Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Auckland
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$758Overview
This small-group bus tour lasts about 12 hours and includes a fully guided visit to Hobbiton and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with lunch provided. The group size is limited to 15 guests to maintain a relaxed pace and comfort. The tour begins in Auckland, where the guide introduces the day's itinerary and points out city highlights as the group leaves the city. Traveling south through the Waikato Region, the tour passes farmland, rivers, mountains, and wildlife with opportunities for photos. The first major stop is the Hobbiton Movie Set, where guests board a large green bus for a two and a half hour guided walk across the 12-acre movie set. Visitors see 44 hobbit holes, gardens, and hear stories about the films. The stop includes a complimentary cold drink at The Green Dragon Inn. Next, the tour stops briefly at Lake Karapiro for views and photos. Afterwards, the group has a 30-minute lunch break in Otorohanga with a selection of savory food included. The second main attraction is the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where guests walk through caves featuring stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns. Then the group boards a glowworm boat for a one-hour underground river cruise beneath thousands of glowworms. Photography is not allowed inside the caves to protect the ecosystem. After the caves, the tour returns to Auckland with guided commentary and additional stops along the way. Water and snacks are available during the day. The tour involves moderate walking and operates in all weather conditions with appropriate clothing recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Auckland Central
The tour starts in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. As the group leaves the city, the guide introduces the day’s plan and points out key landmarks and highlights along the route.
Waikato Region
The journey continues south through the Waikato countryside, an extensive farming area. Guests see rivers, mountains, farm animals, and landscapes with chances for photos.
Hobbiton Movie Set
At Hobbiton, guests board a large green bus for a two and a half hour guided tour of the 12-acre movie set. The guide explains details about the films, and visitors see 44 hobbit holes, gardens, and other features. The stop includes a cold complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn.
120 min
Karapiro
A brief stop at Lake Karapiro offers views of one of New Zealand’s first hydro dams and surrounding countryside. The area is known for producing notable rowers and provides photo opportunities.
10 min
Otorohanga
Guests have a 30-minute lunch break in Otorohanga. The included meal features a variety of fresh savory options to refresh before the afternoon activities.
30 min
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
The group visits the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where a guide leads a walk through formations including stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns. The tour continues with a boat ride on the grotto river beneath thousands of glowworms. These caves have been a unique New Zealand attraction for over 120 years. Photography inside the caves is not allowed to protect the environment.
60 min
Auckland
The return to Auckland includes guided commentary and unplanned stops along the route. This final leg lasts about 5 minutes before arriving back in the city.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Auckland
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$758Overview
This small-group bus tour lasts about 12 hours and includes a fully guided visit to Hobbiton and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with lunch provided. The group size is limited to 15 guests to maintain a relaxed pace and comfort. The tour begins in Auckland, where the guide introduces the day's itinerary and points out city highlights as the group leaves the city. Traveling south through the Waikato Region, the tour passes farmland, rivers, mountains, and wildlife with opportunities for photos. The first major stop is the Hobbiton Movie Set, where guests board a large green bus for a two and a half hour guided walk across the 12-acre movie set. Visitors see 44 hobbit holes, gardens, and hear stories about the films. The stop includes a complimentary cold drink at The Green Dragon Inn. Next, the tour stops briefly at Lake Karapiro for views and photos. Afterwards, the group has a 30-minute lunch break in Otorohanga with a selection of savory food included. The second main attraction is the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where guests walk through caves featuring stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns. Then the group boards a glowworm boat for a one-hour underground river cruise beneath thousands of glowworms. Photography is not allowed inside the caves to protect the ecosystem. After the caves, the tour returns to Auckland with guided commentary and additional stops along the way. Water and snacks are available during the day. The tour involves moderate walking and operates in all weather conditions with appropriate clothing recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Auckland Central
The tour starts in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. As the group leaves the city, the guide introduces the day’s plan and points out key landmarks and highlights along the route.
Waikato Region
The journey continues south through the Waikato countryside, an extensive farming area. Guests see rivers, mountains, farm animals, and landscapes with chances for photos.
Hobbiton Movie Set
At Hobbiton, guests board a large green bus for a two and a half hour guided tour of the 12-acre movie set. The guide explains details about the films, and visitors see 44 hobbit holes, gardens, and other features. The stop includes a cold complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn.
120 min
Karapiro
A brief stop at Lake Karapiro offers views of one of New Zealand’s first hydro dams and surrounding countryside. The area is known for producing notable rowers and provides photo opportunities.
10 min
Otorohanga
Guests have a 30-minute lunch break in Otorohanga. The included meal features a variety of fresh savory options to refresh before the afternoon activities.
30 min
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
The group visits the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where a guide leads a walk through formations including stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns. The tour continues with a boat ride on the grotto river beneath thousands of glowworms. These caves have been a unique New Zealand attraction for over 120 years. Photography inside the caves is not allowed to protect the environment.
60 min
Auckland
The return to Auckland includes guided commentary and unplanned stops along the route. This final leg lasts about 5 minutes before arriving back in the city.
5 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.