Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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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!
Additional Info
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Photos with Authentic Props - We have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
Morning/Afternoon Tea from the local Arrowtown Bakery
1 % of all proceeds go to the Love Queenstown Community Fund preserving our breathtaking landscapes.
We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets
For children under 7 please bring child seat or message us to arrange one at an additional charge
What To Expect
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.
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Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour
Reviews
178 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shane was incredible! 10...
Daniel B,
Mar 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Shane was incredible! 10 out of 10. Shane customized for the experience for the group and made sure everyone had a good time, regardless of their level of Lord of the rings knowledge. As a nerd, I loved it and the non-nerds loved it too. Picture opportunities were amazing and the breaks were perfectly timed and made the experience that much better.
5***** Recommended
Michelle H,
Mar 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing tour of some of the most iconic scenes from LOTR. Shane was bery informative and went above and beyond giving us a wonderful experience. Definitely would recommend the tour not only to fans of LOTR but also individuals looking to see some fantastic scenery around QT!
The tour was great -...
Judith K,
Mar 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was great - beautiful scenery and our tour guide Annie did a great job explaining the sites and giving us a LOTR experience by helping with photos. A lot of great information about the movie, sets, production - if you haven’t seen the movies it is still a great experience.
Great sights to see even if you are not a Lord of the Rings fan! Good QT sights and information.
Paul H,
Mar 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you are not an avid Lord of the Rings fan this tour still has good value. It was fun, interesting, and took us to some beautiful places that we would not have otherwise enjoyed. Annie was our guide and really enjoyed telling about the Lord of the Rings. She made the tour fun even though we were not knowledgeable fans.
Annie was a GREAT tour...
Brenda C,
Mar 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Annie was a GREAT tour guide. Highly recommend this tour. Especially if you are a Lord of the Rings fan or just want to learn more about it. Enjoy
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