Fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit should not miss this Auckland day tour. Spend a day visiting the magical filming location of Hobbiton, the "Middle-earth" from the movies. The journey begins at 7:00 AM, with hotel pick-up services provided from Auckland city, followed by a scenic drive south through the Bombay Hills to the Waikato region. The picturesque route will take you through fertile farmlands and lush green hills, arriving at the Shire's Rest movie set. Along the way, enjoy engaging commentary about the region and fascinating insights into the filmmaking process. The Hobbiton Movie Set is the world's largest "green set" and the only remaining one in New Zealand. Upon arrival at Shire's Rest, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of the set, allowing you to witness the magic of the films firsthand. Throughout the tour, you will see Hobbit holes, the mill, the double-arched bridge, and the Party Tree.

At the end of the tour, enjoy a complimentary malt beer, cider, or ginger beer. Before returning to Auckland, a delicious buffet lunch will be served. This is a unique opportunity for movie enthusiasts to experience real-life film locations and hear behind-the-scenes stories from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. Book your adventure today!

Tour Inclusions

• Full-day guided tour from Auckland to the world's largest green set—the "Middle-earth" from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films
• Knowledgeable guide providing commentary on the route to "Middle-earth," including background facts about the films and local history
• See 44 Hobbit holes, the mill, the double-arched bridge, and the Party Tree, all nestled among lush green hills
• Stop for photos at the door of Bilbo's house, "Bag End," which overlooks the entire set
• Visit the Green Dragon Inn and enjoy a malt beer, cider, or ginger beer
• The tour concludes with a hearty buffet lunch fit for a Hobbit before returning to Auckland
• Pick-up and drop-off services for accommodations in Auckland city center
• Full-day tour lasting approximately 8.5 hours