Kaewa Private Lord of the Rings Wellington Tour

9:00 AM – Wellington Pick-Up

Meet your guide at your confirmed Wellington location before travelling north into the Hutt Valley.

Rivendell

Visit the forest setting used for the Elven village of Rivendell and hear how the location was transformed for filming.

Fords of Isen

Continue to the landscape associated with the Fords of Isen and learn how the surrounding terrain appeared on screen.

Isengard Gardens and the Orc Tree

Walk through the area used for the Gardens of Isengard and see the location known as the Orc Tree.

River Anduin and Helm’s Deep

Visit the Hutt Valley locations associated with the River Anduin and Helm’s Deep while your guide shares production stories and scene references.

Wētā Workshop Experience

Take a guided behind-the-scenes tour at Wētā Workshop. Learn about props, creatures, armour, costumes and physical effects, with creative green-screen photo opportunities included.

Lunch at Aston Norwood Gardens

Enjoy an included lunch at Aston Norwood Gardens in the Hutt Valley before returning towards Wellington.

Mt Victoria Film Locations

Visit the forest settings used for “A Shortcut to Mushrooms”, “Get Off the Road” and the escape from the Nazgûl towards Buckleberry Ferry.

Mt Victoria Lookout

Take in panoramic views across Wellington city and harbour from one of the capital’s best-known viewpoints.

Dunharrow

See the Wellington location associated with Dunharrow and hear how the setting was used in the films.

Wellington Film Landmarks

Drive past the Embassy Theatre, Stone Street Studios and other locations connected with Wellington’s film industry.

Roxy Theatre

Visit the Roxy Theatre in Miramar. Jamie Selkirk’s Academy Award may be viewed from Wednesday to Sunday, subject to access.

Stansborough

Visit the maker of cloaks used for Hobbits and Wizards and walk through the Narnia-inspired wardrobe area. This stop is generally unavailable from Friday to Sunday.

Eastern Bays Scenic Drive

Finish with a scenic drive around Wellington’s eastern bays before returning to your chosen location.

The itinerary, attraction access and order of stops may change according to operating days, weather, traffic and venue availability.