




Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour
About This Experience
Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in the scene while narrating humorous and intriguing tales from the time of filming. Join us for your personalised journey through the real Middle Earth. Our scenic Half Day Tour includes visiting Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather permitting), Arrowtown, The Gibbston Valley and Lake Hayes. You will be able to enjoy Lord Of The Rings locations such as The Ford of Bruinen, The Gladden Fields, The Pillars of the Kings and More! This tour includes Morning or Afternoon Tea and Snacks, Photos with Authentic Props as we have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props! We also have copies of the original movie scripts and production call sheets, adding so much more depth to your Middle Earth experience!
What's Included
- ✓Morning/Afternoon Tea from the local Arrowtown Bakery
- ✓1 % of all proceeds go to the Love Queenstown Community Fund preserving our breathtaking landscapes.
- ✓Photos with Authentic Props - We have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
- ✓We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets
What's Not Included
- ✗For children under 7 please bring child seat or message us to arrange one at an additional charge
Practical Details
Duration
4h 30m
Cancellation
Check operator for cancellation policy
Meeting Point
In front of the station building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. There are wooden benches for waiting right where the buses pull up.
Operator
Trails of Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Sightseeing Tours
Good to Know
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Travel time between locations was included on the total tour duration.
- •Maximum 9 people on Tour
- •Children 6 years and under require a child seat by NZ law. Please let us know if you have your own or would like to rent one from us (fees apply).
- •Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk more than 20mins on uneven ground. There is 1 walk where people unable to walk may have to wait for up to 20 mins.
per person
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