▲ Depart from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours, visiting this farm transformed into a Middle-earth filming location. Your Hobbiton tour will begin with a picturesque journey through the Waikato countryside. Along the way, your local driver-guide will share stories and information about the region and its history.
▲ Leaving Auckland, we head south through the picturesque Waikato countryside, a vast agricultural region where we'll encounter beautiful scenery, majestic rivers, impressive mountains, and various farm animals along the way.
▲ Just outside Matamata town lies your destination: Middle-earth! Sir Peter Jackson and his team knew this private farm was the perfect location to create Hobbiton™ Movie Set, the magical world they built for the award-winning The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Join a guided tour to witness the picturesque village you've seen on screen and experience its vibrant colors firsthand!
▲ Upon arrival at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, you'll board the iconic green bus and embark on a fascinating two-and-a-half-hour guided tour through this enchanting 12-acre film location. Led by a professional guide, you'll explore lush pastures of the Shire, visit 44 Hobbit Holes, admire beautiful gardens, hear behind-the-scenes stories from the films, and enjoy a complimentary chilled beverage at the famous Hobbiton pub, The Green Dragon Inn. This immersive experience ensures a delightful visit.
▲ Now, all Hobbiton™ Movie Set tours include the Hobbit Hole interior experience, designed and created by the renowned creative team behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. These Hobbit Holes are located on Bagshot Row, allowing visitors to glimpse the charming dwellings of Shire hobbits in their daily lives.
▲ After visiting the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, you can head to the Green Dragon Inn to enjoy a complimentary drink from the Southfarthing range, then follow the guide to the Party Marquee.
▲ Guests on the bus tour will enjoy a buffet lunch at the Party Marquee. The themed tables are filled with Hobbit-inspired delicacies, allowing you and your family or friends to share a family-style dining experience, perfectly concluding your Middle-earth adventure.
▲ Choose a spacious and scenic bus tour with a local driver-guide who will share stories about the region and its history. Enjoy complimentary pick-up from designated hotels in downtown Auckland and free Wi-Fi on the bus for a hassle-free travel experience.