Hobbiton Day ex Rotorua ROT-ROT GL16RH (0815-1400)

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Hobbiton Day ex Rotorua ROT-ROT GL16RH (0815-1400)

Travel in style on a coach tour from Rotorua to Hobbiton Movie Set and discover where cinematic magic was made!

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative commentary and share stories about the region and its history.

Take a guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set and learn how this picturesque farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth. Your guide will show you Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, the Mill and many other structure from the movies.

Then enjoy a tasty lunch at The Green Dragon Inn before making your way back to Rotorua.

Useful Tip: A complimentary pick-up and drop-off service is provided from various inner city hotels.