to be used in the Hobbiton Gift Shop.
  • Drop off at inner city Auckland accommodation.
  • Buffet lunch at Green Dragon Marquee.
  • Pick up from selected inner city Rotorua accomodation.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch - One Way is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Tour with Lunch – One Way will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Drink inside the Green Dragon Inn
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Hobbiton Movie Set entry and tour
  • NZ$10 Shopping voucher to be used in the Hobbiton Gift Shop
  • Drop off at inner city Auckland accommodation
  • Buffet lunch at Green Dragon Marquee
  • Pick up from selected inner city Rotorua accomodation
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Minimum TWO adults required for this tour to run
  • The tour at Hobbiton joins a larger group with up to 35 people
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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