From Auckland: Waitomo & Hobbiton Bus Tour with Lunch
Matamata-Piako District, Auckland
Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves on a day trip by premium bus from Auckland. Immerse yourself in the landscape of Middle Earth and experience the famous Glowworm caves.
Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour from Auckland
This full-day tour from Auckland visits the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set, ideal for fans of nature and film history.
Highlights
- Travel by premium coach to Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves
- Guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Explore Hobbit holes at the Hobbiton Movie Set
- Picnic lunch included during the trip
- See the Green Dragon Inn and the Party Tree
Description
Board a luxury GreatSights coach in Auckland and travel through scenic New Zealand farmland and rolling hills. Your first stop is the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, featuring limestone formations and underground tunnels. Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour ending with a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glowworms illuminate the dark cavern.
After the caves, return to the coach and have a picnic lunch while traveling to the Hobbiton Movie Set near Matamata. This working farm was transformed into the film set for the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. Explore Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and the Party Tree. Step inside a Hobbit hole with your guide offering behind-the-scenes stories about the set’s creation.
Following your visit, you will return to Auckland with your driver guide, arriving in the early evening.
Includes
- Transportation by premium air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
- Driver/guide service
- 45-minute guided Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour
- 2-hour guided Hobbiton Movie Set tour
- Picnic lunch
Excludes
- Additional food and drinks
Important Information
- Child fare applies to ages 0-14; infants must have a child ticket
- Bring a warm jacket or sweater and a weatherproof jacket
- Complimentary hotel pick-up available from selected downtown Auckland hotels on request
- Cruise ship passengers can be picked up from the Movenpick Hotel
- Pickup time is 7:15 AM
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early for your preferred date. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket as the caves can be cool and damp. Morning pickup ensures a full day to explore both attractions.
