Hobbiton Movie Set Group Tour Early Access (Avoid the crowds!)

Auckland, New Zealand

Hobbiton Movie Set Group Tour Transport and Tickets

7 to 8 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Movie fans will love this easy day tour from Auckland to Hobbiton, in Matamata. Avoid the hassle of self-driving and enjoy the views during the two-hour journey. You’ll arrive at Hobbiton early to beat the crowds and have more space. Learn all about the filming of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movies, including fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, on an in-depth two-hour guided tour.

Ideal for both avid fans and those who don’t know much about the movies
Return transfers from central Auckland accommodation are included
This is a must-do tour for visitors to the North Island
Includes snacks and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center.
Professional driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Snacks
Bottled water

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

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Start time

06:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Pickups are from selected hotels in Auckland City, Exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed by our reservations team.

What To Expect

Matamata (Pass By)

Auckland & Beyond Tours

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hobbiton Movie Set

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply)
The Hobbiton is not Wheelchair due to uneven path but we can arrange a golf car to take you around (depends on availability)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience 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.

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Beautiful Hobbiton

Lynn_W, Jan 2023

Beautiful beautiful scenery! Much more than I expected. So glad we went! A fairyland experience! Our driver Peter was excellent and informative. The Hobbiton was excellent

The effort to construct the movie set is truly impressive .

Danny_F, Jan 2023

It rained continually but Peter our driver turned it into a positive experience. He is a top notch fellow !