Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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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
Morning/Afternoon Tea from the local Arrowtown Bakery
1 % of all proceeds go to the Love Queenstown Community Fund preserving our breathtaking landscapes.
Photos with Authentic Props - We have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
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
235 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth every cent 🙂
Pariseyoung,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am so glad that I spent my last day doing this tour 🙂. I am a massive fan of LOTR and The Hobbit but appreciate it more after doing this. Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us some tips for local souveniers and local food. I would recommend this tour strongly to LOTR fans and to people who may not be huge fans but appreciate beautiful scenery. Thanks for having me.
Eby is an excellent guide for a fabulous experience
J2774XMkatherinew,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eby is an excellent tour guide, very nerdy, knowledgeable, happy and talkative. Would highly recommend, a fabulous way to spend a part of a whole of a day. Great LOTR facts, scenery, behind-the-scenes, production facts.
Excellent tour. Eby's a...
Nandini L,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Eby's a fantastic guide. Not a dull moment. Would highly recommend this to anyone considering.
Learn a lot about the movie
sili l,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Eby is really a knowledgeable guy. I am not a big fan but I’d like to review the whole series of the movies in the future. He told us many interesting stories of making the movies and I truly recommend it. Fun with nice view.
Great fun!
Excursion29324559560,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really fun morning, guide knew his stuff and the display weapons were amazing to see. Thanks, would definitely recommend this to my friends.
Precious!
885suusv,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super nice and beautiful experience! We were a small group so it felt like a private tour. Very nice and interesting to hear the stories during and around the scenes and film and also to see the locations. Benji was fantastic guide! Thnx and see you in the movies.
Best Lord of the Rings Tour in Queenstown!
E5273DJmaxp,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, highly recommended! This LOTR tour is an unforgettable experience with amazing landscapes around Queenstown, lots of background stories and anecdotes from the guide, and pretty cool props for taking pictures!
The Rain Came… but the Fellowship Still Rolled Out
Ryan A,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Eby was nothing short of legendary. Knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the world of Tolkien, they led us through Queenstown’s stunning LOTR filming locations with the ease of seasoned Rangers, even if we started the tour with a bit of a bad weather. Every stop came with stories, behind-the-scenes gems, and plenty of laughs. The landscapes were magical, the atmosphere unforgettable, and the whole experience felt like an adventure fit for the Fellowship. If you’re in Queenstown and even remotely a fan of LOTR (or just breathtaking scenery), this tour is truly one tour to rule them all. Highly recommended!
Wonderful tour
Y8165FZcindyh,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful tour with beautiful locations and a lot of background information about Lord of the Rings. With a nice amount of time to take pictures.
Great tour for a non-LOTR fan!
Tour13305841536,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and Benji was excellent guide. I loved it and I'm not even a Lord of the Rings fan! My wife is a fan and she thought it was fantastic.
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