Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour - Glenorchy (half day)
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour from Queenstown. You’ll tour the countryside by 4WD and visit the locations where the Fortress of Isengard, Forest of Lothlorien and other famous Peter Jackson scenes were filmed. Discover why New Zealand is the movie directors’ choice for film locations, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Pickup from all central Queenstown accommodations. Hilton pickup on request
Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Please Note: Pickup from central Queenstown accommodations is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pick up arrangement and time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Transport by 4WD vehicle
Selected Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off
Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cake and cookies)
Gratuities
What To Expect
Glenorchy-Queenstown Road
Stopping at various viewpoints so you can take photos, your driver will provide informative and interesting facts during the drive, giving you a better sense of connection with the surroundings.
Follow the Dart River to the spectacular filming location for Isengard. This location offers stunning views of Mt Earnslaw. Heading to Paradise discover the location for the Forrest of Lothlorien.
Options
Glenorchy LOTR Tour
Reviews
221 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour Great guide
Carson B,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our travel guid nick was great. He knows just about every questions you can ask about new zealand. He took us to some beautiful locations and had alot of knowledge of the area
Terrific LOTR experience and more
Robin A,
Feb 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our experience was wonderful. Great info about LOTR but also lots of general info about the Queenstown area that added to our experience. Our guide, Gavin, was wonderful and exchanged lots of info about NZ issues as well as the NZ perspective on the wider world. We never thought that we would put on the costumes, but it actually was a lot of fun. Plus, we were unable to get reservations at Hobbiton, so this was our only Lord of the Rings experience in NZ and it was well worth it.
Hojo and Marka
Howard L,
Feb 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00GREAT GREAT GREAT TRIP! Well worth the money! Benjamin was engaged, enthusiastic, and informative! We had fun!
Lots of fun LOTR trivia I...
Joseph B,
Jan 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lots of fun LOTR trivia I and movie making insights. The guide was very knowledgeable and was great about putting things in context
Such a great personal...
Victoria K,
Jan 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a great personal activity! Our guide Justin was very knowledgable and you could tell he loves New Zealand and Lord of the Rings. My favourite bit was the Ithilien Lookout point. You really felt like you were in the scene.
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