Discover New Zealand’s magic: explore Waitomo Caves’ glowworms and Hobbiton’s movie set in one unforgettable day from Auckland.
- Auckland Central - Begin your journey from New Zealand’s largest city. As we depart, your guide will introduce the day’s exciting activities, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure.
Travel journey time from Auckland to Waitomo Caves
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Upon arriving at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, get ready to be awestruck by the stunning limestone formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns. A guided tour will take you deep into the caves, leading to the Glowworm Grotto. Here, you’ll board a boat for a peaceful cruise through the grotto, where thousands of glowworms create a mesmerizing, starry display overhead—a truly unique and magical experience.
- Waitomo District - Before heading to Hobbiton, stop by the Waitomo homestead for lunch.
Lunch stop (approx 45 minutes)
Drive to Hobbiton (75 minutes)
- Hobbiton Movie Set - After your underground adventure, the tour continues to the Alexander Family Sheep Farm and Shire’s Rest, the entrance to Hobbiton. Here, you’ll be greeted by sheep grazing on scenic hills. Take a moment to enjoy a meal, coffee, or ice cream while your guide arranges your entry to the Hobbiton Movie Set.
Next, board one of the iconic green Hobbiton buses for a 2.5-hour guided tour of this enchanting 12-acre film set. Led by an expert guide, explore 44 charming hobbit holes, stroll through vibrant gardens, and uncover behind-the-scenes stories from the making of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” films. Your Hobbiton adventure concludes with a refreshing drink at the famous Green Dragon Inn, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the magical world of Middle-earth.
- Auckland - As you return to Auckland, enjoy views of New Zealand’s longest river, the Huntly power station, and the Maori Queen’s burial site, reflecting on the captivating experiences at Hobbiton and the mesmerizing glowworms at the Waitomo Caves.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
- Admission to a fully guided experience of the Hobbitton Movie Set
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes
- Lunch
Experience New Zealand’s cinematic and natural wonders in one incredible day. Begin with a pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through the Waikato region, featuring stunning landscapes of rolling hills and mountains. The first stop is the Waitomo Caves, where a guided tour takes you deep underground to see breathtaking limestone formations, ending with a magical boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glowworms create a starry canopy. Then, continue to the Alexander Family Sheep Farm, the gateway to Hobbiton. Here, board the iconic green bus for a 2.5-hour guided tour of the famous movie set. Explore 44 hobbit holes, stroll through vibrant gardens, and discover behind-the-scenes stories from “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” films, finishing with a refreshing drink at the Green Dragon Inn. This tour perfectly combines adventure, stunning scenery, and cinematic magic, making it a truly unique experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
