Waitomo and Hobbiton from Auckland in one day
From €178 per personThe full excursion lasts around 11.5 hours, with a significant part of the day spent travelling.Final booking with external provider
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4.7/5 · 864 reviews

Full-day tour from Auckland

Waitomo and Hobbiton from Auckland in one day

★★★★★ 11.5 h · 864 Reviews
From €178 per person Free cancellation

An organised full-day trip combining the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set from Auckland, with premium coach transport, guided visits and a picnic lunch included.

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⚡ Picnic lunch included during the day. · Previous displayed price: €223. Final pricing may vary by date, availability and selected option.

The main meeting point is 100 Hobson Street, Auckland. Free pickup can be requested from selected central hotels, while cruise passengers can choose pickup from the Movenpick Hotel at 7:15 am. A reserve-now-pay-later option is shown and the activity may sell out.

✔ 45-minute guided Waitomo visit with a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto.
✔ Approximately 2-hour guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set.
✔ Return transport from Auckland in an air-conditioned premium coach with Wi-Fi.
✔ Picnic lunch included during the day.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • First-time New Zealand visitors
  • Tolkien and movie fans
  • Travellers without a car
  • Short stays in Auckland

How long does it take?

The full excursion lasts around 11.5 hours, with a significant part of the day spent travelling.

What's included?

  • Return transport from Auckland
  • Premium air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
  • Driver and guide
  • 45-minute Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour
  • Boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto

Is it worth it?

Yes, mainly if you want to visit Waitomo and Hobbiton from Auckland in one organised day without arranging transport, tickets and tours separately.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Bring a warm jacket or sweater and a rain-resistant layer. Before paying, confirm the language, departure time, pickup arrangements and final price for your date.

Two major sights in one dayCombine Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set without organising transport and tickets separately.
Logistics taken care ofTransport, driver, guided visits and the picnic lunch are organised as part of the same booking.
Guided visits includedThe itinerary includes a 45-minute Waitomo tour and approximately 2 hours of guided sightseeing at Hobbiton.
Convenient Auckland departureTravel aboard a premium air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi and selected pickup options.

📖 What to expect

The tour leaves Auckland aboard a premium air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi. The first major stop is the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where a 45-minute guided tour explores the limestone formations and includes a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto.

The journey then continues to Hobbiton Movie Set near Matamata. The approximately 2-hour guided visit covers the Hobbit Holes, Party Tree and Green Dragon Inn and includes the chance to step inside a hobbit hole.

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Explore Waitomo's limestone formations with a guide.

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Take a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto to see its famous glowworms.

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Discover sets from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit at Hobbiton.

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A convenient alternative to hiring a car and coordinating Waitomo and Hobbiton separately.

The Hobbiton visit covers some of the movie set's most recognisable locations. Hobbiton Movie Set

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

The Waitomo experience includes an approximately 45-minute guided cave tour and a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto.

Time at the caves is relatively short within a packed day. Some travellers felt 45 minutes was not enough if Waitomo was their main priority.

Waitomo Caves Glowworm Grotto Boat ride Guided tour

TourBookGo verdict

A convenient alternative to hiring a car and coordinating Waitomo and Hobbiton separately.

The tour can be good value if you want to see Hobbiton and Waitomo in one day with transport, tickets, guided visits and lunch already organised. The main trade-off is the pace of an 11.5-hour day.

11.5 hDuration
4.7/5Rating
864Reviews
24 hFree cancellation

🗣️ TourBookGo verdict

Hobbiton Movie Set

The approximately 2-hour guided visit covers locations such as the Hobbit Holes, Party Tree and Green Dragon Inn and allows you to step inside a hobbit hole.

The tour also explains how the movie set for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit was created.

The Green Dragon Inn, Hobbit Holes and Party Tree are included in the stated itinerary. Hobbiton locations

Price and conditions

From €178 per person

From €178 per person

The displayed starting price is €178 per person, compared with a previous displayed price of €223. Always check the final price, departure time, language and availability for your chosen date.

Duration11.5 hours
Rating4.7/5 from 864 reviews
LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish and German, subject to availability
CancellationFree up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund
ProviderGreatSights New Zealand
Meeting point100 Hobson Street, Auckland
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Previous displayed price: €223. Final pricing may vary by date, availability and selected option.

The day trip includes transport, guided visits and a picnic lunch. Full-day tour

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Who is it worth it for?

The tour works particularly well for first-time visitors to New Zealand, Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fans, travellers without a car and anyone with limited time in Auckland.

It may be less suitable if you prefer complete flexibility, dislike long coach journeys or want to devote considerably more time to Waitomo.

First-time visitors to New Zealand. Fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Travellers without a car staying in Auckland. Visitors with limited time who want two attractions in one day.
A full day designed to combine Waitomo and Hobbiton efficiently from Auckland. Auckland day trip

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is the Waitomo and Hobbiton tour from Auckland worth it?
Yes, mainly if you want to visit both attractions in one organised day without handling the logistics yourself.
How long does the tour take?
Around 11.5 hours, including a 45-minute guided Waitomo visit and approximately 2 hours at Hobbiton.
What does the price include?
It includes coach transport, driver and guide, Waitomo and Hobbiton admission and guided visits, the cave boat ride and a picnic lunch.
Can I cancel?
Yes. The displayed conditions allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Where does the tour start?
The main stated meeting point is 100 Hobson Street, Auckland, with selected hotel and cruise-passenger pickup options available.

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Waitomo + Hobbiton from Auckland

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This tour combines two of the North Island's best-known attractions in one organised 11.5-hour day.

Before booking, check the departure time, language, pickup arrangements, availability and final price for your selected date.

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