Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour - Morning Departure

**Join Altitude Tours for a magical half-day small group tour to Glenorchy
and Paradise. This small settlement is full of characters and charm, and home
to some of the most famous and scenic sights found in the region. **

• Take in the view on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand
• Explore Glenorchy township, its lakefront, and its iconic red boat shed
• Go beyond and visit Paradise, Diamond Lake, and famous LOTR locations
• Tuck into a Kiwi-style morning tea including cheese rolls, sweet treats, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate
• Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people
• Be hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide
• Departing at 9am returning around 1:30pm

Top Scenic Drive

Begin your day meeting your friendly guide in the Queenstown Town Centre.
Starting with a spectacular scenic drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along
the lake edge, with scenic photo spots and entertaining stories from your
local guide about Lake Whakatipu and its legends.

Glenorchy Township

Glenorchy township is home to approx. 400 permanent residents and the gateway
to Paradise Valley and the Mt Aspiring National Park. Once we arrive in this
quaint country town, you will have the chance to explore the picturesque
lakefront including the iconic red boat shed.

Paradise Magic

From Glenorchy, we join a dirt track, a one-way road into the National Park.
The Glenorchy-Paradise Road travels past rich farmland, through native beech
forests, and across river beds. Not many live up in this direction, with its
most famous residents being the mystical characters from LOTR and other
movies, TV series, and commercials. Your guide will show you famous filming
sites, with even the chance to dress up as your favourite Middle Earth
character for a fun photo opportunity.

While exploring the area, In true Kiwi South Island hospitality, we will
prepare morning tea at a picturesque location, complete with cheese rolls,
ginger slice, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate.

The Journey Back

After Paradise, we will return back through Glenorchy, where we will have a
brief stop, before allowing you to sit back and relax and enjoy the sights
before being dropped back in the Queenstown Town Centre.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a magical journey to Glenorchy and Paradise and discover
more with Altitude Tours. The 4.5 hour Glenorchy & Paradise Explore departs at
9am returning by 1:30pm.