Top picks for Matamata Day tours
Discover 166 Day tours in Matamata on Trip.com, updated January 23, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 13 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From AUD 112.00 per person, with an average total of AUD 406.28. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 881 verified reviews, Day tours Matamata boast an average rating of 4.9.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch", with 475 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Hobbiton Village + Glowworm Caves Day Trip, New Zealand [Group tour includes Green Dragon Lunch and admission ticket]", a 9-hour adventure in Matamata!
The next available day tour departs on January 24, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Matamata Day tours usually take about 9 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Matamata Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
January is the perfect time to visit Matamata! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch.
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![Hobbiton Village + Glowworm Caves Day Trip, New Zealand [Group tour includes Green Dragon Lunch and admission ticket]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583s12000n0eqk7nC4C4_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
The filming location of The Lord of the Rings, the starting point of the Middle Ages, the glowworm cave, and the spectacular experience of the otherworldly world on a boat tour.Duration: 9.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellation32 bookedFromAU$364.76
Enjoy the journey from Rotorua to Auckland in comfort and styleDuration: 11 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 6 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$457.92AU$482.03![Auckland Round-Trip Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour [Including Lunch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350l12000fi6pz475460_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Stroll through the wonders of Middle-earth and enjoy the perfect journey for fans of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit."Duration: 8.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$396.71
Savor Hobbit-inspired delicacies, enjoy a buffet lunch in the party tent, and indulge in complimentary drinks from Southfarthing wines at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours' iconic pub, The Green Dragon Inn.Duration: 8 hrsEnglish30 bookedFromAU$264.35
22 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 475 reviewsFromAU$360.99
100 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 12 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 113 reviewsFromAU$449.04
New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set guided tourDuration: 11 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromAU$336.04
38 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 11.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 59 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$357.34AU$376.15
Embark on a boat tour through the world-renowned Waitomo Glowworm Caves to witness a mesmerizing galaxy formed by glowworms—this will be a truly unique experience.Duration: 9.2 hrsEnglishFromAU$377.52
Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, follow the guide through stalactites and stalagmites, and gaze up at the underground starry sky illuminated by thousands of glowworms.Duration: 8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$430.55
Arrive at Alexander family sheep farm and Shire's RestDuration: 7 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 10 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$269.03AU$283.19![New Zealand Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours 1-day tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Sightseeing Bus]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584h12000qmi0sjjDA26_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Take the bus to visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set, avoiding the fatigue of driving.Duration: 10.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromAU$340.76![New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ Maori Village Day Tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Small Group Tour]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586c12000ntm0l6jA780_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Must-visit attractions in North Island: Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours, Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ Geothermal ParkDuration: 12.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$363.80![New Zealand day tour: Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ [Depart from Auckland, End in Rotorua]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0355w12000r2fbucl7D38_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Take a bus to visit Hobbiton and Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ, avoiding the fatigue of a road tripDuration: 10.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$436.75![New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours Half-Day Tour [Includes Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours Buffet Lunch + Rotorua Round-Trip]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352c12000r2fkeeq6A33_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$249.57![New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland 1-day tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Small group tour]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584t12000ntm28dx076B_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Must-visit attractions in North Island: Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal WonderlandDuration: 12.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$359.96![[Auckland, New Zealand] Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours & Waitomo Caves Small Join-in Tour [Includes Admission Ticket and Lunch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582h12000ql9d4s6B169_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Embark on a boat to explore the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of glowworms illuminate the darkness, creating a magical journey of light and shadow.Duration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$420.05
Availability is very limited in December. Please check same-day availability before placing your order!!!Duration: 12.1 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$434.05
Discover fascinating geothermal activity in the Te Whakarewarewa ValleyDuration: 12 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromAU$365.84- 48 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 13 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 70 reviewsFromAU$352.06
Discover the secrets and captivating stories behind the iconic Hobbiton film.Duration: 8 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Very good· 3 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$653.37AU$687.76
Discover the secrets and captivating stories behind the iconic Hobbiton film.Duration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.6/5Satisfied· 5 reviewsFromAU$301.27
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Party MarqueeDuration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 14 reviewsFromAU$352.92- Combines two of New Zealand's most iconic attractions: Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworm CavesDuration: 12 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromAU$817.73
![Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour in North Island, New Zealand [Optional Chinese/English Guide + Includes Admission Ticket]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353l12000c6xn986AE44_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Visit "The Lord of the Rings" Filming LocationsDuration: 2.1 hrsEnglishFree cancellation23 bookedFromAU$112.00![Auckland Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves 1-day tour [optional shared/private charter with Chinese or English guide]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0356h12000izro0jy0E55_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
131 travelers savedDuration: 5.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 4 reviews· 49 bookedFromAU$169.21![New Zealand North Island 1-day tour to Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours [Includes admission ticket + Green Dragon lunch + Departure from Auckland]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352j12000p3i7wzz6337_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
Visit filming locations from The Lord of the Rings movies, with arrival options in Auckland/RotoruaDuration: 5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation53 bookedFromAU$265.70
Experienced Trip Planner's guided tour serviceDuration: 10 hrsEnglishFromAU$986.52
Before placing an order, please consult customer support and confirm availability (classic routes, limited spots).Duration: 10.5 hrsEnglishFromAU$431.31- 55 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 105 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$250.98AU$264.19
- Combines two of New Zealand's most iconic attractions: Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm CavesDuration: 12 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 12 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromAU$340.36AU$358.28
Single traveler can join, round-trip bus from Auckland, with pick-up service from select downtown hotels, includes Western-style light mealDuration: 7.6 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.5/5Excellent· 2 reviewsFromAU$408.67
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Reviews: Rotorua: One-Way Trip to Auckland via Hobbiton & Waitomo
Guest User2026-01-13
Our one-way trip from Rotorua to Auckland was incredibly well coordinated. Bush and Beach handled all logistics with ease. Both excursions lived up to the expectation set and our guide Damian was so knowledgeable and entertaining for the driving in between!★
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Reviews: Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
Guest User2025-11-24
AMAZING DAY! We actually booked a private drive and tour by our exceptional driver and guide, Alexander. We learned so much from Alexander along the way, it was terrific. We learned a lot about the area between Auckland and Hobbiton, we learned about the dairy and sheep/wool industry, and we learned so much about the filming of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies - Alexander really knew all the fascinating back stories and made it so interesting.
And of course, HOBBITON was a highlight of our trip to New Zealand. I'm a little embarrassed to admit that but it was and I'm not even an LOTR expert and my husband has never even seen one movie! The LAND - wow, just gorgeous. With my parents both born in Ireland, I'm also a bit embarrassed to say that the farmland around Hobbiton was actually more green than Ireland!
You must go to Hobbiton to learn about how they found the land, how they built the sets, see the amazing Shire and Hobbit Holes and the level of detail put into everything, and learn about how the movie set eventually became a tourist attraction. The tour was not overbooked at all, they do a great job of spacing the groups out so it never felt like Disneyland. The buffet lunch was delicious, and the gift shop was fun!
The drive there and all the details that were handled by Alexander really contributed to a terrific day. I highly recommend you see Hobbiton this way!★
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Reviews: Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Guest User2024-07-01
The whole family had the most amazing day with Murray visiting thr Hobbiton village and the Glow worm caves. Murray was extremely knowledgeable and explained things and places with great detail. Bush and Beach are lucky to have him.
He made sure we had a great time in the bus, while we stopped for a coffee break, at the movie set and the caves. And all through the drive as well. 
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