Wellington Small Group LOTR Tour | Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington Small Group LOTR Tour | Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Follow in the Footsteps of Hobbits, Dwarfs, Elves & Men
We cover a lot of ground on the tour, but there is enough time to explore; recreate scenes for yourself and work out how the movies were made. Due to our small group size we are the specialist in getting you amongst the action whilst enjoying a personal experience. The scenery of Wellington mirrors that of Middle Earth. Come explore it with us on this relaxing Full day tour!
We pick up from your central city accommodation between 8.30am and 9am. The morning is spent exploring the city locations on Mount Victoria and the 'greenbelt' we spend 40min walking through the OUTER SHIRE. This location includes the famous 'Get off the road' scene, the 'shortcut to mushrooms' and the Black Rider scenes and many more.
Then it's off to the Weta Studios for an inside look at the Wellington film industry. Our visit to Weta will include the BRAND NEW 'Window into Workshop' exhibition; which is a guided tour of the inner working of the Weta Studios; the physical side of the film production company. Also a short film showcasing the Digital side of Weta. And finally a opportunity to peruse the Weta Cave Museum and Shop.
After the mornings excitement, it's time for an Orc sized lunch. We head out to Scorch-O-Rama cafe for an LOTR themed menu designed especially for us. This is included in the cost of your tour.
The afternoon is spent exploring the Hutt Valley. Stops include the Hutt River (Great River Anduin) and Harcourt Park (Gardens of Isengard and where the Orcs felled the trees). And finally we visit Kaitoke Regional Park which was the setting for Rivendell. Situated in a thousand year old New Zealand Native rainforest, you will see why the Elves chose to live here!
We also see the location where Helms Deep & Minas Tirith were filmed. This is now a working quarry and inaccessible to visitors.
We train up Lord of the Rings fans to be great guides. They are fun, knowledgeable and our biggest asset. Our roomy vans allow for interaction with the guides so you can chat with them and learn LOTR secrets all day. The tour is structured for the best experience. From the order we visit locations, to the order we visit different scenes at each location.
Tour Info
Tour Type: | Cultural & Themed Day Tours |
From: | Wellington to Wellington |
Price: | From (NZD) $225 per person |
Duration: | 1 Day |
Tour Code: | WRTLOTR |
Inclusions
Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off |
LOTR themed lunch menu at Scorch-o-Rama Café |
Weta Cave visit |
Free souvenir map, short walks |
View iPod movie clips |
Still photo screen shots to relive the movie |
We visit and spend time in these film locations - Outskirts of the Shire (get off the road), Race to the Ferry, Dunharrow Village of Bree, Rivendell, Fords of Isen, Gardens of Isengard, River Anduin |
Tour Departures
Important Information
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- Tour runs in any weather. Film locations are off road across unsealed, sloping paths. Not suitable for wheelchairs, walkers or people of limited mobility.
- Complete operator information, including opening times and local contact telephone numbers are included on your e-voucher
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