Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland to Auckland | La Vacanza Travel

Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland to Auckland

Duration: 8 hours
Destination: New Zealand, North Island, Auckland
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  • 8 hours
  • Auckland
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

After leaving Auckland we travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming. You will also pass some sheep farms on your way to Hobbiton. On arrival at Hobbiton you will have time get something to eat (own expense) or explore the Shires Rest Souvenir shop before joining Hobbiton Tours for a group walking tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set including a complementary drink at the Green Dragon before boarding our coach to return to Auckland
This tour starts later than most (at 12 noon) and we guarantee departure. Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Hobbiton Movie Set, 501 Buckland Road Matamata, Hinuera 3472 New Zealand

Afternoon tour - departs at 12:00 - Hotel pickups from 11:30. Travel to and from Hobbiton in a late model Mercedes Van with luxury fit-out and then join the 2 hour bus and walking tour of Hobbiton with a local guide. There are no meals included but you have time on arrival in Hobbiton buy and eat food before you go on tour

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Luxury seating with Leather seats and extra leg room
  • Extra wide VIP seating in back row of coach
  • pickup from non central locations for a small fee
  • Entry/Admission - Hobbiton Movie Set

Exclusions
  • Lunch - Opportunity to buy own lunch if needed at Shires Rest Cafe at Hobbiton
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • not suitable for people with mobility problems - with advance notice a golf cart may be able to be arranged
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We pick from any accomodation but if it is not centrally located we can organise a shuttle for you. These are generally much cheaper than an Uber or a Taxi because we would like you to be collected by on of our team to make sure you get to the tour

Guaranteed departure - Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours. We build the groups so you do not need to be a group of 4 to book. It is helpful but not essential If you are able to be flexible with your dates.

Ports

  • Ports of Auckland, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

8 hours


User's Reviews

TheUKN473

26 Feb, 2024

Fabulous day at Hobbiton with Chris from Flexi Tours. We travelled with a group of 8 down to Hobbiton from Auckland - Chris met us at SkyCity Hotel in great time and we hit the road. Chris was very easy to talk to and extremely welcoming. Chris ensured the elderly members of our group were safe and sound, as well as keeping up communication with all group members. Chris is a great ambassador for Auckland and for Flexi Tours. The buffet lunch at Hobbiton was wonderful, well arranged and no chaos considering the amount of people. Well-oiled machine. The tour of Hobbiton itself was as breathtaking as always - the scenery, offering and staff make this experience what it is. The new Hobbit Hole experience exceeding all of my expectations, this is exactly what Hobbiton was missing and makes for a very exciting end to the tour.

newyorktraveler2013

22 Nov, 2023

The Hobbiton was definitely worth visiting, the van seats about 10 people, it was very clean and well-maintained. Once you get there, Hobbiton's own dedicated guides will take you around in groups. We had to go to the CBD area to pick up 1 group and then a quite remote location near the airport to pick up another group so although it might have been on the way it felt like we were in the van longer. The driver tried to keep us entertained and was cordial. We would have preferred a quiet car for our safety and for a more relaxing environment to sleep/rest in. Would recommend pairing this with another activity so you make the most of the 5 -6 hour drive from/back to auckland.

Shelby_L

01 Oct, 2023

Darryl was a very interesting and informative host, told us so much about the history of New Zealand and the Maori people and culture. Kia Ora (that means thank you, right?)!

OregonOpus

20 Jun, 2023

This tour was professional and well done. Our driver/host was personable and friendly. Pickup was on time & the tour bus was “as described” in the adverts. Our host was familiar with the Hobbiton staff & their policies/procedures, which was very helpful. We were provided a scenic route back, off the beaten path, based on traffic conditions. Of course, Hobbiton was a wonderful experience, a must-do for LOTR fans which provides insight into how the films were produced. Remember, this is a movie set, not a theme park. I recommend using the services of FlexiToursNZ.

thomasgJ1159YZ

25 Apr, 2023

When another tour operator cancelled at the last minute, I contacted FlexiTours in a panic, since I had less than a week to book a tour on the only day I had available. Everyone I contacted at Flexitours (thank you, Phillipa and Mata!) was very helpful and supportive. We got the ideal tour on our date! The driver Darryl was wonderful! Full of wonderful information both en route to Hobbiton and on the way back to Auckland. I really cannot overstate how wonderful our trip was. I strongly recommend FlexiTours and Darryl to anyone considering the trip from Auckland to Hobbiton.

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