Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves from Auckland - Smaller Group
Overview
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13 hours
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Choose FlexiToursNZ for a smaller . We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay a little more to be comfortable. This tour involves a lot of driving and is more enjoyable if you are comfortable and not crushed up
against other people on the vehicle. We keep the groups small with no more than 12 people on our vehicle, meaning our drivers can and will give you, personal service.
Check out our reviews to see what customers say about us, our vehicles and our team of experienced and enthusiastic drivers.
All meals provided on the tour are prepared in a professional kitchen and are normally served in a restaurant or café.
Very occasionally Meals may be served picnic style
Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need minimum numbers (or price equivalent) to run tours.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Make sure to choose the correct tour - start and finish point. There are 2 options available. It is essential to choose the correct option, or we may not be able to get you back to where you want to be.
not suitable for children under 2
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Buffet Lunch
Admission to Hobbiton Movie Set
Air-conditioned vehicle
We only supply lunch. Please bring your own water if you need a drink while travelling. We are certified in sustainable tourism and do not provide anything in single use packaging.
Pickup outside the city centre, shuttle can be arranged for a small fee
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hobbiton Movie Set
Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour including a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon plus a Buffet Luch at the Marquee
Waitomo Caves
At Waitomo Caves you will have a guided tour of the 1 caves you have booked - The world renowned Waitomo Glow-worm cave
Options
Auckland to Auckland
Duration: 13 hours
lunch
Auckland to Auckland: continue to Waitomo caves for 45 minute tour of Waitomo including a boat ride.
Mini Bus
Pickup included
Auckland to Rotorua
Duration: 13 hours
lunch
Auckland to Rotorua: Start you tour with accomodation/hotel pickup in Auckland (central) + be dropped at your accomodation in central Rotorua
Minibus
Pickup included
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Phenomenal Experience
maggiebK2RM,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Louise was phenomenal super friendly and made sure that everyone felt at home away from home! Thank you for an unforgettable experience here in NZ! Would highly recommend Louise to anyone and Flexi we will definitely be back to book with you! Thank you! ~Maggie and Josh
Amazing experience
O4223WYjoshf,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Louise did an amazing job on the tour making things extremely easy and fun for us. I plan on using them each time I return here.
Highly recommend!
laniehirsch7,
Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would highly recommend both Hobbiton and Waitomo. They were very different experiences, but both were so fun! Hobbiton was so charming and fun even if you’re not a huge LOTR fan, and the Waitomo Caves were so cool to see. Our drivers/guides were Darryl and Jason, and they were both kind and knowledgeable!
Many thanks :)
WaiPik M,
May 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Heartfelt thanks to Edson and Sandra (the guides), who helped me a lot when I was sick. They are very professional, caring, and kind. Furthermore, thanks to their colleagues for making special arrangements for each group in dealing with my case. All the best to all of you. Thanks again.
Efficient and comfortable trip
Excursion777395,
May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A long day and lots of driving, but the bus/van was very comfortable and the group was small. Our driver was very friendly and informative. The stops at Hobbitron and the Waitomo Caves were well worth it. This saved a day by doing both on the same day. The trip is advertised as 13 hours, but that's a worst case. For me it took just over 11 hours. This company is very organized and make sure you know exactly what to expect and when and where to meet. I highly recommend them.
Hobbit was more than worth it and Waitomo caves and glowing worms was a bust
845akhtara,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trip to Hobbiton was amazing. Jason, our driver was punctual, fun and knowledgeable. Operation at Hobbiton runs perfectly. Even though it was stormy with lot of rain and wind, ten there was prepared. Lunch was exceptional and a plenty. Waitomo caves were ok but the boat ride in the caves and glowing worm setting was over hyped and not worth it. Instead people should try real glowing worm experience going deep in the jungle in pitch black and observe galaxies of glowing worms…
Wonderful experience!
marielinas2024,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour, and very practical since I did not have much time, so I could combine the visits to Hobbiton and Waitomo with travel from Auckland to Rotorua. Hobbiton is an absolute must see, and the Waitomo caves were also a special place. our guide/driver was also very knowledgeable and showed us some extra sights on the way.
Hands down best...
Aide T,
Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hands down best experience, my husband is obsessed with Lord of the Rings this was originally for him, but I injoyed just as much as he did. The waitomo caves were beautiful. Would absolutely do again
Our family loved every...
Joe P,
Mar 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family loved every minute of this tour! Hobbiton and the Glowworm Caves were absolutely stunning—truly magical experiences. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, the transportation comfortable, and the van well-equipped. An amazing day from start to finish!
It's an early rise for a...
J L,
Feb 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It's an early rise for a 6:30am pickup but the tour ran smoothly. At the Hobbiton and the caves, the actual tours were conducted by those managing the sites not FlexiTour. The tour fee you'll be paying beyond the entry fees for the Hobbiton and the cave are in effect paid for the transport and the driver's commentary. In this respect, the coach was spacious and the driver was informative, creative and nice. It was good that the guide decided to show us some extra attractions as an alternative to us waiting an hour for the caves tour. I must say that the tour is on the pricier side compared to other similar tours for the Hobbiton and the caves. The tour also stops at the Hobbiton first before the caves, meaning that if you intend to be dropped off at Rotorua after the caves there's a bit of extended journey time. You may need also need to finish your Hobbiton lunch relatively swiftly as there is not much time for seconds. Overall, however, it is a pleasant experience for those who don't drive and want to join a tour where everything is sorted out for you.
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