Explore Waitomo and Hobbiton - Full-Day Tour

Experience the Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set on this full day tour from Auckland.

Head to the famous Waitomo Glow-worm Caves, a 45 minute guided tour will take you through this underground wonder and learn about the amazing glow-worms in the limestone caves formed over 30 million years ago. Finish the tour with a small boat cruise through the Glow-worm Grotto.

Then travel to Matamata, home of the Hobbiton Movie Set, the world-famous filming location for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbiton movies. See Hobbit holes, stroll through lush gardens and learn how this private farm became the heart of Middle-earth..

Itinerary

From 7:15am: Hotel pickups commence (Complimentary hotel pick-up/drop-off available from selected inner-city hotels)

7:30am: Arrive at Sky City Coach Terminal, check in and board

7:45am: Coach departs Auckland, 102 Hobson Street

10:30am: Arrive at Waitomo Caves for guided tour

12:15pm: Depart Waitomo Caves

2:00pm: Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set for guided tour

5:00pm: Depart Hobbiton Movie Set

7:15pm: Arrive at Sky City Coach Terminal, 102 Hobson Street

7:20pm: Hotel drop offs commence