Passeios por Hobbiton Movie Set

I had a reservation for a specific time slot, so I presented my mobile voucher at the counter to check in. During the shuttle transfer, a short video was played, giving a welcoming feeling and an exciting sense that a fantasy world was about to unfold! The guide led everyone on a tour of the park. It's crucial to keep up and not wander off or linger, as you need to seize the time to enjoy the scenery or take photos; once you miss something, there's no going back. The guide spoke entirely in English, but it didn't matter if I didn't understand all the explanations; I still had a great time! The guide even helped with photos! The last stop was a restaurant and bar, where everyone could choose one free drink. I opted for the only non-alcoholic option, ginger ale, which was a large, delicious, and filling drink! I really wanted to sit by the warm fireplace for an hour or two, but unfortunately, we only had a few brief minutes (maybe half an hour, or even less, I've forgotten a bit). Besides the free drink, there was also self-serve coffee available. Upon leaving the park, everyone received a souvenir-shaped cup. P.S.: Before entering the park, the guide asked if anyone didn't know why they were there. I really wanted to raise my hand because I hadn't even seen the related movies or books. When planning the itinerary, I even considered skipping this man-made attraction to save some travel expenses, but I'm so glad I came! The natural scenery is beautiful, and the architecture, decorations, and various objects are all exquisitely crafted, as if they were naturally formed! Of course, they are also meticulously maintained! It's definitely worth a visit!

The tour was well organized, informative, and enjoyable from start to finish. It was fascinating to learn about the history and behind-the-scenes details of the set. The scenery was stunning, and there were plenty of opportunities to take memorable photos. The comfortable luxury van made the journey relaxing and pleasant, allowing us to sit back and take in the beautiful scenery along the way.

A very lovely experience on the whole! Loved both the Waitomo Caves tour and the Hobbiton Movie set tour. All the guides were very clear and professional in their explanation, with drops of humour. Rachel the bus driver and main guide was also very reassuring, responsible and clear in instructions. we saw many lovely free range sheeps and cows along the way. very valuable for money. the coach bus was also comfortable!

The Hobbiton tour was really fun! I'm really glad that this package includes transport from our accommodation to the set, as it was really far. Our driver was really friendly too!

The course was presented as follows: You will be picked up with other members at each hotel at approximately 6:00 AM. Then, we would go to Hobbiton and arrive around 8:30 AM. We would board a shuttle bus to the Hobbiton scenic area, be guided by a tour guide, and stay until about 11:30 AM. We would then arrive at the Te Puia Māori Institute at 12:45 PM. The tour guide would introduce Māori culture and kiwis, and we would watch the geyser there. We would start our return to Auckland at approximately 3:00 PM. Finally, we would pass through Rotorua Lake and return to Auckland. We would return to our hotel between 6:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Thanks to our tourist guide, Mr. ADil, under his detailed commentary and assistance, we had the best experiences.

Even on a rainy day, the Hobbiton Movie Set tour was amazing! Our guide was super friendly and informative, and he managed the time so well that we got to enjoy every part of the trip. The buffet lunch was really good too, and ending at The Green Dragon Inn made it extra special. Such a memorable experience—highly recommended!

A group of about 10-11 people can be picked up directly from their accommodation, which is very convenient. The journey by car is quite long, approximately 5-6 hours round trip. The car is usually full, so taller individuals might find it a bit uncomfortable. However, the driver is very nice and will arrange breaks along the way. Apart from the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, which have an English tour, the commentary along the way and at Hobbiton is in Chinese. If your English isn't strong, this is a good option.

It was magical Hobbiton Movie Set and the Glow Worm Caves. Great day tour! Great lunch too. Kudos to our guide Richard even though his new, He tried his best to make it memorable for us. Highly Recommended tour with Cheeky Kiwi Tours.