"Then we were off to Hobbiton! We had such high expectations for this part of our trip because we are huge LOTR and Hobbit fans and it met every one of them!"
Kathy
USA
Explore the experiences included in this tour:
An Enchanting Journey
Enjoy the journey and the destination
Your magical day experience starts before you reach Hobbiton Movie Set. It starts the moment you embark in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. The journey to Matamata, the home of Hobbiton, takes you through Waikato and King Country, green pastures with tales and Maori lore.
The Rolling Countryside of Matamata
An authentic rural farming town
For a taste of authentic New Zealand, enjoy the scenery of Matamata, an authentic rural farming town. It lies in an idyllic landscape with sheep farms and wonderful views towards theKaimaiRanges in the east.
Hobbiton Movie Set
The Fantasy World of Middle-earth
You don’t need to be a Lord of the Rings fan to feel the movie magic in the air at Hobbiton Movie Set. It’s easy to see why Hobbiton Movie Set is frequently named a must do when in New Zealand.
Wander through the movie set while your enthusiastic guide enlights you on the lore of Hobbiton Movie Set. Wander into a Hobbit Hole, take photos in picturesque settings and enjoy a complimentary beverage at the end of your Middle-earth adventure.
Where does your journey end?
Choose between Rotorua and Auckland
Where would you like to call home after your magical day discovering Hobbiton Movie Set? The choice is yours. If there is more you wish to see in Auckland, we can return to Auckland together. If you would like to discover the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, we can provide drop off at Rotorua for an additional charge.