New Zealand · MATAMATA TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 10 matamata tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Explore Hobbiton’s 12-acre Shire, hear film-set stories, enter a Hobbit Hole, and enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“I loved the way you told the story of how the land was discovered. The whole experience was brilliant and the guide, Sam, was very knowledgeable. Thank you.”
Tour Hobbiton from Matamata with return bus transfers, a guided walk through the Shire, movie secrets, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“very very cool trip, everything went as planned and even got a to try the homemade stout in the pub in Hobbiton that can't be bought anywhere else”
Visit Hobbiton from Auckland in a luxury Mercedes van, enjoy Waikato scenery, a guided Shire tour, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“It was amazing, our tour guide gabby was so fun and accommodating, she kept us all entertained on the two hour journey each way and giving us all detailed recommendations of the areas. our tour of hobbiton itself was fabulous, loved that the tour guides also love and enjoy their work and are very enthusiastic about it!”
See Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one scenic Auckland day, with luxury transport, local commentary, snacks, and guided entry.
“We were absolutely thrilled to see hobbiton for the first time and also the glow worm caves. Transport was great, so easy to have someone else organise everything. The guide/driver was so lovely and entertaining and provided snacks and water. Bucket list item ticked off! Thanks again for an amazing day 🫶”
Visit Hobbiton early from Auckland with a small group, scenic Waikato views, a guided Shire tour, and a drink at the Green Dragon.
“Activité incontournable si vous êtes sur l'île du Nord. Paysages époustouflants et atmosphère fidèle à l'ambiance des films. Nous avons eu Danny comme conducteur qui était au top du top !”
See Hobbiton, Rotorua, Te Puia, Mitai Māori culture, and Waitomo glowworms on a comfortable two-day tour from Auckland.
“We went to Hobbiton the Lord of the rings movie set. It was absolutely stunning and everything that we hoped it would be. We then went to Rototua to see the hot spring, and art institute. They were awesome to see and very interesting and educational. We then had a dinner buffet at the Maori village. Our guide gave us great information about the culture. The performance was fun to watch, and the food was delicious. The glow worms exhibition was so beautiful. We all loved going though the caves and learning about the glow worms. The boat ride under neath the glow worms was magical.”
See Hobbiton, Waitomo glowworms, and Rotorua in one long Auckland to Rotorua tour with guides, transport, and key admissions included.
See Lady Knox Geyser, Wai-O-Tapu, Rotorua’s redwoods, and Blue Springs on a full-day nature tour from Auckland.
“Great organized tour. Wai-o-Tapu is a magical place and Blue Springs is also beautiful. Recommended!”
Review of Auckland’s private Hobbiton day trip, with hotel pickup, scenic Waikato views, guided set tour, Green Dragon drink, and practical tips.
“We really loved our private transportation tour with Expedigo. We were very lucky that they had tickets for Hobbiton while everyone else was sold out! Our driver, Deane, was very attentive and kept us entertained with stories and facts about New Zealand. We greatly appreciated the late departure from Auckland given that we had just arrived that morning from the states. Having a late tour of Hobbiton was magical with the late afternoon light. The Mercedes van was very comfortable and spacious and Deane provided water and snacks. Overall, we had a very nice time and highly recommend this company!”
Explore Hobbiton from Auckland in a six-person van, with guided film-set access, ginger beer, scenic countryside, and lunch in Tīrau.
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