Take in panoramic views from filming locations used for Middle-earth scenes

Professional guide

Get a chance to explore tunning Middle Earth film locations

Enjoying the view

Explore collection of swords, axes, and helmets

Guide with customers

Free cancellation: Get a full refund of ticket price up to 24 hours in advance

Half Day Arrowtown and Gibbston Lord of the Rings Film Locations

Explore Lord of the Rings filming locations around Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley on an independent half-day sightseeing tour departing Queenstown.

From: NZ$209.00

per person

4 Hours 30 Mins

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation.

Highlights

Experience in person the panoramic wonders that were used to portray Middle Earth in the movies.
We will wow you with stories, anecdotes and a wealth of background information of all things LOTR.
We have the largest range of authentic licensed replicas including swords, axes, daggers, helmets.
We also have copies of the original scripts and production call sheets.

Full Description

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!

Our scenic tour includes visiting:

Arrowtown
The Gibbston Valley
Skippers Canyon Lookout - weather permitting
Lord Of The Rings locations such as:
The Ford of Bruinen
Pillars of the Kings
The Gladden Fields
And More!

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Includes

What's included

Guide or instructor
Transport between stops
Photos with Authentic Props
Hot or cold drink

Meeting Point

Pick Up: Outside the Queenstown Station Information Centre on 43 Camp Street (Directly in front of Marmolada Cafe).
Please be ready 10 minutes before the pickup time
Departure times are 8 AM and 1:30 PM.

Additional Information

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 to 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.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Terms

The Operator exclude, to the fullest extent possible under law, all and any liability for any loss, damage or injury (whether direct or indirect or consequential, however arising) suffered by the Guest or any person associated with the Guest in relation to the booked activity.

All activities have elements of risk and all guests undertaking any Activity do so voluntarily and at their own risk. To the extent permitted by applicable laws, all warranties, representations and implied terms are also excluded.

The Operator reserves all rights to cancel any Activity at its discretion for (but not limited to) any of the following reasons:
- waterway, road or weather conditions;
- lack of numbers participating in the Activity;
- unsuitability of Guest(s) due to reasons such as age, ill health, poor fitness, intoxication or any other reasons rendering a Guest unsuitable or unfit to participate in the Activity;
- any other circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of the Operator.

From

NZ$209.00

per person

4 Hours 30 Mins

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation.

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43 Camp Street, Queenstown, New Zealand, 9300

Arrowtown & Gibbston Valley Half Day Tour, Lord of the Rings Filming Locations

Explore Lord of the Rings filming locations around Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley on an independent half-day sightseeing tour departing Queenstown.

Our scenic half day tour includes visiting:

- Skippers Canyon - weather permitting
- Arrowtown
- The Gibbston Valley
- Lord Of The Rings locations such as:
- The Ford of Bruinen
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Duration: 4 Hours 30 Mins

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Frequently Asked Questions

What level of walking or hiking is involved at the film sites?

Walking is light to moderate.

Is the tour affected by bad weather?

The tour operates rain or shine; bring suitable outdoor clothing. However, in extreme weather conditions, the operator reserves the right to offer alternative arrangements or a reschedule.

What should I wear for this outdoor tour?

Wear comfortable shoes and light layers, and a jacket.

Is there a minimum number of travelers required for this experience, and what happens if it isn’t met?

Yes, a minimum number of travelers is required. If the minimum isn’t met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date, an alternative experience, or a full refund.

What happens if it rains or the bad weather on that day ?

Poor weather means cancellation or rescheduling, with a full refund offered if conditions are unsafe.

When should participants be ready for the pickup?

Please be ready 10 minutes before the pickup time.

What is your cancellation policy?

We offer a full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before the activity starts.

What are the departure times for this tour?

Departure times are 8:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

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