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
Morning Tour
Morning Tour
Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour
Reviews
1,185 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amy was great and the...
David L,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amy was great and the scenery was fantastic. Her command of the LOTR franchise was pretty amazing. Even if you aren’t a LOTR fan, this is a really good trip.
100000% reccomend
houdaj789,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour guide Amy who brought the wonders of Middle earth to life. This tour included absolutely incredible scenery with awesome iconic movie sights. Souvenirs were also available with very good prices , we bought a beautiful replica of the star of elendil for just 25 dollars, other places we went to selling it for hundreds. This experience is an absolute must for LOTR fans and anyone who appreciates beautiful scenery.
Middle Earth adventures
kristirenee24,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Even in the rain. Amy our guide, was fun and informative. We saw so many incredible sites from the LOTR. Highly recommend for all fans.
Great experience
P9796AN,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is a fun trip , our guide knows well and will talk about the details of the scene in movie and character and the best part of the tour is at the end to Paradise , we are mesmerized by its beauty. Great tour.
The scenery is stunning,...
Paul M,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The scenery is stunning, the tour content is extremely interesting especially if you are a movie buff and into Lord of the Rings. Even if you're not it's still an extremely good trip.
Awesome Day Out
Cecelia K,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tristan was our tour guide - very informative and entertaining. Patient with us and very accommodating. Highly recommend this fun day out!
It’s a must do for any...
Atul J,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a must do for any LOTR fan! Tristan was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed being in a small group tour.
Exceeded expectations
N2100DCsusanb,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was delightful! Exceeded my expectations. I'm not a huge Lord of the Rings fan but Amy, our guide, made it super interesting
A fabulous tour guide to New Zealand's jaw-dropping scenery
William S,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Dan, was friendly, funny, and full of knowledge, both about The Lord of the Rings and about the natural wonders surrounding us on our trip to beautiful Glenorchy, New Zealand. We learned so much on our half-day tour, and Dan went out of his way to make sure all the tour participants were included and entertained. A great morning out!
Lord of the Rings
kalmane2022,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable guide. Well spoken, easy to understand. He made the tour a delight. Tour visited a selection of sites used in the Lord of the Rings movies. Our guide provided the context for what we were seeing and how and where each site appeared in the trilogy.
From NZ$198.86
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