Land Adventures: Middle Earth Tour by Southern Trails Ltd
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Step into Middle Earth for a half-day adventure guided by film experts. Discover iconic movie locations and dress up for memorable photos on this private tour near Queenstown.
Half Day in Middle Earth - Private
Suitable for all Ages • 4.5 Hours • Spectacular Locations from the Movie • Dress Up's Included!
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable journey through iconic locations from the Lord of the Rings with expert guides. Choose between two scenic half-day itineraries, explore breathtaking landscapes, and even dress up for memorable photos. Dive deep into Middle Earth with authentic props and scripts, making this a truly immersive experience.
Go on Locations used in Lord of the Rings Movie
Duration
4 Hours
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Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings” for a memorable tour of some of the spectacular locations featured in the movie. You can also dress up as if you were in the movie and get your photo taken!
*** IMPORTANT! We have 2 Half Day Tour itineraries to choose from, please specify in booking notes your preference. If no preference is made our default Half Day Itinerary would be OPTION 1” ***
Our scenic half day tours include visiting:
OPTION 1:
- Skippers Canyon - weather permitting
- Arrowtown
- The Gibbston Valley
- Lord Of The Rings locations such as:
- The Ford of Bruinen
- The Gladden Fields
- Pillars of the Kings
- And More!
OPTION 2:
- Glenorchy
- Paradise
- LOTR locations such as:
- Ithilien
- Isengard and Beorn's House
- Lothlorien
- And more!
Includes:
- Morning/Afternoon Tea
- 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, adding so much more depth to your Middle Earth experience!
Important Information:
- Pick Up: Outside the Queenstown Station Information Centre on Camp Street. If you require a different pick up address this may be possible for an additional charge. Please phone us to arrange.
- If you are bringing young children on this trip, please bring something to occupy them, like an iPad, just in case they are not as into the tour as you might be.
- Unfortunately, our tour does not cater for people in wheelchairs, as our buses do not have a specialised lift.
- There is some walking involved in this tour on dirt tracks and the like, please wear suitable shoes.
Adventure Tips
Dress for the occasion
Bring costumes or props to enhance photo opportunities and add fun elements to your experience.
Arrive early
Getting there a few minutes before start time ensures you won't miss any part of the immersive story.
Bring layers
The weather can change quickly; wearing layers keeps you comfortable throughout the tour.
Stay on designated paths
Help preserve the natural beauty by sticking to the tour routes and not disturbing the environment.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Kea parrots
- Red deer
History
The film locations used in the Lord of the Rings movies are from carefully selected scenic spots in New Zealand, many of which have been preserved intentionally for their cinematic value.
Conservation
Southern Trails Ltd emphasizes responsible tourism, encouraging visitors to respect the natural environment and stick to established paths to preserve the landscape.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear is necessary for walking through varied terrain during the tour.
Camera or smartphone with extra batteries
Capture the magical moments and scenery with good quality photos.
Layered clothing
Adjust your clothing based on weather to stay comfortable all day.
Costumes or props
Enhance the fun and photo quality by bringing themed costumes or props.