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.
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
Morning Tour
Morning Tour
Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour
What‘s Included
Exclusive access to the Arcadia Station Filming locations in the Paradise valley!
Optional Lord of the Rings costumes/ replica swords
Professional, friendly & local guides
Live Commentary
Umbrellas provided
Coffee and/or Tea
A light morning or afternoon tea , with cake, biscuits and hot tea & coffee
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,432 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Superb experience
Sethitrishla,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide Tristen or Kristen (not entirely sure what was his name) made the tour so so special. Even if you're not a LOTR fan, you'll be one or become motivated to atleast watch the movies after his in depth information and knowledge on LOTR. I don't know whether I'm more happy with him or with the beauty of Glenorchy! All I can say is that he made the tour so special and beautiful. We were very very happy with the tour.
Amazing half day LOTR experience
marcosrafaelc126,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! The guide was really friendly. Everything was perfectly coordinated and went smoothly. Sword collection is awesome!
Nice trip with lovely people
samratc2016,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great guide and good trip! We had a good time.
Great tour
Isaac L,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour much more entertaining. The views were utterly gorgeous
Had a lot of fun exploring Glenorchy and reliving LOTR moments
JCGagni,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lot of fun exploring Glenorchy and reliving LOTR moments with the team’s wonderful guide. Highly recommended for LOTR fans, especially the moment we were allowed to hold onto LOTR props like Sting and Anduril.
Fantastic guide and tour - watch movies beforehand though!
TravelAbove,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Ethunastic guide, amazing sights and fun times. Only note is that it is not very suitable if movies are not in fresh memory so make sure to watch them beforehand!
Fun tour through LOTR country
219brucec,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Amy for a really great tour. The stories and info about LOTR were really interesting and we loved the stop in the forest setting to dress up. Amazing scenery along the way and the small group tour was really relaxed. Afternoon tea stop at Glenorchy was lovely, great lamingtons.
Wonderful day
catherinef758,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day. Tristan our guide was amazing. Great locations, explanations and props. We definitely re-book when we return! Thank you so much!!!
Great time at a great pricw!
Inspire23351283885,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was amazing! Tristan did a great job showing off the different sites and explaining the scenes. Being able to pose in certain spots with the source book proved to be amazing. Trip overall was worth it, had a blast seeing Isengard! Thanks for the amazing time.
Dan was so knowledgeable...
Hayley S,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dan was so knowledgeable about the Lord of the rings movies, actors, filming locations, NZ and other movies that have been filmed around the area. It was a laid back but fun tour, would definitely recommend.
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