Hobbiton & Rotorua Buried Village Private Tour from Auckland | 13 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
  • Private transportation
  • Complimentary High-Speed Internet on-board the minibus
  • Complimentary refreshments and water on board
  • Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
  • Admission to café style lunch in Rotorua
  • Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
  • Admission to the self-guided walk to Buried Village of Te Wairoa
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Explore the archaeological sites which reveal the devastation
  • Take the beautiful waterfall trail which showcases the stunning Te Wairoa Falls
  • View the extensive collection of excavated objects from the 1800’s
  • Listen to the fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
  • Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
  • WiFi on board
  • Admission to 2 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Gain unique insights on a self-guided walk across the Buried Village of Te Wairoa
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
  • Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit hole
  • Encounter the award-winning Museum of Te Wairoa exhibition
  • Enjoy remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges
  • Access to Te Wairoa Trail and Waterfalls
  • Complimentary Hobbiton beverages at Green Dragon Inn
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Overview

Experience the magic of great value Hobbiton Movie Set Tour and the geothermal oasis of Rotorua in a exclusive luxury private tour from Auckland. Walk into the real-world landscape on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and listen to the haunting echoes of the past at the Buried Village of Te Wairoa, one of the most visited archaeological site where stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera volcanic eruption come to life and telling tales of the 8th Wonder of the World, the Pink and White Terraces including a café style lunch along the way.

Itinerary

  • Auckland Central

    We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.

    15 minutes

  • N/A (Pass By)

    The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.

  • N/A

    We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.

    15 minutes

  • Hobbiton Movie Set

    Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. The Hobbiton Movie Set Tour is where Peter Jackson filmed his famous Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies. Our tour starts by from Auckland city centre from where we pick you up from, then you’ll enjoy a two-hour scenic drive South of Auckland into Waikato, with a scenic stop or two for taking picturesque photos of New Zealand's lush countryside. ​ Once we arrive, you spend 30-45 mins shopping in the official Hobbiton Gift Shop and grabbing a drink or a bite in the famous Shire’s Rest Cafe. Your guided tour starts on a Hobbiton tour bus with a drive through New Zealand's picturesque 1,250 acre sheep farm with spectacular views across to the Kaimai Ranges. Take a look at Bag End, where Frodo and Bilbo’s adventures began. Get lost among the hobbit holes and visit the Green Dragon Inn, the mill and the Party Tree.

    2 hours

  • Buried Village of Te Wairoa

    A visit to the Buried Village encompasses Rotorua's most scenic drive and starting with the Redwood Forest walking and bike trails (5 minutes from city), Redwood Treewalk (voted NZ's #1 tree-top bridge walk by Tourism NZ), Blue and Green Lakes freedom walk (10 minutes from city), Start of the Tarawera Trail (a 14 km freedom tramp to Hot water Beach) just 15 minutes from city, Buried Village and Te Wairoa Waterfall (just 20 minutes from city) and then to the Lake Tarawera Landing (just 30 minutes from city) where you can catch a water-taxi for a lake cruise to either Hot-water beach or to the trail that leads to Tarawera Falls (voted NZ's #1 waterfall by Department of Conservation). The Tarawera Waterfall trail is a comfortable 90 minute trek from the shores of Lake Tarawera into the Tarawera native bush area. ​ ​After you finish your amazing tour experience, we make our way through the scenic roads of Waikato back to Auckland CBD.

    1 hour

  • Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings

    We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings.

    10 minutes

  • Auckland Central

    After an enchanting fun-filled cultural experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region.

    15 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Easy level of fitness is required and comfortable shoes with a good grip.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, and bring a camera & any essential personal items.
  • This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
  • There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
  • We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
  • The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Amazing trip experience

Published on Feb, 2024

Trip to Rotorua and Hobbiton was amazing. We got excellent weather and both places we could do in a nice pace. Karthik our guide was very nice and knowledgeable. He was on time and arranged all the tickets. It was a private tour and we got ample time to stop for food. Rotorua restaurants does gets crowded at lunch time. So plan accordingly. Hobbiton was mesmerizing specially if you are LOTR fan. Overall great experience and we are so glad we booked through experiencekart. I will highly recommend them.

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