Please present the e-voucher on-site；On the day of the tour, please board the vehicle at the designated meeting point using the name provided during booking.

Children under 15 are not permitted to travel alone and must be accompanied by an adult aged 22 or older throughout the tour.；Travelers aged 70 and above: Must confirm they are physically fit for travel, provide a health certificate (digital copy accepted) before the trip, and be accompanied by a family member or friend aged 22 or older throughout the tour.；Some vehicles do not have luggage compartments. If you bring luggage without prior notice and it cannot fit in the vehicle, the driver/guide reserves the right to refuse the luggage. You may store your luggage near the meeting point before joining the tour.；This tour does not include insurance. We strongly recommend that you purchase personal travel insurance to ensure your health, safety, and financial security.；New Zealand law requires children aged 7 and under to use a child seat. You may bring your own or request to rent one from us for NZ$20 per seat/trip.

Auckland, New Zealand | Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour (Mandarin-Speaking Guide / Visit The Lord of the Rings Filming Locations / Explore Glowworm Caves)

New Zealand-Auckland

Booking confirmation: within 2 days before the departure

Duration:1 day(s)

Guided language: Mandarin

Free cancellation up to 15 day(s) in advance

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour: Visit the filming locations from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies and wander through Middle-earth.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Take a boat ride to see thousands of glowworms and witness 120 years of cultural and natural history.
Efficient Itinerary: Combine two major North Island attractions in one day, perfect for travelers with limited time.
Rich Experience: Enjoy the pastoral scenery of Middle-earth in the morning and explore the underground galaxy of glowworms in the afternoon.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Package options

Package details

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Option A - Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour

07:30 Please wait in the hotel lobby 10-20 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. We will depart from the city hotel on time for the Hobbiton Middle-earth tour. (Travel time: approx. 3 hours)
10:30 Arrive at Hobbiton. We will take you to visit the filming locations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies to experience the real Middle-earth. Follow your guide through the 1,250-acre picturesque sheep farm, enjoy the majestic views extending to the Kaimai Ranges, and marvel at the wonders of nature. Visit 44 unique Hobbit holes and Bag End, where Frodo and Bilbo's adventures began. You will be amazed by the Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, the Mill, and the Party Tree. Listen to the legendary stories about the origins of the Hobbits. (Tour duration: approx. 2 hours)
12:30 Lunch (depending on the selected package)
13:30 After lunch, we will drive to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. (Travel time: approx. 1.5 hours)
15:00 Arrive at Waitomo Glowworm Caves. The name 'Waitomo' comes from the Maori words 'wai' (water) and 'tomo' (hole). Over millions of years, underground streams have eroded the soft limestone to create these cave systems. Here, you will see stalactites growing from the ceiling, stalagmites rising from the floor, and layered rock formations shaped by dripping water over centuries. Thousands of glowworms on the cave walls create a sparkling galaxy. Board a special boat, and a professional guide will lead you into this magical world, sharing the history of the caves and local Maori culture. You will then board a boat inside the cave to quietly admire the sparkling galaxy of thousands of glowworms with other travelers and marvel at the wonders of nature. (Tour duration: approx. 50 minutes)
16:00 Depart for Auckland. Travel time is approx. 3 hours, arriving at around 19:00.

Option B - Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton Day Tour

07:30 Please wait in the hotel lobby 10-20 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. We will depart from the city hotel on time for the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves. (Travel time: approx. 3 hours)
10:30 Arrive at Waitomo Glowworm Caves. The name 'Waitomo' comes from the Maori words 'wai' (water) and 'tomo' (hole). Over millions of years, underground streams have eroded the soft limestone to create these cave systems. Here, you will see stalactites growing from the ceiling, stalagmites rising from the floor, and layered rock formations shaped by dripping water over centuries. Thousands of glowworms on the cave walls create a sparkling galaxy. Board a special boat, and a professional guide will lead you into this magical world, sharing the history of the caves and local Maori culture. You will then board a boat inside the cave to quietly admire the sparkling galaxy of thousands of glowworms with other travelers and marvel at the wonders of nature. (Tour duration: approx. 50 minutes)
11:30 Lunch (depending on the selected package)
12:30 After lunch, we will drive to Hobbiton. (Travel time: approx. 1.5 hours)
14:00 We will take you to visit the filming locations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies to experience the real Middle-earth. Follow your guide through the 1,250-acre picturesque sheep farm, enjoy the majestic views extending to the Kaimai Ranges, and marvel at the wonders of nature. Visit 44 unique Hobbit holes and Bag End, where Frodo and Bilbo's adventures began. You will be amazed by the Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, the Mill, and the Party Tree. Listen to the legendary stories about the origins of the Hobbits. (Tour duration: approx. 2 hours)
16:00 End of the Middle-earth tour and return to Auckland. Travel time is approx. 3 hours, arriving at 19:00.
The itinerary sequence and timing are for reference only and may be adjusted based on factors such as site capacity. The actual schedule is subject to the driver/guide's arrangements on the day.
Please note that the itinerary (Option A or B) is determined by the actual ticket booking time and cannot be specified.

Purchase Notice

The itinerary sequence and timing are for reference only and may be adjusted based on factors such as site capacity. The actual schedule is subject to the driver/guide's arrangements on the day.
Please refer to the travel notification sent via SMS one day before the trip for the exact meeting time.
Please note that we cannot guarantee a Mandarin-speaking guide for the Hobbiton tour.

Reminders

A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 2 day(s) before the departure date
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Pregnant women
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Children under 15 are not permitted to travel alone and must be accompanied by an adult aged 22 or older throughout the tour.
Travelers aged 70 and above: Must confirm they are physically fit for travel, provide a health certificate (digital copy accepted) before the trip, and be accompanied by a family member or friend aged 22 or older throughout the tour.
Some vehicles do not have luggage compartments. If you bring luggage without prior notice and it cannot fit in the vehicle, the driver/guide reserves the right to refuse the luggage. You may store your luggage near the meeting point before joining the tour.
This tour does not include insurance. We strongly recommend that you purchase personal travel insurance to ensure your health, safety, and financial security.
New Zealand law requires children aged 7 and under to use a child seat. You may bring your own or request to rent one from us for NZ$20 per seat/trip.

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