Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour

Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes
Destination: New Zealand, Otago, Queenstown
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  • 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Queenstown
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour from Queenstown. You’ll tour the countryside by 4WD and visit the locations where the Fortress of Isengard, Forest of Lothlorien and other famous Peter Jackson scenes were filmed. Discover why New Zealand is the movie directors’ choice for film locations, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

After pickup from your Queenstown hotel, enjoy a scenic drive by 4WD to Glenorchy, passing instantly recognizable locations from The Lord of the Rings films like Ithilien Camp, Isengard, Forest of Amon Hen and Lothlorien.

Stopping at various viewpoints so you can take photos, your driver will provide informative and interesting facts during the drive, giving you a better sense of connection with the surroundings.

Then continue to the rural region of Paradise, approximately 12 miles (20 km) northwest of Glenorchy. Here you'll discover the location of the Forest of Lothlorien and find a picturesque village at the head of Lake Wakatipu known as the ‘Gateway to Paradise’.

On your way back to Queenstown, stop at 12 Mile Delta to explore the location of the Ithilien Camp -- the no-man's land between Gondor and Mordor.

Along the way, enjoy some light refreshments and see filming locations from other movies like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian!

Inclusions
  • Transport by 4WD vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cake and cookies)
  • Selected Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Pickup from all central Queenstown accommodations. Hilton pickup on request
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Please Note: Pickup from central Queenstown accommodations is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pick up arrangement and time.
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

37 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup from town centre or Queenstown accommodations.


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours 15 minutes


User's Reviews

echingc2023

23 Mar, 2024

Had great time with the tour, enjoyed it. The staff are very good, have good interaction with the guest. Thanks Adrian, Soap, Nico and David.

Jeanine_W

19 Mar, 2024

Great mixture of stops to experience where scenes were shot from Ithilien at 12 mile delta, to Lothlorien at Paradise/ Glenorchy. Both guides were very informative and enthusiastic. A great tour for any LOTR fan.

Richard_C

13 Mar, 2024

Peter, the guide was informative, engaging and very knowledgeable. Made the four plus hours just fly by. Highly recommend this trip

Melinda_L

03 Mar, 2024

Four of us joined an American couple on our 4WD LOTR tour exploring the stunning landscapes (and film locations) between Queenstown, Glenorchy, Paradise and beyond. Thankfully the American couple knew their stuff and could provide the color we could not as we we only novice fans of the Peter Jackson films. They helped us "see" the films come alive through the landscapes. Our driver Cam was wonderful - an adept 4WD driver, as knowledgeable of the films as our American tutors, and had a lovely wit and manner. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour.

Sheree_C

07 Jan, 2024

Kyle was so knowledgeable and made the day a lot of fun. It blew by! Wasn't ready for it to end. Went to several great locations and loved having the book with movie scenes to be able to picture it and reference it! The highlight for us (on the afternoon tour) was bringing out the weapons and cloaks and playing around in the area that was similar to in the movie where Merry and Pippin were captured in the first movie.

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Amazing LOTR adventure!

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Stunning views and a wonderful experience

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A great 4WD experience - highly recommended

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Wonderful.

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Outstanding LOTR Tour

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Home run tour to end our 3 week adventure!

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Lord of the Rings & Safari of the Scenes tours

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Fun tour! Great guide :)

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Boston makes NZ come alive

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Glenorchy Movie Locations Tour.

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