Hobbiton Movie Set: Early Bird Express Tour from Auckland

Highlights

• Beat the crowds and be the first onto the Hobbiton Movie Set
• Leave Auckland bright and early on an express tour and be back by 2:30 PM
• Discover behind-the-scenes stories on an official 2-hour guided tour
• Pose for photos in front of Hobbit holes, the Mill, and the Green Dragon Inn
• Savor a delicious Southfarthing drink to conclude your official tour

Description

Be the first of the day to step into the lush pastures of the Shire with an early-bird departure at 6:00 AM. Discover the fantastical movie set that framed the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies on a fun day tour from Auckland. Climb aboard a comfortable air-conditioned bus and depart Auckland before the crowds. Sit back and nap en route to Matamata. Enjoy a breakfast stop where you have 20 minutes to grab some food and use the restroom before continuing. Admire the rolling hills of the Waikato region as your experienced bus driver shares their local knowledge with you. At the Shire’s Rest, step into the only set that remains intact from the famous movie trilogies. As the first people on set for the day, you have the opportunity for uninterrupted photos without crowds of people. Wander through the rambling paths of the 12-acre set with your guide who will explain how the movie magic was made. See the Hobbit holes of Bilbo and Frodo and savor a specially-brewed drink at the Green Dragon Inn. There will be time to browse the souvenir shop before the return journey to Auckland where you will arrive around 2:30 PM. Sample Itinerary 05:45 AM Arrive at your meeting point 06:00 AM Depart Auckland 08:30 AM Begin Hobbiton Movie Set Tour 10:30 AM End Hobbiton Movie Set Tour 11:15 AM Depart Hobbiton Movie Set 02:30 PM Arrive back in Auckland

Includes

Pick up and drop-off at central Auckland locations
Round-trip bus transport
Driver
Commentary
2-hour official Hobbiton Movie Set tour
Complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn
Food or additional drinks

Important Information

• You are welcome to bring your own breakfast and snacks or buy them on the day
• Infants less than 4 years old will need to sit on their parent's lap
• This tour requires a minimum of 4 people to operate

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund