• Auckland Central - Begin your journey from New Zealand’s largest city. As the adventure commences, your guide will introduce the day’s exciting itinerary, setting the stage for a captivating exploration.

Travel journey time from Auckland to Waitomo Caves

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Upon arrival at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, prepare to be captivated 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 embark on a tranquil boat ride through the grotto, where thousands of glowworms create a breathtaking, starry spectacle overhead—a truly unique and magical experience.
• Waitomo District - Before proceeding to Hobbiton, enjoy a lunch break at the Waitomo homestead.

Lunch stop (approx 45 minutes)

Drive to Hobbiton (75 minutes)

• Hobbiton Movie Set - Following your subterranean 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 savor 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 delightful hobbit holes, wander through vibrant gardens, and discover 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 renowned 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 enchanting 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
• All Fees and Taxes
• Snacks
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• 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.