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Tauranga Hobbiton Movie Set and Tauranga Highlights Transport Excursion from Tauranga
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Tauranga Hobbiton Movie Set and Tauranga Highlights Transport Excursion from Tauranga

by Adventure and Cultural Tours Bay of Plenty

7 hours
Tauranga
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7 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
NZ$297NZ$330Save 10%
2 adults × NZ$148.50
All taxes and fees included

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7 hours
NZ$297NZ$330Save 10%
2 adults × NZ$148.50
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This seven-hour excursion from Tauranga includes transport by air-conditioned bus equipped with on-board Wi-Fi and snacks. The first main stop is the Hobbiton Movie Set, where visitors spend about three hours and fifteen minutes. This includes a guided tour lasting approximately two and a half hours, led by a Hobbiton-trained guide. The tour covers The Shire, Hobbit homes, and The Green Dragon Inn. Admission fees to Hobbiton are not included due to ticketing restrictions for cruise ship passengers. After Hobbiton, the tour stops at McLaren Falls Park for about one hour. This park features a lake surrounded by native trees and wildlife such as birds, ducks, swans, and occasionally sheep. The area is known for trout and glow worms visible on evening kayak trips. Visitors may have the opportunity to get close to the water during this stop. Participants should be prepared for over an hour of walking on mixed, uneven terrain without assistance. Lunch and admission fees are not included in the price.

Highlights

Guided 2.5-hour Hobbiton Movie Set tour
About 3.25 hours at Hobbiton
One-hour stop at McLaren Falls Park
On-board Wi-Fi and air conditioning
Snacks included during the tour

What's included

Wi-Fi available on board
Air conditioning in the vehicle
Snacks provided during the tour

What's not included

Lunch is not included
Admission fees are not included

Itinerary

1

Hobbiton Movie Set

Hobbiton Movie Set, known as 'The Shire,' is where Frodo, Bilbo, and other hobbits lived in the films. The visit lasts about 3.25 hours and includes a 2.5-hour guided tour of The Shire, Hobbit homes, and The Green Dragon Inn. Admission is not included since tickets cannot be secured for cruise ship passengers.

180 min

2

McLaren Falls Park

This stop lasts about one hour at a lakeside park known for native trees, birds, ducks, swans, and occasional sheep. The park features trout and glow worms visible on evening kayak tours. Visitors may have the opportunity to approach or enter the clean waters during the visit.

60 min

Meeting point

Our tour will commence at the Adventure and Cultural Tours Bay of Plenty sign board by the flag poles at the Port of Tauranga sign - unless otherwise arranged prior to tour.

End point

Our tour will commence at the Adventure and Cultural Tours Bay of Plenty sign board by the flag poles at the Port of Tauranga sign - unless otherwise arranged prior to tour.

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
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Participants must be able to walk for over an hour without assistance on mixed, uneven terrain.
Total
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