Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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Take a journey with us deep into Middle Earth and explore unique Lord of the Rings filming locations from Queenstown to Glenorchy and Mt Aspiring World Heritage N.P.
Feel the trilogy come to life as you visit the breathtaking and magical landscape that inspired Peter Jackson’s film locations for The Lord of the Rings movies.
We are the only company with EXCLUSIVE ACCESS to the filming locations on Arcadia Station, where scenes from the Hobbit & Wolverine were filmed.
Travel in small groups with local guides who have a real passion and knowledge of the area. Take in the diverse landscape of ancient beech forest, braided rivers and glacier carved valleys.
Explore the unique flora and fauna and get up close to the New Zealand animals and birdlife.
We are a Local family owned & operated tour company that offer the real experience. Operating since 2005!
We are one of the few companies that hold Department of Conservation Concessionaire permits to access Mt Aspiring National park.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour is not suitable for children under 5 years of age.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Exclusive access to the Arcadia Station Filming locations in the Paradise valley!
Optional Lord of the Rings costumes/ replica swords
A light morning or afternoon tea , with cake, biscuits and hot tea & coffee
Professional, friendly & local guides
Live Commentary
Umbrellas provided
Coffee and/or Tea
What To Expect
Glenorchy-Queenstown Road
Tour as our guest from Queenstown on one of the Top 10 scenic drives in the world up the Glenorchcy road to visit epic scenery and Lord Of The Rings filming locations.
Bennets Bluff Lookout
The most scenic lookout in New Zealand
Options
Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour
Morning Tour
Morning Tour
Reviews
1,058 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The tour was amazing and...
Khalid A,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was amazing and we had great experience! The tour guide was really good and covered all aspects of the tour! Thank you very much!!
Had a fun day on the half...
Nicholas F,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had a fun day on the half day tour. This family owned company provides excellent service. Highly recommended that you use them.
Perfect afternoon tour!
Kirsta B,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide was very experienced and had lots of information to share and film locations to visit. But the drive alone was worth it—absolutely beautiful scenic drive to Glenorchy.
Not all who wander are lost
Seth F,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our group was a mix of hard core LOTR fans, and those along for the ride, and we all had a fantastic time! Tristan was a delightful guide who knew so much, had a wonderful sense of humor, and was just a pleasure to chat with. Of course, the scenery was breathtaking, and the pacing was perfect. Our kids who had just finished the books and the movies were completely enamored with the whole experience.
Very knowledgeable...
Jeanne H,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable driver/guide. He was able to point out exact locations of filming and explained how the same area was used multiple times but looked like a different locations each time.
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