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Queenstown Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - half day

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Queenstown Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - half day

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Lord of The Rings 4WD tour

Duration: 4 hours
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Morning Departure: Wakatipu Basin tour. Departs at 8.15am, returns at 12.15pm.

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USD 190.99

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Highlights

Rediscover the magic of Tolkien’s Middle-earth on a small-group 4WD adventure through Queenstown’s spectacular landscapes.


View The Remarkables from Queenstown Hill, featured as the Misty Mountains, and see Deer Park Heights, used for the Refugees of Rohan and Battle of the Wargs scenes. Visit Kawarau Gorge, location of the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), then travel to Arrowtown and Gladden Fields, where the loss of the One Ring was filmed.


Then it's time to head off-road. Follow a historic gold-mining road alongside the Arrow River, crossing towards the Ford of Bruinen. Stop for morning or afternoon tea, try your hand at traditional gold panning and discover gold-mining history. Then journey up Coronet Peak and travel along the famous Skippers Canyon Road towards Lighthouse Rock and take in spectacular panoramic views.


Throughout the journey, your local guide brings Middle-earth to life with behind-the-scenes stories, filming insights and tales from the making of the trilogy.

Itinerary

  • Lake Wakatipu

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Travelling part way up Queenstown hill you get a birds eye view onto Lake Wakatipu and Deer Park Heights, which was used for the refugees of Rohan and the Battle of the Wargs scenes.
  • Kawarau River

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Head to the Kawarau Gorge where the filming took place for the Argonath, or Pillars of the Kings.
  • Arrow River

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Following a historic gold mining road up the Arrow River you will cross the river many times to get to the Ford of Bruinen. At this point you can indulge in morning or afternoon tea and try your hand at a spot of gold panning.
  • Skippers Canyon

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Travel to the entrance of Skippers Canyon where you will be offered spectacular panoramic views of the Wakatipu Basin and into Skippers Canyon.

What's included

INCLUDED

Gold panning
Pickup from selected central Queenstown accommodations
Transport by 6 seater 4WD vehicle with your guide
Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cake and cookies)

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be altered or cancelled if conditions are unsafe.
Bring water, camera or phone, sun protection, comfortable shoes and suitable clothing. Dress for changeable mountain weather.
A minimum of 2 passengers is required to confirm departure. On NZ statutory holidays, a minimum of 4 passengers applies. If minimum numbers are not met, an alternative departure or a full refund will be offered.

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Nomad Safaris

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