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Middle Earth Mountains Private Tour Lord of the Rings Sites

By Welcome Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,215 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Step into Middle-earth on a private full-day tour from Queenstown, exploring landscapes from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Travel along Lake Wakatipu to Glenorchy, a stunning village framed by the Southern Alps, known for filming Isengard and Lothlórien. Continue to Paradise Valley with its forests, braided rivers, and snow-capped peaks, spotting locations from LOTR, The Hobbit, and Narnia. Visit Twelve Mile Delta, where Frodo and Sam watched the Oliphaunts, and Arrowtown, a historic gold-rush village that doubled as Rohan. Conclude at Lake Hayes Lookout, with tranquil waters reflecting dramatic mountains. Fully customisable, this private tour blends cinematic magic and breathtaking scenery for film lovers, photographers, and nature enthusiasts alike.

Activity location
  • Glenorchy
    • Glenorchy, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Glenorchy
    • Glenorchy, New Zealand

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Middle Earth Mountains Private Tour Lord of the Rings Sites
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$1,214.58 x 1 AdultNZ$1,214.58
Total
Price is NZ$1,214.58
Until Tue, 24 Feb

What's included, what's not

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    Water
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    WiFi on board
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    All taxes and handling charges
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    Fuel and Tolls
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    Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
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    Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Meals and drinks
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    Tips and Service charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable saloon will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-6 people: An minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 7-12 people: A spacious van will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

Activity itinerary

Glenorchy
  • 2h
Glenorchy. Drive along one of New Zealand’s most scenic roads beside Lake Wakatipu to reach Glenorchy — gateway to the Southern Alps and filming site for Isengard and Lothlórien.
Otago Region
  • 2h
Paradise Valley. Venture into this pristine valley framed by snow-capped peaks and native forest — the backdrop for scenes in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
12 Mile Delta
  • 1h
Twelve Mile Delta. Visit this lakeside location where the Ithilien Camp scenes were filmed, surrounded by rugged landscapes and alpine views.
Arrowtown
  • 1h
Arrowtown. A charming gold-rush village with preserved wooden cottages, leafy streets, and film locations used as parts of the Kingdom of Rohan.
Lake Hayes
  • 2h
Lake Hayes Lookout. End the day with a tranquil stop at this mirror-like lake — a fitting finale for a cinematic landscape.

Location

Activity location
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    Glenorchy
    • Glenorchy, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Glenorchy
    • Glenorchy, New Zealand

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