Tour from Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tours - Matamata Tours / Activities Waikato

Tour from Rotorua

Your tour starts from Rotorua with a scenic drive across the Kaimai Ranges to The Shires Rest Cafe. It then continues through the picturesque 1,250 acre sheep farm with spectacular views across to the Kaimai Ranges. Your guide will escort you through the ten acre site recounting fascinating details of how the Hobbiton set was created.

The Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, Mill and other structures created for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films can be viewed and you will see how this beautiful piece of Waikato farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle-earth.

Upon completion of your tour of the set you will return to The Shires Rest to enjoy the Sheep Farm Experience followed by a complimentary snack. You are then returned to Rotorua.

Tour duration from Rotorua: 4 1/2 hours (approx).

Departure times from Tourism Rotorua (1167 Fenton St) are 8-30am and 1-30pm. Free transfer available from other points. Times vary depending on your pick up point and the EXACT time will be advised with your confirmation.

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More Information

Children are welcome
Youth rate is 10 - 14 years
Child rate is 5 - 9 years
Infant rate is 0 - 4 years
Limit of two children per paying adult

Hobbiton Movie Set is closed 05 Oct 2011 to 08 Nov 2011 inclusive. We apologise for any inconvenience.

The Shires Rest Cafe WILL remain open during this time.

The Shires Rest Cafe WILL remain open during this time.

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