Embark on the best Lord of the Rings tour and be taken to some of the amazing locations from the famous movies. Whether you are a fan or not, you will be blown away by the stunning scenery and unforgettable experiences.
You'll start in Wellington exploring iconic film locations and getting up close and personal to the props, weapons and costumes on your Weta Workshop tour. Then it's off to Queenstown for an incredible few days exploring the breathtaking mountains views and famous spots from the films including a Wilderness Jet Boat Safari.
Throughout your trip, you'll be staying in very comfortable four-star hotels; combined with the thrill of adventure on this trip, you are in for a real treat!Embark on the best Lord of the Rings tour and be taken to some of the amazing locations from the famous movies. Whether you are a fan or not, you will be blown away by the stunning scenery and unforgettable experiences.
You'll start in Wellington exploring iconic film locations and getting up close and personal to the props, weapons and costumes on your Weta Workshop tour. Then it's off to Queenstown for an incredible few days exploring the breathtaking mountains views and famous spots from the films including a Wilderness Jet Boat Safari.
Throughout your trip, you'll be staying in very comfortable four-star hotels; combined with the thrill of adventure on this trip, you are in for a real treat!
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Wellington
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On arrival at the airport, you will be met by your driver and taken to your hotel. After checking in, you will have the rest of the day to relax and explore your surroundings.
Accommodation
Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel★4 star
Activities
Free Time in WellingtonOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Wellington Airport to Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel
Destinations
Wellington
Day 2
Journey into Middle Earth!
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Today, you'll venture out on a half day tour exploring the very best filming locations the Wellington Region has to offer. Leaving the city behind, you'll seek out the beautiful, natural settings that made New Zealand into 'Middle Earth'. Starting at the Hutt River, you'll visit the Gardens of Isengard and the Kaitoke Regional Park, before making your way up Mount Victoria at the end of the tour to admire the view over Wellington city.
Accommodation
Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel★4 star
Activities
Middle Earth Filming Locations Tour
Mount Victoria
Destinations
Wellington
Day 3
Weta Workshop Cave & Miniatures Stage Tour
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Today, you will join your Weta Cave Workshop tour and get up close to the props, weapons and costumes created for The Lord of the Rings. You'll also see the artists at work on the tour stage and have a peek through windows that look directly into the workshop; whilst you may not be able to enter the workshop, you can still get a sense of what it is like to work in there. In the afternoon, you'll return to Wellington where you can relax or explore for the rest of the day.
Accommodation
Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel★4 star
Activities
Weta Studio Tours
Destinations
Wellington
Day 4
Travel to Queenstown
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Today, you will travel to the stunning city of Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand, and will be met by your driver on arrival and taken by private transfer to your hotel. Upon arriving at your resort which boasts incredible views of the famous Remarkables Mountains. Situated on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, you'll be able to admire the lake and stroll around it this afternoon.
Accommodation
Peppers Beacon★4.5 star
Activities
QueenstownOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel to Wellington Airport
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Private Driver from Queenstown to Peppers Beacon
Destinations
Wellington
Queenstown
Day 5
Dart River Wilderness Jet Boat Safari
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Today, you'll enjoy a Wilderness Safari that takes you on a spectacular 1.5-hour jet boat journey through the Dart River and an easy walk through the 'Heritage Trail' at Paradise. You'll also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic backroad route and stopping to view scenery that has formed the epic backdrop for many international films, including The Lord of the Rings. This is an adventure-filled day that will leave you with unforgettable memories!
Accommodation
Peppers Beacon★4.5 star
Activities
Wilderness Jet
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Queenstown
Glenorchy
Day 6
4WD Safari of the Scenes Tour to Glenorchy
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Today, your 4-wheel-drive scenic tour will take you past breathtaking mountain and forest views along the shores of Lake Wakatipu towards Glenorchy, a small settlement made famous by blockbuster filming locations, and on into Paradise. The tour includes the film locations of Isengard and Ithilien Camp, plus beech forests near those used for Lothlorien. In the afternoon, you'll return to Queenstown.
Accommodation
Peppers Beacon★4.5 star
Activities
Safari of the Scenes - Glenorchy
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Queenstown
Day 7
Depart Queenstown
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When you are ready after your breakfast, your private transfer will take you to the airport. This is the end of your amazing week on the best Lord of the Rings tour, exploring Middle Earth!
Transportations
Private Driver from Peppers Beacon to Queenstown Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Queenstown
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What’s included?
6 nights accommodation
5 activities
3 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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AU$ 2,878/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
New Zealand in 7 days
4.5-star accommodation
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