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
1,101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Into Middle Earth
Norman S,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This LOTR half day tour was fantastic and I highly recommend for any fans of the movies. Amy, the tour guide was very knowledgeable about all the different filming locations and had lots of behind the scenes anecdotes that weren't that well known. There were lots of opportunities for photos and to even dress up as a character from the movies (I was an orc!!) All in all, it was an awesome day, and the weather ended up being beautiful as well!!
Amazing half day LOTR tour
Heru M,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing half-day Lord of the Rings tour! The scenery was stunning and Sully was the perfect guide — knowledgeable and full of great stories. Highly recommend for both LOTR fans and anyone wanting to see Queenstown’s beauty!
Dan was awesome. Very...
Bradley G,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Dan was awesome. Very friendly and knowledgeable. The spots were great, I got tons of good pictures.
Guide Sully very...
Nicole R,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide Sully very knowledgeable & friendly. Kept us entertained on the drive between locations, and helped take photos. LOTR props were available to use for photos at last location. Even though it was winter the sky was clear and able to get great photos.
The guide was so...
Rachel A,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guide was so knowledgeable and entertaining. We saw some shooting locations that were just awesome. Definitely recommend!
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