Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

An adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery, thrilling 4WD action whilst discovering LOTR filming locations. Visit the filming locations of Minas Tirith, Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), Gladden Fields, the Ford of Bruinen and more. Travel an historic gold mining road, following the Arrow River, stop for an opportunity to try your hand at gold panning. Take in the spectacular panoramic views over the Wakatipu Basin.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown New Zealand

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Kawarau River, New Zealand

Head to the Kawarau Gorge where the filming took place for the Argonath, or Pillars of the Kings.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Arrow River, Queenstown New Zealand

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Skippers Canyon, Skippers Road, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand

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

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays"
"Near public transportation"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: 37 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide
• Gold panning
• Selected Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not Included

• Lunch

Facilities