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Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves
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Tour starts by picking you up from Auckland central, then we head to The Hobbiton Movie Set where you will hop on one of the Hobbiton buses that will take you to the Hobbiton Village.
Your tour guide will take you around the Movie Set explaining how it was built and will also tell you fun facts you never knew.
You will have a chance to go inside one of the Hobbit Holes, see The Mill, The Double Arched Bridge and have a complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).
After you finish your Middle Earth Journey; we start heading to Waitomo Glowworm Cave where you will enjoy a 1 hour guided tour inside the Famous Waitomo Grotto including a boat ride in the underground Waitomo River.
After gazing at the beautiful luminous worms; we head back to Auckland Central.
We offer complimentary pick ups and drop offs from any Auckland Central Accommodation.
The drive between Hobbiton and Waitomo is about 1.5hr one way and it is depending on the traffic.
Yes, we do. We depart from Auckland around 6.30 am, giving you the chance to arrive at Hobbiton early and enjoy the scenery before the bulk of the crowds arrive.
Absolutely – our guides know all the hidden gems. We pause frequently at spectacular, off-the-beaten-track locations for photos, so you can capture New Zealand’s beauty from unique vantage points.
Yes – our tours are fully guided. We don’t just drive you from A to B. Along the way, our experienced guides share rich stories about Aotearoa’s history, natural wonders, Māori culture, and wildlife. We want you to understand and feel the places you visit.
Yes. Everyone is welcome. Our modern fleet of Mercedes Benz luxury vehicles with high safety ratings offer comfort, and our guides are experienced in assisting travelers of all ages and mobility levels. If you have any specific needs, just let us know ahead of time so we can ensure your comfort.
All our tours include entrance fees to attractions, plus snacks and water. Private tours go further – they also include lunch. So you get a hassle-free experience with everything included.
Yes. We understand cruise schedules can vary. We work with flexible pickup times for shore excursions to make sure your timing works.
Yes, all our tours are family-friendly. We plan with families in mind: comfortable transport, pace that works for different ages, kid-friendly stories and stops, and options for breaks so children (and parents!) stay happy.
Our standard small-group tours are capped at around 20 guests so they feel personal, relaxed, and manageable.
Yes. Sustainability is a core value at Auckland & Beyond Tours. We run eco-conscious tours, minimise environmental impacts, use modern low‐emissions vehicles, and support local communities and conservation wherever possible.
Yes – our vehicles provide free WiFi so you can stay connected. There are also USB charging ports available so your devices stay powered throughout the tour.
Yes. We can accommodate folded wheelchairs, but we need to know in advance so we can make sure everything runs smoothly. Please note vehicles are not equipped with ramps.
Yes – we pre-book all entrance tickets on your behalf. That means you don’t need to spend time in queueing to purchase tickets; you go straight in.
