Overview
This is a full-day adventure tour on our private luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's two most famous attractions in one day. Select the great value Hobbiton Movie Set tour, the award-winning attraction made famous by the popular Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies, where you'll see the intricately created Hobbit and float down a boat cruise on an underground river lit by twinkling glowworms.
These activities are subject to ticket availability, and we may suggest an alternative activity if there are unavailable tickets on the day of your tour.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Phone chargers onboard
- Driver, Fuel, Road Toll and parking charges included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hobbiton movie set entry tickets (subject to ticket availability)
- Waitomo Caves Glowworm Tours (subject to ticket availability)
- Meet and Greet at Airport/Wharf pickup
- Meals Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you up at your hotel and start the tour. Please be on time due to the long distance and the road traffic.
What To Expect
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Hobbiton Movie Set
4 hours Admission Ticket Included
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Auckland Central
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- Bottled water.
- WiFi on board.
- Phone chargers onboard.
- Driver, Fuel, Road Toll and parking charges included.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Hobbiton movie set entry tickets (subject to ticket availability).
- Waitomo Caves Glowworm Tours (subject to ticket availability).
- Meet and Greet at Airport/Wharf pickup.
- Meals. Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Guided Tours is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Guided Tours will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Phone chargers onboard
- Driver, Fuel, Road Toll and parking charges included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hobbiton movie set entry tickets (subject to ticket availability)
- Waitomo Caves Glowworm Tours (subject to ticket availability)
- Meet and Greet at Airport/Wharf pickup
- MealsMeals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
