Tours/Auckland/A magical day tour : Hobbiton, Blue Springs, and Waitomo Caves
Viator · Private tour

A magical day tour : Hobbiton, Blue Springs, and Waitomo Caves

4.9(22)Auckland1 hour
VIATOR4.9(10)TRIPADVISOR4.8(12)

Description

Explore New Zealand's beautiful scenery on a unique one-day tour package! Immerse yourself in the magical world of Hobbiton Film Set, where the charm of the Shire comes to life. Then enjoy the pure and serene beauty of Blue Spring. Finally, immerse yourself in the mystical world of Waitomo Caves. Sparkling fireflies light up the darkness and create a wonderful underground world. Join us for a day filled with adventure, wonder, and lasting memories. Our tour is a small group tour of the three most famous places in New Zealand's North Island, so it is difficult for an individual to go because each is far away. Rather than a group tour, it is a private tour for families, friends, couples, and newlyweds, and is the most memorable experience in New Zealand. We provide tours that will leave you with precious memories. Make precious memories with your loved ones!!

Tour Options

A magical day tour : Hobbiton, Blue Springs, and Waitomo Caves
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

150 min

We pick up guests from their accommodations and take them to the Waitomo Caves. It takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes

Admission included150 min

Take a boat ride through the Glowworm Caves, known as one of New Zealand's greatest natural attractions, see thousands of magical glowworms and become part of over 130 years of cultural and natural history. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and after the tour you will be taken to Blue Springs. Travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

70 min

It will be a time for your mind to be healed while taking a walk along the clear, blue water stream, the source of New Zealand's water, listening to beautiful nature and scenery, and the sounds of many birds and insects. The tour time is about 60 minutes, and after the tour, we move to Tirau Village for a meal. The travel time is about 10 minutes.

80 min

Have lunch in Tilau village You can choose the menu you want and buy it. It is about 50 minutes and after that we move to Hobbiton. Travel time is approximately 30 minutes

Admission included150 min

Visit the exterior filming sets of the movies The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. This is a village so pretty and detailed that it makes you think it's a village where hobbits still live. It's a wonderful village where the hobbits seem to open the door and come out to welcome you. Have fun finding the mixture of real and fake, visit the main character's house and the cafe featured in the movie, drink ginger beer, and feel like you are the main character of The Hobbit.

120 min

At the end of your fantastic tour, your guide will take you comfortably and safely back to your accommodation.

Highlights

Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

The guest will pick up ahead at the appointed time. Depending on the local ticket situation, the tour departure time may vary. *Additional pick-up charges may apply for accommodation outside of Auckland or airport pick-up. *Tour departure after airport pickup on the same day is not allowed to go to one of the tour sites due to the delay in starting time and the tour fee is not partially refunded.

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(22)

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I4433ZWlees
May 8, 2026
North Island is completely conquered

Thanks to the guide, the trip was much more special and enjoyable! The various stories and explanations about New Zealand were interesting during the journey, and it was very helpful to give you a thorough description of it, from before the trip to tastes and useful tips. The schedule is well structured so that you can experience a lot of good places in a short time, and thanks to it, you will be remembered for a long time. From Wyattomo to the Blue Springs and Hobbiton, we were able to visit the city without any burden. Thank you very much!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are truly happy to hear that your trip became such a special and enjoyable memory for you. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed not only the tour itself, but also the stories, travel tips, and local recommendations along the way. We always do our best to help our guests experience New Zealand comfortably and meaningfully, even within a short schedule, so we are very glad that you were able to enjoy places like Waitomo, Blue Springs, and Hobbiton without feeling rushed or tired. 😊 Your warm words give us great encouragement and motivation. We sincerely hope the rest of your journey is filled with beautiful memories, and we would love to see you again when you visit New Zealand in the future. Thank you once again and take care always!

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B3119HPleeh
April 19, 2026
Very very goooooooood!!✨✨✨

I went on a wedding trip yesterday. The wedding. :) Once we can't speak English. What the guide explains. You don't know anything. I want to save a Korean guide. I searched hard. The review also found a very good sun tour. Probably not meeting in our country. I see you meet locally. I was a little anxious, though! After meeting the guide on the tour day We had a very comfortable and enjoyable time. ✨ So that you can enjoy the tour. If you are located where you can see the tour site well, Explain the tour in detail. It was so good! As a result we are in a very good position It was great to watch the tour 👍🏻👍🏻 The most comfortable of this trip It was a happy time! Next time you come to New Zealand again, I don't want to apply for another day of Suntour! On the way back ice cream + meal Share and tell you the next trip. Travel tips or how to enjoy So hard, so detailed. Thank you so much! Something incredible feeling traveling with a friend of Jin,,! I applied for this tour and I loved it. I hope to see you next time, 🙂

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Monique_d
April 11, 2026
Just to note- this...

