Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown (half day)
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.
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Lord of The Rings 4WD tour
Morning Departure: Wakatipu Basin tour. Departs at 8.15am, returns at 12.15pm.
What's included in Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown (half day)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lake Wakatipu
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
Head to the Kawarau Gorge where the filming took place for the Argonath, or Pillars of the Kings.
Arrow River
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.
Inclusions
- Gold panning
- Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide
- Selected Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Pick up is from Info & Track, 37 Shotover Street. We may be able to offer pick up from your accomodation in central Queenstown, however please contact us on 034426699 to confirm.
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Ticket Redemption
• Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • Pickup from central Queenstown accommodations is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pickup arrangement and time.
