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Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
$781.84
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour brings fans to the heart of Middle Earth, showcasing iconic filming locations. Guided by knowledgeable “Nerds,” this tour offers a unique blend of humor and fascinating anecdotes from the film's production.

  • 🗺️ Visit Skippers Canyon Lookout to witness New Zealand's "Most Dangerous Road" and enjoy stunning views while learning about its role in the Lord of the Rings films.
  • 🏞️ Explore Arrowtown, awarded New Zealand's 'Most Beautiful Small Town' in 2020 and 2023, and delve into its rich gold rush history while enjoying morning or afternoon tea.
  • 🍷 Discover Gibbston, Central Otago's Premier Wine Region, where you'll learn about iconic filming locations and the history of winegrowing in the area.
  • 🏔️ Relax at Lake Hayes, a serene spot with breathtaking mountain views, and engage with Authentic Replica Props, dressing up as your favorite LOTR characters.
  • 📸 Capture unforgettable moments at the breathtaking Wakatipu Lookout, overlooking the Remarkables Mountains and various filming locations.
  • 📜 Enjoy access to original movie scripts and production call sheets, enhancing your understanding of the film's making.
  • ☕ Delight in morning or afternoon tea sourced from the local Arrowtown Bakery, adding a taste of the region to your experience.
  • 👶 Child seats are available for children under 7 at an additional charge, ensuring safety and comfort during the tour.
  • 🐾 Service animals are welcome, and public transportation options are conveniently nearby for ease of access.
  • 🌍 With a maximum of 9 people per tour, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience while 1% of proceeds support the Love Queenstown Community Fund.

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Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

  • We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets
  • Photos with Authentic Props - We have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
  • 1 % of all proceeds go to the Love Queenstown Community Fund preserving our breathtaking landscapes.
  • Morning/Afternoon Tea from the local Arrowtown Bakery
  • For children under 7 please bring child seat or message us to arrange one at an additional charge

Meeting point
In front of the station building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. There are wooden benches for waiting right where the buses pull up.
Return details
In front of the station building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. There are wooden benches for waiting right where the buses pull up.

  • Skippers Canyon
    We head to the Skippers Canyon Lookout to view New Zealand's "Most Dangerous Road". Not only a spectacular view but also a Lord of the Rings Filming location located further within the Canyon. We stop afterwards at the nearby Coronet Viewpoint to taking in the surrounding views of the Wakatipu Basin and navigate our journeys plan from a birds eye perspective. (These stops are weather permitting)
  • Arrowtown
    Awarded New Zealand's 'Most Beautiful Small Town' award in 2020 and 2023. We learn about the gold rush history of this rustic yet charming village the seems to appear right out of the 1800's. We explore 2 Lord of the Rings filming locations a short walk from town, followed by morning or afternoon tea in this quaint village.
  • Gibbston
    Central Otago's Premier Wine Region. Here we visit an epic Lord of the Rings filming location learning stories of the production along with the winegrowing history. Here we also witness dare devils jumping from the world's first commercial bungee jump from the Historic Kawarau Bridge.
  • Lake Hayes
    We head to this picturesque serene lake, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains right out of Middle Earth. We spend some time here soaking in the serenity and playing with our Authentic Replica Props. Dress up as you favourite LOTR characters and weild lifelike swords, daggers, axes and helmets from your favourite fantasy trilogy!
  • We head to the breathtaking Wakatipu Lookout where beneath the towering Remarkables Mountains we have one last look upon this spectacular landscape that inspired the filming of the epic Lord of the Rings trilogy. We point out several filming locations and take photo's from the locals best kept secret lookout, towering over the resort town of Queenstown.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time between locations was included on the total tour duration.
  • Maximum 9 people on Tour
  • Children 6 years and under require a child seat by NZ law. Please let us know if you have your own or would like to rent one from us (fees apply).
  • Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk more than 20mins on uneven ground. There is 1 walk where people unable to walk may have to wait for up to 20 mins.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

    Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
    $781.84
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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