Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

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More Activities in Queenstown
Itinerary
Meeting and Pickup
Additional Information
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Ticket Details
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About the Activity

Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in the scene while narrating humorous and intriguing tales from the time of filming. Join us for your personalised journey through the real Middle Earth. Our scenic Half Day Tour includes visiting Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather permitting), Arrowtown, The Gibbston Valley and Lake Hayes. You will be able to enjoy Lord Of The Rings locations such as The Ford of Bruinen, The Gladden Fields, The Pillars of the Kings and More! This tour includes Morning or Afternoon Tea and Snacks, Photos with Authentic Props as we have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props! We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets, adding so much more depth to your Middle Earth experience!

4 hours

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Use of equipment : Other.

Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Morning/Afternoon Tea from the local Arrowtown Bakery

We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets

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Locations in the itinerary

Skippers Canyon

Skippers, Queenstown, New ZealandWe 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)20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Arrowtown

Arrowtown, New ZealandAwarded 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. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Gibbston

Gibbston, New ZealandCentral 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. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Lake Hayes

Lake Hayes, New ZealandWe 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!25 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Lake Wakatipu

Queenstown, New ZealandWe 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.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting 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.View Location

End 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.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

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.
Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk more than 10mins on uneven ground. There is 1 walk where people unable to walk may have to wait for up to 20 mins.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Trails of Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Sightseeing ToursCreated on 08 Feb 2024Created on 18 Dec 2024

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