The Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Guided Tour from Auckland
Overview
Step into the magic of Middle-earth with early access to the Hobbiton Movie Set, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Shire before the main crowds arrive. Travel from your Auckland city hotel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle, taking in scenic views of the Waikato countryside and the Kaimai Ranges along the way.
Join a professionally guided small-group tour through one of New Zealand’s most famous filming locations, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Wander past the charming Hobbit Holes, The Mill, the Double Arched Bridge, and other iconic locations while hearing fascinating behind-the-scenes stories.
Complete your Hobbiton experience with a complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Relax on your return journey to Auckland with complimentary bottled water, light refreshments, and free Wi-Fi provided during your tour. A magical adventure filled with iconic sights, beautiful scenery, and lasting memories.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most Auckland CBD hotels
- All entry tickets & guided tours
- Professional Driver / Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hobbiton Movie Set
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
- 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 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most Auckland CBD hotels.
- All entry tickets & guided tours.
- Professional Driver / Guide.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 The Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Guided Tour from Auckland is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Guided Tour from Auckland 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
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most Auckland CBD hotels
- All entry tickets & guided tours
- Professional Driver / Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
- 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 20 travelers
