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
1,177 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and fun!!
Alice H,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour shows you locations used to film LOTR. Actually sets are not standing, however we thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Amy was so engaging and informative. It is a moderately active tour. I recommend the tour.
Perfect tour for LOTR fans.
Claire D,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed the tour. Tristan really knew his stuff, and his enthusiasm kept you listening to everything. Fun to dress up. Bonus for Wolverine fans too.
Best LOTR Tour in Queenstown!
Mark M,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a phenomenal tour with Tristan our guide providing so much amazing LOTR facts. We visited multiple locations and the discussions at each were beyond in-depth! Would highly recommend!
Great tour and guide
Colin M,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Best way to end our vacation. Our tour guide Dan was 10/10. His enthusiasm for New Zealand and Lord of the Rings really elevated the experience, and the rest of our group was great too. We got to see a lot but never felt rushed needing to get to the next destination, and Dan was happy to help take good photos, especially those who wore the provided costumes. Highly recommend this provider. Relaxed pace with really cool highlights.
LOTR Trivia Tour
Fredessa J,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a moderately active tour with a small hike in a beautiful forest. Getting in/out the van could be challenging for anyone with mobility issues but it is doable. Really informative for all levels of LOTR affectionados.
Tour was not represented by subject expert
tractor290,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Lord of the Ring Tour – Pure Glenochy group. I booked a full-day tour via Pure Glenochy tour group. The tour’s logistics changed by the time we showed up for boarding. Trails of Middle Earth group and Pure Glenochy group had gone into partnership. Pure Glenochy took the Glenochy portion of the tour, while Trails took the other. Amy was our guide for the Glenochy portion. Her tour script disengaged us for long periods of time, where she filled the voids with music and prerecorded scripts. Near the end of her tour, we listened to the movie soundtrack for 45 mins. While she is not a Lord of the Ring nerd, at least she did not come across as one, the company should have provided her with scripts to cover the entire 4 hours where she would provide educational commentaries on the making of the movie, and allow her to become an engaging storyteller to connect us to the parts of the movie that she was covering.
Great tour
nshervill,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00You don't have to know everything about the Lord of the Rings to enjoy this tour. Dan was a great guide, and everyone had so much fun stepping into characters and enjoying the scenery. I would definately recommend this tour
For Fans of LOTR and Nature Lovers Alike
mrsbr2017,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour with Tristan! The group was small enough for us to be able to ask questions, share trivia and get great photos. Tristan was a true fan geek and enjoyed the trip as much as we did. Beautiful half day and fun costumes, but the best part was the final stop only accessible by this tour company on private farm land. Tristan helped us all capture the moment. ❤️
Worth it for the scenary - even if you haven’t seen the films
Richard M,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were not familiar with the Lord of the rings or Hobbit films but went for the scenary which was stunning and well worth the trip. Dan, our driver and tour guide, gave an interesting and entertaining commentary that greatly enhanced the trip
Great experience!
Alejandro P,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a great experience! Unreal spots and scenery, with behind the scenes stories and photos from the LOTR and Hobbit movies. Our tour guide was great!
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