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Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Geothermal Valley Day Trip from Auckland
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Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Geothermal Valley Day Trip from Auckland

by Auckland Beyond Tours

12 hours
Auckland
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12 hours
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
$473.04$525.60Save 10%
2 adults × $236.52
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This full-day bus trip from Auckland lasts about 12 hours and includes visits to two major New Zealand destinations. The tour starts with a 2.5-hour guided walk through the Hobbiton Movie Set. Visitors follow a guide across farmland and explore Hobbit Holes, then enjoy a complimentary cider or beer at The Green Dragon Inn. After Hobbiton, the trip continues to Rotorua for a visit to Te Puia and Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Here, visitors see the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, PŌHUTU Geyser, along with bubbling mud pools still used for traditional cooking. The guided tour also includes a visit to the kiwi house where live kiwi birds can be observed. Maori guides share stories about their culture and history throughout the geothermal sites. Included in the price are hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center, all entry tickets, snacks, bottled water, on-board WiFi, air conditioning, and a professional driver/guide. Lunch and gratuities are not included.

Highlights

2.5-hour guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
Visit Hobbit Holes and The Green Dragon Inn
See PŌHUTU Geyser and bubbling mud pools at Te Puia
View live kiwi birds in the kiwi house
Maori cultural and historical commentary
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi available on board
Bottled water provided
Snacks included
All entry tickets and guided tours included
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center
Air conditioning in vehicle
Professional driver and guide

What's not included

Gratuities
Lunch

Itinerary

1

Auckland & Beyond Tours

The tour begins in Auckland Central where the company organizes the departure for this day trip across New Zealand.

2

Hobbiton Movie Set

A 2-hour guided walk through the Hobbiton Movie Set explores Hobbit Holes and movie locations. The guide explains the setting, and visitors receive a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn.

120 min

3

Te Puia Geothermal Valley

Spend about 2 hours touring Te Puia with a guide who shows bubbling mud pools used for traditional cooking and the PŌHUTU Geyser, the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. The visit includes Maori cultural history and a walk through the kiwi house where two live kiwi birds can be seen.

120 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Infant seats are available
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant seats require a 24-hour advance request and extra charges
At least 4 people are needed for the tour to operate
Hobbiton paths are uneven and not wheelchair accessible; golf carts may be available subject to availability
Total
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