Just to note- this specific tour is a private tour. We did not know that as the listing doesn’t explicitly state it. The tour was great. It is a long journey from Auckland (about 2.5hrs one way), but totally worth it. Our guide, Roby, was a joy to spend the day with. Definitely recommend!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great time despite the long journey from Auckland, and that it was worth it! It’s especially wonderful to know that Roby made your day even more enjoyable — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you on another tour in the future! 😊

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rgA9569SJ
April 9, 2026
Hobbiton, blue spring, and glow worms

It was a fun tour bringing me too three great locations that were all very beautiful, driver was nice and nice to was a good way to spend the day

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad to hear that you had a fun day with us. We truly appreciate you spending your day with us and hope to see you again on another tour in the future 😊

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Tourist55570
April 2, 2026
Amazing visit

We had an awesome day. Our tour guide made it extra special and very comfortable. He’s the best!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had an awesome day and that your tour guide made it extra special and comfortable for you. Your feedback truly means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass along your lovely comments to him—he’ll be so happy to hear that he’s “the best”! 😊 We hope to welcome you again on another adventure with us in the future!

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Z6156MIsteveb
April 2, 2026
No fan of automatic gratuity for any size party.

Glad they are staying open but not a fan of any sort of automatic gratuity

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We completely understand your concerns regarding automatic gratuity. Please note that tipping is never required or enforced, and our goal is always to ensure our guests feel comfortable and satisfied with their experience. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you again.

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I8388MF_
April 2, 2026
Sunrise shoot!!

I went on a day's sunny tour to the most anticipated of this trip to New Zealand, the Whitomo Cave, Hobbit Town, and Blue Spring. In conclusion, it was a very satisfactory choice. New Zealand's weather was so famous for turbulence that I was worried that morning. In fact, when I was moving in the car, it was raining and I wanted to say, "I took all the pictures today," but it was striking that every time I arrived at the tour site, the sky became clear like a lie. Guides also laughed and said, "My name is Sunny Tour, because of the name of the travel agency, I was able to leave a picture of my life in the sun at every important moment. From the whirlwinds of the Whitomo Cave, the Hobbit Village, and the blueseaters, where water colours were really unrealistic. Especially if you went on a free trip, I think it was a much more enriching trip because the guide carefully took care of local information or hidden photos. The journey was a fairly long course, and the driving was stable, and the overall progress was smooth and the fatigue was much less. If you are planning a trip to North Island, don't worry and I would recommend you to use SunnyTour. Thanks to it, I make a lot of good memories!

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William_C
March 11, 2026
Outstanding guide to the best places!

Even though this tour started late, the company and tour guide were quick to apologize, take responsibility, and make amends. I can't say enough wonderful things about the whole day. The guide was friendly and fun, the places were those forever memory-maker kind of places, and the day was the best! This is the tour you don't want to miss.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your kind review. We are truly relieved to hear that you had a satisfying tour despite the late start caused by our mistake. We sincerely appreciate your understanding. Once again, we are very sorry for what happened that day, and we are grateful that you still enjoyed the experience with us. Your kind words encourage our team to keep improving and providing the best experiences possible. Thank you again for choosing our tour, and we hope to see you again on another adventure in New Zealand! 😊

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851hyunjungk
February 22, 2026
Best choice for those who want to take a tour full of honey tips!

I booked with a friend and two, but it was so nice to have a private tour with only a friend! Whitomo, the Blues Springs, and Hobbiton were so good. Three must-see places in North Island, New Zealand!! Whitomona Hobitton walked in with a local guide when you got inside, and this was a beautiful photo spot or honey tips that can be easily accessed, so I was able to pick out a whole bunch! The total collection of honey tips was the best!👍 And the burger you brought in in the middle of the restaurant was the most delicious burger ever eaten in Australia and New Zealand, and the side dishes were all delicious so I could enjoy a happy lunch. The interior of the car was spacious and comfortable so it was nice to go and rest, and we made snacks, so we ate in the middle! Next time you visit New Zealand, I'll book it at Sunny Tour! Thank you, guide.

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K9566LL_
February 22, 2026
New Zealand's core only perfect day tour... Definitely 1.

This tour course is really good! When I was sleeping, I was not too long, I was in Wymouth, I was listening, I was talking, I was in Blue Springs, I was hungry, I was eating at a nearby cafe, and I was just 20 minutes from Hobbiton. Great photos, New Zealand travel tips, great places to go, etc. Learn a lot about New Zealand and tell us where you want to go more vibrant and comfortable! Especially when you go with your guide and travel with a tourist guide, tell me a lot of tips that you would not know if you went on a free trip, such as where you should be in the group, where you should be in which location to take pictures more beautifully! The guide also felt that he was very caring for the guests, and answered all the questions very well, and the hamburger and hookwolf served in the lunch cafe was really delicious. (Matsal Ghide..) I was able to introduce all the restaurants in the city, so I could visit the recommended local restaurants. It's a full-blown tour!!

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