Queenstown Tours & Activities

Queenstown, New Zealand

Boating

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Price: From $120.07

4.9 rating • 1512 reviews

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Meeting point: Please wait outside Marmolada Cafe, 43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand.

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Overview

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown is a water-based guided outing in Queenstown, New Zealand centered on Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Bennets Bluff Lookout, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Bennets Bluff Lookout, Twelve Mile Delta to Bob's Cove Track, Mount Aspiring, and Isengard Lookout. The experience emphasizes Exclusive Arcadia Station access in Paradise Valley, Glenorchy and Mount Aspiring filming stops, and Central Queenstown transfer from Camp Street. Scheduled stops include Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Bennets Bluff Lookout, Twelve Mile Delta to Bob's Cove Track, Glenorchy Wharf & Viewpoint, and Mount Aspiring. Landmarks referenced in the route include Arcadia Station, Paradise Valley, Mount Aspiring National Park, and Bennets Bluff. The route combines landscape features and scenic viewpoints and a small-group route format. The outing typically lasts 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.). Travel is organized as boat travel with route pacing matched to the destination.

Highlights

  • Exclusive Arcadia Station access in Paradise Valley
  • Glenorchy and Mount Aspiring filming stops
  • Central Queenstown transfer from Camp Street
  • Optional costumes and replica swords
  • Morning or afternoon picnic

What’s included

  • A light morning or afternoon tea with cake, biscuits and hot tea & coffee
  • Professional local guides
  • Live commentary
  • Optional Lord of the Rings costumes and replica swords
  • Exclusive access to Arcadia Station filming locations

Itinerary

Stop

Glenorchy-Queenstown Road

30 minutes

Visit Glenorchy-Queenstown Road during the 30 minutes stop.

Stop

Bennets Bluff Lookout

Visit Bennets Bluff Lookout.

Stop

Twelve Mile Delta to Bob's Cove Track

Visit Twelve Mile Delta to Bob's Cove Track.

Stop

Glenorchy Wharf & Viewpoint

Visit Glenorchy Wharf & Viewpoint.

Stop

Mount Aspiring

Visit Mount Aspiring.

Stop

Isengard Lookout

Visit Isengard Lookout.

FAQs

How long is the Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown?

The planned duration is 4 hours 30 minutes.

Where does the tour depart from for Queenstown?

Please wait outside Marmolada Cafe, 43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand.

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate

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