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You will see
- Bag End and a tour through an actual Hobbits home
- Go behind the curtain of how the Hobbiton magic is made with a visit to the Art Department's workshop.
- Great scenery - after all it inspired Peter Jackson to create Middle Earth right here in NZ!
- Hobbiton Movie Set and the surrounding working farm
- The Green Dragon Pub and Mill
From Cruise Port: Tauranga-Rotorua
Escape into the enchanting world of JRR Tolkein's imagination on the Ultimate Hobbiton experience.
Intricately recreated after being used as a film set for both the Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, this tour will take you to another world set deep in New Zealand farming countryside.
Whether you have read the books, seen the movies, or neither at all - this is one day you won't forget.
Our expert guide will set the scene as we leave the Bay of Plenty region and climb over the Kaimai Ranges. Admire the amazing scenery of the Waikato region before arriving at 'The Shire's Rest' visitors centre where your Ultimate Hobbiton experience begins.
Hobbiton Highlights:
- Our exclusive Behind The Scenes tour is limited to just 28 people daily. Explore 44 Hobbit holes set across 12 acres of lush pasture and manicured gardens.
- Learn inside tips from your specialist guide and get wrapped up in the fascinating stories they tell.
- See the new development at Bagshot Row which allows you to experience the intricate and detailed interiors of a Hobbit Hole.
- We will visit Bag End, the Party Tree, Gandalf's Cutting, The Mill House and more.
- Enjoy a complimentary ale, cider or ginger beer in the Green Dragon Inn where you can sit by the fire, admire the expert craftsmanship and imagine life as a hobbit!
Now its time for a very special lunch as you follow your guide over the bridge to The Millhouse, where lunch is served banquet style.
After lunch its time to take a glimpse behind the scenes at the Art Department where your guide will explain how the movie magic is made here.
Finally we take a leisurely self-guided stroll through an area of the Set not accessed by our other tour experiences and then enjoy a delicious Hobbit style cheese platter of cheese, chutneys and fruit served with a glass of bubbles, before boarding the Hobbiton coach to take us back to the Shires Rest.
After the amazing ultimate Hobbiton experience you then join your guide for the return to the Port of Tauranga.
Please note that due to changes in the booking Terms and Conditions at the Hobbiton Movie Set, the Hobbiton Tour charge portion of any tour will not be refunded should the ship cancel its port of call without giving at least 24 hours notice, OR, should the ship change its arrival or departure time meaning the scheduled tour time at Hobbiton is not possible.
This tour is proudly operated by us (Shore Trips and Tours) - Tauranga's best Shore Excursion team.
From Cruise Port: Tauranga-Rotorua
Included
- 4.5 hour guided tour of Hobbiton and Behind the Scenes tour
- A tankard of Hobbit Ale at the Green Dragon (+ non-alcoholic option) and then enjoy a banquet lunch in The Millhouse
- Air-conditioned transport to Hobbiton
- Experienced local guide - our guides are the best in the business.
- Food and cheer is important in the Shire, so you will be treated with a hearty feed in The Millhouse, our private fully themed venue to enjoy a decadent banquet lunch piled high with all the trimmings.
- Pick up and drop off at the port of Tauranga
- You can now see the interior of a Hobbit Hole with a series of themed rooms, cosey enough for a family of Hobbits.
Instructions
- Please be at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Details are on your voucher.
- This tour includes walking, with some steep inclines and steps on unmade paths
Restrictions
- Children/infants must have a valid ticket. Under NZ law each person is counted as part of our loading limit. For safety reasons we recommend you bring a suitable child/infant seat.
- Due to changes in the booking Terms and Conditions at the Hobbiton Movie Set, the Hobbiton Tour charge portion of any tour will not be refunded should the ship cancel its port of call without giving at least 24 hours notice, OR, should the ship change its arrival or departure time meaning the scheduled tour time at Hobbiton is not possible.
- This tour is not suitable for users of mobility scooters or wheelchairs.
- This tour operates with a minimum of 4 fare paying passengers. Should minimum numbers not be met on the day we will talk to you about alternative options.
Standard Tour Schedule Options | ||
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| start time | end time | |
| Ultimate Hobbiton Experience | 09:00 | 17:00 |
| Note: Start and end times may be revised to suit ETA / ETD of ship in port | ||
Standard Tour Prices (current) | |
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| Adult price | NZ $499.00 |
| Child price (11 to 17 yrs) | NZ $459.00 |
| Infant price (0 to 10 yrs) | NZ $399.00 |
| Note: Infants and children must have a valid ticket to travel | |
Exclusive Tour Prices (current) | |
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| Tour Duration | 8.00 hrs |
NOTE: Prices may vary depending on your Date of Travel.
Our Booking procedures quote the applicable prices before you commit to a Booking.
Are entry fees included?
Yes this is an all inclusive price, including a banquet lunch.
Is it suitable for children?
Absolutely! This is a magical and enchanting location for people of all ages.
Are meals included?
Yes, this Ultimate tour includes a banquet lunch served in The Mills, plus a cheese platter with bubbles at the end of the experience.
Is there much walking?
The Hobbiton Movie Set is built on hilly countryside. There are some steep inclines and unmade paths. A mobility buggy is sometimes available (not guaranteed) which can be booked in advance for no charge.
Can this tour be offered for my group?
Yes we can offer this tour program in most cases (space at Hobbiton permitting). But we require a minimum of 4 persons, so will combine individual bookings.
I can not make a booking for this tour as there are no seats left.
There are only 28 places daily on this tour, so best to book well in advance.
If we have to cancel is a refund available?
We offer refunds on all tours as per our Terms and Conditions which you can find under the More Info menu. However, the Hobbiton Movie Set has imposed new conditions for bookings, so if a ship cancels a port of call visit with less than 24 hours notice, the Hobbiton ticket charge is not refundable. Shore Trips and Tours will refund the remainder of the tour cost to you.
What happens if our ship arrives late or has to leave port early?
Due to the timing of the tour at Hobbiton, the tour must depart the port by 9am and will not return to the ship until 5pm. We will check this suits your ships port of call times before we accept your booking.
