Drive through the scenic roads of Waikato on a chauffeur driven premium luxury vehicle to experience life as a Hobbit like never before! Join the Hobbiton Film Set at dusk with a guided tour of the Shire and a banquet feast fit for a Hobbit served inside the world-famous Green Dragon Inn. Eat like a King (Hobbit) before a gentle lantern-lit walk through the Shire with Hobbiton lit up. Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of the Shire as featured in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit Trilogies. Feast on a Hobbit-inspired dinner banquet and end the evening with an unforgettable lantern-lit walk through the village wandering paths of the Shire.
Specialized infant seats are available. Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat. Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.. Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.. There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.. We are able to accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.. The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.. Please note this experience is extremely popular and may require you to book 4-6 weeks in advance during peak season.. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items. Easy and good fitness level required. This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended. Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.. The departure time from Auckland for the evening banquet experience will change throughout the year due to sunset timings.. Indicative departure time from Auckland is [03:00 pm in January]; [02:30 pm in February]; [02:00 pm in March]; [12:30 pm in April]; [12:00 pm in May]; [12:00 pm in June].. Indicative departure time from Auckland is [12:00 pm in July]; [12:15 pm in August]; [12:45 pm in September]; [01:45 pm in October]; [02:30 pm in November]; [03:00 pm in December].. You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.. Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability
The departure time from Auckland for the evening banquet experience will change throughout the year due to sunset timings.
Indicative departure time from Auckland is [03:00 pm in January]; [02:30 pm in February]; [02:00 pm in March]; [12:30 pm in April]; [12:00 pm in May]; [12:00 pm in June].
Indicative departure time from Auckland is [12:00 pm in July]; [12:15 pm in August]; [12:45 pm in September]; [01:45 pm in October]; [02:30 pm in November]; [03:00 pm in December].