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Glenorchy: 4WD Lord Of the Rings Tour Half-Day

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Glenorchy: 4WD Lord Of the Rings Tour Half-Day
4.4864864 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.4864864 out of 5 stars
37 reviews

Discover the spectacular filming locations from the Lord of the Rings movies and more on a 4WD discovery tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy.

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Duration 255 minutes
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English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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FLEUR – France

Go! It’s really a good moment! The guide was very passionate and wants to spend a good time, so I recommande this journey!

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Sherri – United States

It was an excellent tour that allowed us to see some hidden areas of New Zealand plus great for LOTR buffs

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Highlights

  • X-Men Origins: Wolverine, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and more
  • Breath-taking viewpoints on the way from Queenstown to Glenorchy
  • Bring the films to life as you dress up and take photos in replica props
  • Behind-the-scenes insights from your local guide
  • Enjoy a small-group tour for a more personalized experience

Full description

If your main focus is to see as many Lord of the Rings locations as possible, then this is the tour for you! Head to Glenorchy on a scenic drive toward Paradise Valley, where Lord of the Rings and other movies were filmed.

After pick-up, set off on an adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery and Lord of the Rings filming locations. Journey from Queenstown to Glenorchy, stopping at breath-taking viewpoints for mountain and forest views along the shore of Lake Wakatipu towards Glenorchy and the Paradise Valley. 

En route from Glenorchy, follow the Dart River to the spectacular filming location for Isengard, a location offering stunning views of Mt Earnslaw. Head to Paradise discover the location for the Forest of Lothlorien. Leaving Glenorchy and heading towards Queenstown, you will stop at 12 Mile Delta to explore the location of the Ithilien Camp. You'll also visit gorgeous locations from X-Men Origins: Wolverine, and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

Please read Disclosure of Risks and Weather Cancellation Policy here https://www.nomadsafaris.co.nz/faqs/

Includes

  • Transport in 6-seater 4WD Land Rover or Land Cruiser
  • Experienced local driver/guide
  • Informative and engaging commentary in English
  • Replica movie props to use for photographs
  • Refreshments
  • Pick up is from Info & Track/Snow, 37 Shotover Street
  • Lunch

Meeting point

The pickup point is Info & Track / Info & Snow, located on 37 Shotover Street.

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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum numbers of 2 passengers (paying adults rate) are required to confirm all trips. On NZ statutory holidays, minimum numbers of 4 passengers (paying adult rate) apply to all trips.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.

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4.5 /5

based on 37 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
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FLEUR – FranceFebruary 12, 2023 – Verified booking
Go! It’s really a good moment! The guide was very passionate and wants to spend a good time, so I recommande this journey!
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Sherri – United StatesFebruary 20, 2020 – Verified booking
It was an excellent tour that allowed us to see some hidden areas of New Zealand plus great for LOTR buffs
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Kate – United StatesSeptember 13, 2019 – Verified booking
Jenny was an awesome guide and took us to many of the Lord of the Rings film locations. We got to wear capes and hold weapons for some fun photos. Such beautiful country. It was a very bumpy ride in the jeep-type vehicle, but that was part of the adventure.

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Activity provider:Outback New Zealand Ltd
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