Glenorchy Movie Locations Tour: The Lord of the Rings

If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour from Queenstown. You’ll tour the countryside by 4WD and visit the locations where the Fortress of Isengard, Forest of Lothlorien and other famous Peter Jackson scenes were filmed. Discover why New Zealand is the movie directors’ choice for film locations, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

After pickup from your Queenstown hotel, enjoy a scenic drive by 4WD to Glenorchy, passing instantly recognizable locations from The Lord of the Rings films like Ithilien Camp, Isengard, Forest of Amon Hen and Lothlorien.

Stopping at various viewpoints so you can take photos, your driver will provide informative and interesting facts during the drive, giving you a better sense of connection with the surroundings.

Then continue to the rural region of Paradise, approximately 12 miles (20 km) northwest of Glenorchy. Here you'll discover the location of the Forest of Lothlorien and find a picturesque village at the head of Lake Wakatipu known as the ‘Gateway to Paradise’.

On your way back to Queenstown, stop at 12 Mile Delta to explore the location of the Ithilien Camp -- the no-man's land between Gondor and Mordor.

Along the way, enjoy some light refreshments and see filming locations from other movies like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian!

Special Offer - Save 15% on the recommended retail price for afternoon departures only. Special offer valid for travel from March 17, until May 31, 2014. Book Now! - Book Now!

• Small-group tour
• Transport by 4WD vehicle
• Driver/guide
• Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Gratuities (optional)

Special Offer - Save 15% on the recommended retail price for afternoon departures only. Special offer valid for travel from March 17, until May 31, 2014. Book Now! - Book Now!