Luxury Day Tour: Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set
Rotorua District, Auckland
Embark on a Magical Adventure: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This unforgettable day tour combines the best of both worlds—fantasy and nature—leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.
Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour
This full-day tour from Auckland suits fans of film locations and natural attractions, combining Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves visits.
Highlights
- Hobbiton Movie Set, a key location for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies.
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves, renowned as one of New Zealand’s top natural attractions.
- Ruakuri Cave, offering an extraordinary underground experience with glowworms.
Description
Start your day with a visit to Hobbiton, the real-world film set used in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. Explore tree-lined paths, Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and elements of the Shire while learning behind-the-scenes movie details.
After Hobbiton, explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. See thousands of glowworms illuminating limestone caverns, creating a unique underground landscape.
Includes
- Pickup from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, or Rotorua.
- Transport in a private 2025 Ford Transit, 9-seater, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bottled water provided onboard.
- Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea included.
- WiFi available during the trip.
- Child and booster seats available on request.
- Approximately 12 hours total tour duration.
- Boat ride through the glowworm grotto at Waitomo.
- Ruakuri Cave tour, featuring glowworms and unique subterranean sights.
Excludes
- Gratuities.
- Any additional activity fees not specified.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available if cancelled at least 24 hours before the tour date.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. Morning departures are recommended to maximize daylight for both sites.
