Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set & Hamilton Gardens Experience
Visit the world-renowned Hamilton Gardens and the Hobbiton Movie Set, all in one day on this luxury private tour from Auckland. Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the setting for The Shire that featured in Peter Jackson directed films, “The Lord of The Rings” where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit holes', the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, and so much more cinematic magic! And experience the journey of hidden stories, secret symbols, interesting snippets, and new insights into some of our most popular gardens with a café style lunch included.
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Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set & Hamilton Gardens Experience
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What's included in Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set & Hamilton Gardens Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)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.
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.
We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
Inclusions
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Private transportation
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland
- Discover the inside story and hidden meanings in each garden
- Uncover the magical beauty of Hamilton Gardens
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Admission to themed Hamilton Gardens on a self-guided audio tour
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
- WiFi on board
- Admission to 2 hours Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Café Style lunch at Hamilton Gardens Café
- Complimentary beverages at the Green Dragon Inn
- Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai ranges
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scenes secrets
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- 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
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- 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.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
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