Luxury Day Tour: Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set
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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.
Highlights
- The Hobbiton Movie Set is a significant location used for The Lord of the Rings.
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves known as one of New Zealand’s best natural attractions.
- Ruakuri Cave is an experience that must be seen to be believed.
Description
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 – A Land of Fantasy: Begin your adventure where the real-world set of *The Lord of the Rings* and *The Hobbit* films awaits. Wander through the charming, tree-lined paths of Hobbiton, and explore the iconic Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and the breathtaking Shire. Imagine yourself stepping into the world of Bilbo Baggins and his companions, as you learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the movie magic that brought this incredible fantasy world to life.
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Dive into the heart of the earth with a visit to the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Journey into the stunning limestone caverns, where thousands of glowworms light up the underground like stars in a night sky.
Includes
Tour Highlights:
The Hobbiton Movie Set is a significant location used for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and The Hobbit film trilogy, serving as a stand-in for the town of Hobbiton in the Shire in both trilogies.
Known as one of New Zealand’s best natural attractions, take a boat ride through the glowworm grotto, marvel at thousands of magical glowworms and become part of over 130 years of cultural and natural history.
Ruakuri Cave is an experience that must be seen to be believed. Offering a captivating blend of the most compelling subterranean experiences (including glowworms), it will leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature.
What's included:
Select a pickup point in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga or Rotorua
Private Air-conditioned vehicle - Ford Transit 2025 (9 seaters).
Bottled water
Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea.
WiFi on board
Child & Booster Seats available on request.
12 hours (approx.)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund