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Leave Auckland for a day in the Waikato to walk the film set that became the Shire. This guided tour includes round‑door hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn time, insider filmmaking stories and a packed lunch.
Leave Auckland for a day in the Waikato to walk the film set that became the Shire. This guided tour includes round‑door hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn time, insider filmmaking stories and a packed lunch.
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Operated by Expedigo Tours and Travels Auckland · Matamata, Waikato
The bus eases out of Auckland and the city noise falls away as the Waikato opens into broad green folds. Two and a half hours later you step onto a working sheep farm and the low hills seem to lean forward, inviting exploration. Morning light glances off round doors, garden paths, and the crooked chimneys of the Shire.
easy.
7–8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves 2–3 hours of gentle walking and standing with short uneven sections
Yes—round‑trip pick up and drop off from central Auckland is included in this small‑group tour.
The on‑site guided walk is approximately 2.5 hours and covers the main set and gardens.
The experience is family‑friendly; paths can accommodate strollers on main sections but some grassy slopes and steps may be challenging.
Packed lunches are provided; notify the operator when booking so they can accommodate dietary requirements where possible.
The site was adapted from farm fields into a film set for The Lord of the Rings and later The Hobbit; it has since been preserved and curated as a visitor attraction on working farmland.
Operations balance visitor access with farm activity—guides emphasize staying on paths, and the site maintains horticulture and waste‑management practices to protect the landscape.
Expedigo Tours and Travels Auckland operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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