Day Trips

From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworms Caves Signature Guided Tour

Name: From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworms Caves Signature Guided Tour
Start: 2026-07-26T06:00:00
End: 2026-07-26T18:00:00
Location: Auckland

Duration

12 hrs

Open today

9:00am - 5:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.6/5(15)

James M

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Our tour guide Molly was fantastic at Hobbiton, her knowledge was awesome and she delivered a great tour despite some unruly kids! Waitomo Caves was great. Ace was brilliant Unfortunately our coach was delayed due to mechanical issues but Anthony was able to make up time and was transparent about the timeframe All in all a great day out

Joel K

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

The expérience was good. The information given by Headout was wrong ( pick up time) and though we received the right information from the local partner, we received a new message this early morning from Headout which was still wrong and confusing. But hopefully we decided to ignore this Headout message. So be consistent ( not saying start at 6 am with a pick up time at 10:30 ) , that would be less stress for your customers.

Experience the Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a full-day tour from Auckland with an expert guide for company.

Explore Hobbit Holes, The Mill, and other film locations on a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, ending with a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

Take a guided walk through ancient caves and enjoy a serene boat ride under thousands of luminescent glowworms at the Waitomo Glowworm Cave.

Opt for a private tour to explore at your own pace, or join a shared tour with lunch for a relaxed, all-in-one day without worrying about meals.

Full-day tour of Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworm Cave

Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland

2.5-hour guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set

45-minute guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave

Coach tour, small group or private tour (as per option selected)

English-speaking guide/driver

Boat ride at Waitomo Caves

Complimentary beverage at the Green Dragon Inn

Lunch (as per option selected)

Snacks & water

TOTAL DURATION11 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Timeline
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Start point
Auckland CBD
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1. Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Tickets included
Explore these world-famous caves, where thousands of glowworms illuminate the dark limestone caverns in an unforgettable display of natural beauty.
2. Hobbiton Movie Set
Tickets included
3 attractions
End point
Auckland CBD
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
James M
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Our tour guide Molly was fantastic at Hobbiton, her knowledge was awesome and she delivered a great tour despite some unruly kids! Waitomo Caves was great. Ace was brilliant Unfortunately our coach was delayed due to mechanical issues but Anthony was able to make up time and was transparent about the timeframe All in all a great day out
Adam B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Actually we loved it all. The driver/guide David? Was amazing. The cave was wild. Hobbiton was magical. An epic day.
Gordon W
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Adil was a knowledgeable tour guide that shared so many interesting stories and facts about NZ! In addition to the attractions signed up for, he had some great unexpected surprises. The tour itself was great attractions and fulfilled lifelong dream to see Hobbiton. We also experienced the glow worm caves which was an amazing experience!
Michelle R
Family
Verified booking
Apr 2026
great attractions! guides were good as well
Brigitte G
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Our Driver / Guide was fantastic! He always was present and always had an open ear. And he has a huge knowledge about the country and its history! Pick-up was on time and the bus well prepared. Everything was clean, which is very important to me.

See the Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworm Cave on a full-day tour from Auckland. Explore Middle Earth’s magical landscapes and sail through the glowworm-lit Waitomo Glowworm Cave with expert guides.

Getting started

Your tour begins with hotel pickup in Auckland CBD, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive through the Waikato countryside, with views of the Kaimai Range along the way.

What to expect

Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set: Board the Hobbiton bus to the 12-acre movie set from Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Explore the enchanting landscapes that brought Middle Earth to life on the big screen.

Guided Hobbiton tour: Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through Hobbiton, including colorful Hobbit Holes, Bag End, The Mill, and the Double Arched Bridge. Learn fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and enjoy a complimentary beverage at the Green Dragon Inn.

Drive to Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Next, travel to the mystical Waitomo Glowworm Cave, famous for their luminescent inhabitants and stunning limestone formations.

Waitomo Glowworm Cave guided walk: Go on a 1-hour guided stroll through the caves. See stalactites, stalagmites, and learn about the cave’s geological history.

Magical boat ride: Glide silently along the underground Waitomo River beneath thousands of glowing Arachnocampa Luminosa, creating a star-filled luminescent display.

Return to Auckland: Relax on the scenic drive back to your hotel.

What to bring

Bring your towel, swimwear, shower gel, and shampoo for the adventure.

When you visit, make sure you've got a credit card or your phone set up for contactless payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay).

What's not allowed

Camera equipment, tripod, selfie sticks, and GoPro are strictly prohibited in Ruakari Cave.

Guests aged under 16 years and under 45kg are restricted from participating in this experience.

Smoking, food, drink or litter are not allowed inside the cave.

Pets are not allowed inside the cave.

Accessibility

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, people with mobility issues, people with back and neck problems, and guests who don't have a moderate fitness level or are too small.

Additional information

Facilities: Lockers, changing rooms, hot showers.

This experience operates only with a minimum of 2 guests.

No prior caving experience is needed. However, a good level of fitness is required.

You do need to be comfortable in the water. However, swimming is not a necessity. You will have a floating tube and expert guides for this experience.

Your guide will take photos of you on your tour, which you can purchase after the tour.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.