Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton
Family-friendly Tours
Day Tours
Scenic Adventures Through Queenstown’s Movie History
After a light café lunch in Queenstown, continue your journey through more incredible sets and landscapes. Get sweeping views from Queenstown Hill, see where the Pillars of the Kings once stood in Kawarau Gorge, and uncover Arrowtown’s cinematic history. The sights are as breathtaking as the stories that unfold at each stop.
The final stretch takes you off-road along the Arrow River to the Ford of Bruinen, crossing sparkling waters where Frodo’s fate once hung in the balance. Enjoy afternoon tea amid panoramic views of Skippers Canyon, rounding off a day filled with discovery, beauty, and Middle-earth magic. This full-day experience truly celebrates the heart of New Zealand’s movie heritage.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit film locations from The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and more
- Bring the films to life by dressing up and taking photos with our replica props
- Explore Paradise Forest, known as the Forest of Middle-earth
- Travel along Skippers Canyon Road to Lighthouse Rock
- Enjoy amazing views of Queenstown
- Try gold panning in the Arrow River
TOUR INFORMATION
Full Day Lord of the Rings Private Tours
If you’d like a private trip tailored to the specific movie locations you want to visit, you can book a whole vehicle for your group. Each 4WD can take up to 6 people, and you’re welcome to book more than one vehicle if needed.
4-Person Maximum Option
If you’d like everyone in your group to have a window seat, choose our 4-person max option. This limits the number of passengers in each vehicle to 4.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Changes to the Tour Itinerary
Your safety comes first. Sometimes we may need to change the tour plan because of things we cannot control, such as high water levels or poor road conditions. This may mean we cannot cross rivers or use some roads, including the full length of Skippers Canyon Road. When you book, please understand that these changes may happen. You can also read our full weather cancellation policy for more details.
AGE INFORMATION
- Adults: 15 years and over: Full adult fare applies.
- Children: 4–14 years: Travel at a discounted child rate.
- Infants: 0–3 years: Travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
- More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund**.
- Within 24 hours: No refund
Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees, which are non-refundable.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
