Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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From NZD 175

4.5
256 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English

Descend into the forested slopes of the Outer Shire, where our expert guides will entertain you with stories of how the Lord of the Rings movies were brought to life. Follow in the footsteps of Frodo and the Hobbits as they began their quest to destroy the One Ring. You will see the "shortcut to mushrooms", "get off the road" and hide from the Black Riders before fleeing to the Buckleberry Ferry. Recreate some of the most famous scenes from The Fellowship of the Ring and make your social media streams go crazy!

Then delve into the heart of Wellywood and visit the Weta Workshop, who created all the props, armour, weapons, costumes, miniatures and prosthetics for the Middle-earth movies.

Learn the secrets of movie magic on a behind-the-scenes tour by a Weta employee, who will explain the creative process behind bringing these films to life.

You'll also have chance to take photos with various characters and weapons, as well as treating yourself to a souvenir or two, if desired.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This tour is not wheelchair accessible

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Weta Workshop exhibition tour

Stunning views from Mt Victoria Lookout

Pick up and drop off available direct from cruise ships - we've never missed a drop off

Iconic filming locations including the famous "get off the road" scene

Owned and operated by genuine fans, several of whom worked on the films

Expert guides with film industry experience

Gratuities

Options

22 December

Pickup included

Welly's Original LOTR HD

Pickup included

Wellington's Original LOTR HD

Pickup included

Operated by Wellington Rings Tours

Reviews

4.5

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  • Very informative. Guide...

    Bradley J,

    Dec 29, 2024

    5.0

    Very informative. Guide was great. See many places that LOTR was filmed, saw beatitudes scenery and nice studio tour.

  • Great experience for LOTR fans!!

    Dave R,

    Dec 23, 2024

    5.0

    Lots of good behind the scenes info. Seeing props, costume enhancements, and effect helps makes me want to view the films again to check them out!

  • It was a great tour for...

    Irina G,

    Dec 21, 2024

    5.0

    It was a great tour for all ages. I had really good time. Very interesting Weta tour. After it we had a walk in the forest, saw a beautiful views and listen to a story about Lord of the ring. Thank you Greg.

  • A morning well spent

    Jeanette M,

    Dec 13, 2024

    4.0

    We did the half day tour but wished we'd done the full day. James, our guide, was very knowledgeable of everything LOTR and gave us generous amounts of time for pic opportunities. The Weta Workshop was very interesting but I expected it to be much bigger with more life size props

  • Super fun guided tour....

    Faith P,

    Dec 12, 2024

    5.0

    Super fun guided tour. Chewy and his team were super accommodating with our last minute travel changes. I really appreciate how much he worked with us.

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