Overview
Travel south after morning pickup from your Auckland hotel. En route to Hobbiton, enjoy a quick stretch break before arrival at the Hobbiton Movie Set.
Fans will love the guided tour of the Shire, a prime filming location for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movie series. Explore inside a Hobbit home on BagShot Row.
Stop for photos as you’re entertained with tales about the making of the films. Then head to the Green Dragon Inn for a complimentary drink before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch at the Party Marquee
After your tour of Hobbiton, you will be transferred to Rotorua by 2.15pm, allowing time to explore the city in the afternoon.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hobbiton Movie Set entry and tour
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
In-vehicle air conditioning
Inner city Rotorua drop off (selected hotels)
Drink inside the Green Dragon Inn & Buffet lunch at the Party Marquee
Inner city Auckland accommodation pick up (selected hotels)
NZ$10 shopping voucher to be used in the Hobbiton gift shop
Snacks
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is the entrance to the SkyCity Hotel at 6.40am. If you are meeting here will need to be confirmed with us. Please call to confirm the night prior - 0800 423 224
End point
Drop off at selected Rotorua accommodation included or you will be dropped off at the Rotorua i-Site
Good to know
- Hotel pickups commence prior to 7am, you must contact Bush and Beach to verify your exact pick up time.
- comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the walk around the set.
- Please call to reconfirm 24 hours prior to the tours departure if you have not already confirmed your hotel specific pick up time with us.
What to expect
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Hobbiton Movie Set
1 hour 30 min
Your guided walking our around the 44 Hobbit holes includes the chance to take a photo in a Hobbit hole and stand by the gate to Bilbo's house - from here look out over the whole set and over the Party Tree to the Green Dragon.
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15 min
Enjoy a drink in the Green Dragon Inn.
Please note from 1 Dec 2023 the price of this tour increases to include lunch. Lunch is not included prior to this date due to shuttle timings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- Tour joins a larger group at Hobbiton for the tour around the set
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way
Can I cancel Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is the entrance to the SkyCity Hotel at 6.40am. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Hobbiton Movie Set entry and tour
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Inner city Rotorua drop off (selected hotels)
- Drink inside the Green Dragon Inn & Buffet lunch at the Party Marquee
- Inner city Auckland accommodation pick up (selected hotels)
- NZ$10 shopping voucher to be used in the Hobbiton gift shop
What's not included?
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Bush and Beach
